About the role

Associate Director of Advising supporting ILR undergraduate students at Cornell University. Provide academic advising and mentorship through complex situations and resource connections.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive academic advising to ILR undergraduate students, guiding them through degree requirements, curriculum planning, academic performance, policies, and co-curricular opportunities.
Support students navigating sensitive or complex situations and connect them with appropriate campus resources.
Serve as the Office of Student Services advising liaison to Student Disability Services and ensure students receive appropriate referrals and accommodation support.
Co-lead the ILR Peer Mentor Program, including recruitment, training, and oversight of approximately 30 mentors.
Serve as the primary Staff Advisor to the ILR Student Government Association and support leadership across all ILR undergraduate student organizations.
Provide advising, training, and organizational support for ILR student organizations in partnership with Campus Activities.
Contribute as a member of the advising team to the coordination of major Student Services events, including new student orientation, commencement, and other school-wide programs.
Develop and participate in programs and services that promote student success, engagement, and sense of community, partnering with campus colleagues when appropriate.
Hire, train, and supervise student tutors, including working with faculty to identify qualified candidates.
Participate in school-wide committees and assume other administrative responsibilities as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree and 2 to 4 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.
Experience counseling/advising undergraduates in higher education.
Demonstrated ability to advise and mentor students from diverse backgrounds in exploring and succeeding in higher education.
Candidates for the position must demonstrate their ability to contribute to an evolving student experience team and be able to embrace change.
Must possess an appreciation and understanding of a research university, and desire to work closely with students using proven student development theory/techniques.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals at various levels of an academic environment including but not limited to: students, faculty, staff and alumni.
Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with key University administrators in complex campus structure.
Demonstrated ability to be an effective team member.
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple projects, manage events and special assignments.
Proven analytical skill in evaluating student employment applications.

Cornell takes pride in our people and our total rewards.
Cornell understands that different individuals have different needs and concerns regarding salary, benefits, and rewards.
We’ve created a comprehensive and flexible program to meet your needs.
Employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave and flexible work options.