Academic and Student Affairs Advisor; MSAI Job New York New York USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Academic and Student Affairs Advisor (MSAI)
Location: New York

Job Type: Officer of Administration
Bargaining Unit:
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
End Date if Temporary:
Hours Per Week: 35
Standard

Work Schedule:
Building:
Morningside
Salary Range: $74,000 - $80,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Columbia Engineering seeks a service-oriented, proactive professional to serve as the Academic and Student Affairs Advisor for the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) program as part of the Engineering Student Affairs (ESA) Office.

The Advisor manages the academic success, engagement, and overall student experience of MSAI students throughout the entire student lifecycle. The Advisor recruits and counsels prospective students, coordinates the onboarding experience for newly admitted students, and delivers a welcoming and well-organized orientation program. The incumbent fosters a strong sense of community by partnering with student leaders to develop co‑curricular programming, student engagement initiatives, and social events.

The Advisor also provides comprehensive academic advising, helping students understand curriculum requirements, navigate university policies and procedures, and successfully progress toward degree completion. Through responsive guidance, personalized support, and effective collaboration with faculty and administrative partners, the Advisor ensures students receive accurate information, timely assistance, and an exceptional educational experience from admission through graduation.

In addition, the advisor will provide school‑wide student affairs, administrative, and operational support serving Columbia Engineering's academic departments, programs, and functional teams, including:
Academic Administration and Enrollment Services, Graduate Career Placement, Graduate Student Affairs, Graduate Student Life, Graduate Wellness and Support Services, and Professional Development and Leadership.

Responsibilities (50%)

? Serve as the primary advisor to MSAI students from orientation through graduation.
? Plan and facilitate group advising sessions, information sessions, and MSAI student town halls.
? Monitor students' academic progress, proactively identify students experiencing academic challenges, and coordinate appropriate interventions and support services.
? Conduct graduation audits and certify that students have successfully fulfilled all degree requirements.
? Design and manage a comprehensive onboarding experience for newly admitted students, including pre‑arrival communications, enrollment guidance, and transition programming.
? Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of MSAI New Student Orientation, including program development, scheduling, presenter coordination, materials preparation, and event logistics.
? Develop, maintain, and continuously improve onboarding materials, advising resources, and student‑facing program guides.
? Connect incoming students with academic, advising, career, and campus resources to support a successful transition into graduate study.
? Foster an inclusive, welcoming, and student‑centered environment by actively soliciting student feedback and implementing initiatives that enhance the overall MSAI student experience.

(20%)

? Manage MSAI new student recruitment and yield.
? Meet with prospective students to discuss the MSAI program, answer questions, and provide timely follow‑up communications.
? Partner with Columbia Engineering Graduate Admissions and MSAI faculty leadership to support recruitment initiatives and convert admitted students into enrolled students.
? Serve as a knowledgeable and responsive point of contact for prospective and admitted students throughout the admissions and enrollment process.
? Coordinate and support admissions yield initiatives, including admitted‑student communications, virtual and in‑person events, webinars, and personalized outreach.
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