New York University·New York
The Academic Advisor counsels students on academic, career, and personal matters while managing registration, goal-setting, and student retention efforts. They also lead new student seminars and represent the department at recruitment and admissions events.
Counsel students on academic, career, and personal matters for the Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions. Advise current and prospective students regarding matriculation, registration, and goal-setting. Attend recruitment, orientation, and admissions events. Lead the New Student Seminar and provide advisement support to several programs according to the needs of the department. Respond to inquiries concerning the School, department, and program offerings. Liaise with Steinhardt Student Affairs on matters impacting student retention and timely graduation (such as leaves of absences and withdrawals).
Required Education:Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, CounselingPreferred Education:Master's Degree in Higher Education, Counseling, or Student Personnel AdministrationRequired Experience:3+ years - Minimum of 3 years of professional experience, including academic advisement, recruitment, admissions, counseling and referrals, or related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Experience:A background in music or other performing arts discipline.Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Knowledge of New York State higher education laws and policies. Excellent interpersonal, listening, public speaking, and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work both independently as well as part of a team. Ability to plan and deliver special events and seminars. Ability to use Peoplesoft as a tool to advise students, input program and plan information, track students, and develop and run reports.
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $70,000.00 to USD $84,700.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Counseling and possess 3+ years of professional experience in academic advisement or related fields. Proficiency in Peoplesoft and knowledge of New York State higher education laws are required.
Market context
Academic Advisor roles in New York are commonly tied to student retention, registration support, and degree planning, so demand often follows enrollment cycles and campus advising needs. This role can be competitive because employers look for a bachelor’s degree, higher education advising or program management experience, and strong cross-cultural communication with a clear commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting to save research time, and tailor your application to show advising experience and student support outcomes.