SEEK Senior Admissions Advisor

POSITION DETAILS

As a leading online school in New York since 2006, the CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) offers the most online bachelor's and master's degree options at the City University of New York, and serves as the University's first undergraduate all-transfer college. With 26 degrees and numerous other non-degree and grant-funded workplace learning programs, CUNY SPS meets the needs of adults who wish to finish a bachelor's degree, progress from an associate's degree, earn a master's degree or certificate in a specialized field, and advance in the workplace or change careers. Consistently ranked highly by U.S. News & World Report for its online offerings, CUNY SPS has emerged as a nationwide leader in online education. The School's renowned and affordable online programs ensure that busy working adults may fulfill their educational goals on their own time and schedule. As CUNY SPS moves beyond its 20th year, we dedicate ourselves to engendering an innovative and transformative student-centered experience.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Admissions Access Programs and SEEK, the SEEK Senior Admissions Advisor will identify new recruitment opportunities to enroll students who meet the economic and academic eligibility requirements for the Percy Ellis Sutton/ Search for Education Elevation and Knowledge (SEEK) program at CUNY SPS and provide proactive and high-quality admissions advising and enrollment support to prospective and applicant SEEK students. The SEEK Senior Admissions Advisor will work closely with staff and faculty across the School to ensure a seamless transition for entering SEEK students.

In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Reviews and processes admission applications, makes recommendations for admission, tracks prospect and applicant data in the School's CRM and student information system, and provides data as needed for admissions and SEEK program reporting.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with strategic partners to support the admission and enrollment of SEEK students.
• Represents the School at community events and college fairs, and participates in campus-based admissions activities.
• Actively engages in the recruitment and selection of new SEEK students through reviewing admission documents, interviewing prospective students, and providing students with important information relevant to the framework and administration of the program.
• Keeps current on federal, state, and University aid regulations and policies as well as other University Office policies and practices which impact financial aid.
• Collaborates with the Office of Financial Aid to determine economic eligibility for prospective SEEK students including the status of FAFSA and TAP applications.
• Analyzes current SEEK admissions data to recommend the development of future recruitment plans.
• Maintains accurate and detailed applicant records.
• Assists with departmental activities as needed and participates in School-wide events.

NOTE:

• Until further notice, work will be performed in a hybrid manner with 70% onsite presence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and four years' relevant experience required.

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 4 years of experience working in an opportunity program admissions recruitment role.
• Experience working in programs that serve socio-economically disadvantaged students.
• Experience working with nontraditional and transfer students.
• Familiarity with Peoplesoft and/or CUNYfirst and the aptitude to learn new systems as needed.
• Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs and practices.
• Experience working with CRM systems; experience with Slate a plus.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, staff, and faculty.
• Evidence of proactive problem solving and follow-up to resolve student issues.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well in a time-sensitive, dynamic, student-centered and responsive office.
• Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as needed.
• Commitment to campus values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Conducts and coordinates student recruiting and other admissions activities.

• Counsels prospective, transfer, and current students on their academic goals and how they may be achieved at the College, and assists them in preparing academic plans
• Provides referrals to other College departments as needed to further assist student/applicant
• Conducts follow-up with students from inquiry stage to registration
• Reviews applications and provides preliminary recommendations on admissions
• Participates in recruitment programs such as open house sessions, and direct recruiting activities
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Admissions Senior Advisor

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience between $70,815 - $79,598.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

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• Applicants must attach a resume and cover letter.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

CLOSING DATE

February 5, 2026

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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Location

School of Professional Studies

About CUNY School of Professional Studies

In 2003, the Board of Trustees of the City University of New York created the CUNY School of Professional Studies (SPS) with the purpose of meeting the educational needs of working adults, organizations, and employers. Since then, SPS has developed into a well-established school serving New York City's dynamic marketplace through the provision of timely, innovative, and academically rigorous programs of study designed to address new or unmet needs. Home to CUNY's first fully online undergraduate degrees and groundbreaking master's degree programs, SPS has found new ways of fulfilling CUNY's mission of access, reaching students with new modes of instruction, new courses and curricula, and new kinds of learning tailored for diverse requirements and constituencies. It has launched a dozen degrees - six bachelor's and six master's degrees - since 2006, and there are more currently in development. Enrollments have grown to over 2000 students in the credit-bearing programs, and the School has seen more growth in its non-credit offerings, with a portfolio of grant-funded programs currently accounting for more than $6 million. In addition, the School now maintains an active Alumni Association, has established the SPS Foundation, and will soon occupy its own dedicated space.

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