First-Year Admission Advisor
State University of New York at New Paltz
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State University of New York at New Paltz is hiring a First-Year Admission Advisor. The First‑Year Admission Advisor will support the Office of Undergraduate Admission at SUNY New Paltz by managing recruitment travel, reviewing applications, evaluating transcripts and credits, presenting information sessions, and assisting prospective students and families while performing general office duties.
Key focus areas include Recruit travel to New York City boroughs and other locations, Read applications and make admission decisions, and Evaluate college transcripts, AP and IB credits.
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree and Work Evenings And Some Weekends. Important skills include Recruitment Travel, Application Reading, Decision Making, College Transcript Evaluation, AP Credit Evaluation, and IB Credit Evaluation.
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Job Details SUNY New Paltz VacancyExternal Posting (Professional)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: Admission - Undergraduate
Budget Title: Admissions Advisor
Local Title: First-Year Admission Advisor
Posting Date: June 16, 2026
Classification: SL-3
Duties: The Office of Undergraduate Admission at the State University of New York at New Paltz seeks candidates for the position of First-Year Admission Advisor who will report to the Director of Undergraduate Admission.
Responsibilities of the position include:
- Recruitment Travel – travel will include but not be limited to New York City (Queens, Bronx, New York, Kings, and Richmond Counties)• Application Reading and decision making• College transcript, AP and IB credit evaluations• High School Transcript finalizations• General Information Session Presentations• Communicate with prospective students and their families• Participate in Undergraduate Admission events – i.e. Open House and Accepted Student’s Days, Weekend General Information Sessions• General office duties
Qualifications: Required:
- Bachelor’s degree• Ability to work evenings and some weekends• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Preferred:
- Master’s Degree preferred.• 1-2 years of applicable job experience in university admissions
Contact Information: Electronic submissions required. Candidates will be required to submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3168.
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues 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. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at SUNY New Paltz | University Police | Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports.
Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2948
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