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ACE Advisor

SUNY Cortland
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ACE Advisor

The Accelerating Completion through Engagement (ACE) Advisor will provide individualized academic and personal support to a cohort of students enrolled in the ACE program at SUNY Cortland. The Advisor plays an essential role in guiding students through their academic journey, helping them navigate challenges, and connecting them with resources to ensure timely graduation.

Salary Range: $55,000

Major Responsibilities

  • Offer personalized guidance on course selection, academic planning, and progression to ensure students meet their educational goals.
  • Assist students in overcoming personal, financial, and academic obstacles by connecting them with appropriate campus and community resources.
  • Develop and facilitate workshops on topics such as study skills, time management, career exploration, and financial literacy.
  • Track student performance, maintain detailed records, and implement interventions as needed to promote student success.
  • Work closely with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to coordinate support services and advocate for student needs.
  • Participate in the recruitment of new students and assist in orientation sessions to acclimate them to the program.
  • Stay informed about best practices in academic advising and student support through ongoing professional development.
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Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in counseling, education, social work, psychology, or a related field; At least two years of experience in academic advising, counseling, or student services within a higher education setting; and, A strong commitment to supporting a diverse student population and enhancing student success.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in counseling, education, social work, psychology, or a related field; and, Experience working with students from underserved communities and from diverse backgrounds.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of student retention strategies, academic support models, and holistic advising.
  • Knowledge in advising and retaining students with higher economic need and from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage caseloads, coordinate services and programs, and maintain accurate records.
  • Proficiency in using advising and student management software.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills to identify and address student needs and to find solutions crucial for success.
  • Ability to work effectively across differences and foster inclusive engagement.
  • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.


About the University
A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.

What makes SUNY Cortland a Great Place to Work

Be part of a campus that values integrity, intellectual life, and a strong focus on students. Here, professional staff maintain a meaningful presence on campus and contribute to a supportive, forward-thinking learning environment. Watch this video to learn more about careers at SUNY Cortland: https://youtu.be/krNjgXC95M0?si=k2l13TUB9mJ9YjD8

• Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings


Apply Today!

For more information, application instructions, and to apply online, go to: https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/11239 and be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin June 18, 2026, and application materials will be accepted until the position is filled.


SUNY Cortland is an AA/EEO/ADA employer and encourages applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups.