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Fordham University . About Fordham
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom. Position Details
Title of Position
TRIO Counselor Position Number
PN0785 FLSA
Non-Exempt Scheduled Hours Per Week
35 Department
Chief Diversity Officer Campus
Rose Hill Work Arrangement
Onsite Hybrid Policy : Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of TRIO, the counselor’s role will be instrumental in guiding and empowering high school students for their journey into higher education. The counselor will assess academic abilities, facilitate social-emotional learning activities, and aid in career exploration. They will recruit participants and set individualized goals for academic, personal, and financial success. Organizing educational excursions and conducting informative sessions, the counselor will assist students with college applications, financial aid, and ensure they receive necessary support. Building positive relationships with school stakeholders and community partners, the counselor will advocate for equity and inclusion initiatives while representing the program and university professionally. The counselor must have enthusiasm for working with high school students and a passion for student success. Essential Functions
Counsels, advises, and prepares participants for success in post-secondary education. Maintains positive relationships with Partner School Administration, community-based organizations, and parents to collaboratively ensure student success and promote equity and opportunity initiatives. Determines student eligibility for acceptance into the Program. Develops measurable personal, academic, and financial objectives for each Program participant. Assists Program participants at partner high schools in Yonkers Public School District in exploring career pathways and promoting career-readiness initiatives. Organizes and leads college/educational trips and hosts engaging academic, college access, and career readiness sessions. Assists participants in college search, helps prepare applications, and offers guidance in the admissions process; ensures students with diverse needs receive appropriate support at their next institution. Monitors planning and completion of financial aid applications and provides other services as needed. The Counselor is supervised by the TRIO Director. Manages and delivers student outcome data for an assigned group of students. Designs and leads workshops in all areas of the college application process and educational success. Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience • Bachelor’s degree. • Minimum of two years of experience in educational opportunity programs. Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills • Ability to work successfully with an educationally/economically disadvantaged student population. • Knowledge of academic, personal, and group counseling, as well as individual and group techniques. • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with ability to build consensus, foster collaboration, and inspire others. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Proficiency in Google and Microsoft Office suites. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree preferably in education, social work, psychology, or a related field. Compensation • Minimum Starting Salary: $55,000 • Maximum Starting Salary: $55,000 Notes Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills. Is this a Union position?
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Posting Number
A951P Number of Vacancies
1 Posting Date
10/06/2025 Equal Opportunity Statement
Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Note: This description may include links and references to related roles and opportunities that are not part of this specific job posting.
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TRIO Counselor
role at
Fordham University . About Fordham
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom. Position Details
Title of Position
TRIO Counselor Position Number
PN0785 FLSA
Non-Exempt Scheduled Hours Per Week
35 Department
Chief Diversity Officer Campus
Rose Hill Work Arrangement
Onsite Hybrid Policy : Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of TRIO, the counselor’s role will be instrumental in guiding and empowering high school students for their journey into higher education. The counselor will assess academic abilities, facilitate social-emotional learning activities, and aid in career exploration. They will recruit participants and set individualized goals for academic, personal, and financial success. Organizing educational excursions and conducting informative sessions, the counselor will assist students with college applications, financial aid, and ensure they receive necessary support. Building positive relationships with school stakeholders and community partners, the counselor will advocate for equity and inclusion initiatives while representing the program and university professionally. The counselor must have enthusiasm for working with high school students and a passion for student success. Essential Functions
Counsels, advises, and prepares participants for success in post-secondary education. Maintains positive relationships with Partner School Administration, community-based organizations, and parents to collaboratively ensure student success and promote equity and opportunity initiatives. Determines student eligibility for acceptance into the Program. Develops measurable personal, academic, and financial objectives for each Program participant. Assists Program participants at partner high schools in Yonkers Public School District in exploring career pathways and promoting career-readiness initiatives. Organizes and leads college/educational trips and hosts engaging academic, college access, and career readiness sessions. Assists participants in college search, helps prepare applications, and offers guidance in the admissions process; ensures students with diverse needs receive appropriate support at their next institution. Monitors planning and completion of financial aid applications and provides other services as needed. The Counselor is supervised by the TRIO Director. Manages and delivers student outcome data for an assigned group of students. Designs and leads workshops in all areas of the college application process and educational success. Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience • Bachelor’s degree. • Minimum of two years of experience in educational opportunity programs. Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills • Ability to work successfully with an educationally/economically disadvantaged student population. • Knowledge of academic, personal, and group counseling, as well as individual and group techniques. • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with ability to build consensus, foster collaboration, and inspire others. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Proficiency in Google and Microsoft Office suites. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree preferably in education, social work, psychology, or a related field. Compensation • Minimum Starting Salary: $55,000 • Maximum Starting Salary: $55,000 Notes Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills. Is this a Union position?
No Posting Details
Posting Number
A951P Number of Vacancies
1 Posting Date
10/06/2025 Equal Opportunity Statement
Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Note: This description may include links and references to related roles and opportunities that are not part of this specific job posting.
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