Academic Advisor - School of Business - Farmingdale State College

Job Description:

The School of Business, serving over 2,000 students across its academic programs, is seeking a full-time Academic Advisor to support students as they progress on their academic path towards degree completion. While this position will primarily advise students in the four core Business programs (Business Management, Business Analytics, Global Business Management, and Artificial Intelligence Management), the advisor will also assist students in additional School of Business degree programs as needed, including Applied Economics, Sport Management, and various certificates, microcredentials, and minors.

Responsibilities:

• Advise and counsel students on academic progress related to majors, minors and certificate programs within the School of Business.
• Hold scheduled advising appointments to assist students in tracking progress towards graduation.
• Respond to student inquiries via email and phone regarding course selection, and program requirements.
• Conduct unofficial transfer credit evaluations for incoming transfer students.
• Participate in transfer sessions and registration process to support students.
• Collaborate with Transfer Services regarding transfer credit related issues.
• Collaborate with Registrar's Office regarding degree audit accuracy and course substitutions.
• Guide students to appropriate campus policies regarding grade grievances, course withdrawals, complaints, pre-requisite issues and transfer appeals.
• Review graduation rosters and ensure required course substitutions are submitted.
• Continuously review student degree audits to verify program compliance and alignment with financial aid guidelines.
• Ensure students have the required pre-requisites for the courses in which they are enrolled.

This position may occasionally require early evening work during late registration periods to support operational needs.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

• Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
• Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
• Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Experience working with students in a two-year or four-year college environment (e.g., student services, advisement, admissions, tutoring, residence life, etc.)
• Broad knowledge to address varied student concerns, and situations.
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to work independently with students, faculty, department chairs and administrators.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Banner, DegreeWorks (or similar degree-audit systems), CRM Advise, or EAB Navigate.
• At least one year advising experience with undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Knowledge of SUNY General Education requirements and Financial Aid policies.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time UUP position.

• For the first 10 working days, beginning Tuesday, June 2, 2026, and ending Monday, June 15, 2026, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.
• CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled
• SALARY: $57,151 + $4,000 in downstate location pay = $61,151 Total Compensation.

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.

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Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following documents are required for all positions:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/C.V.

Only applications made through Farmingdale's electronic application system will be accepted. Once you successfully apply you will receive an email as confirmation. Returning applicants may login to their Farmingdale State College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.