Student Success Counselor

Grant Funded through August 31, 2026 Full-time, 35 hours per week Application Deadline :

• Open Until Filled Priority Screening : September 16, 2025 at 4PM EST   Position Summary : SUNY Ulster County Community College, a two-year branch of the State University of New York located ninety miles north of New York City in the Catskill Mountains, is currently accepting applications for a Student Success Counselor.
• The Student Success Counselor reports to the Director of New Start and is responsible for providing counseling and advising on complex issues regarding student academic progress and wellness.
• The Student Success Counselor will manage a caseload of students with a focus on adults.
• Counseling services will include management of holistic supports, mentoring, and guidance in accessing community-based resources.
• The Student Success Counselor will serve as a primary point of contact for students from admission to completion, will support students in the creation of an academic and career plan and is responsible for monitoring student progress on their plan and providing and coordinating resources, referrals, and support to facilitate student retention and completion.

This position may require occasional evening and / or weekend hours, as needed, to support adult schedules and attend community events.   Major Accountabilities / Duties :

Coordinating and running the New Start four-week summer program.   Minimum Qualifications :

Excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.)   Preferred Qualifications :

Salary :

This position is contingent upon adequate funding.   Additional Information SUNY Ulster offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, NYS or SUNY TIAA Retirement Plan, SUNY Perks, tuition waivers, including dependent waivers, and tuition assistance.   In addition, OPAP-covered members receive, on an annual basis :

However, to ensure consideration, application materials should be received via email by  September 16, 2025 at 4 :

Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position :