Bridge Advisor III

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Provides pre-transfer advising and support to prospective students and FIU Connect4Success (C4S) students, primarily based at Broward College (BC) or Miami Dade College (MDC) with visits to multiple campuses, FIU, and other partner colleges. May advise students attending other partner colleges. Applies strengths-based advising and coaching strategies to deliver personalized pre-transition guidance. Advises students through one-on-one meetings (in-person and virtually) and small group sessions, offering guidance on major selection, prerequisites, transfer admission requirements. Delivers transition workshops and information sessions at key credit milestones to support academic readiness and successful transfer.

Collaborates closely with MDC academic advisors to connect students with campus resources, services, and opportunities. Acts as a liaison between BC and FIU, working with key staff from both institutions to promote student engagement and ensure a successful and seamless transfer journey, including the transition to FIU. Maintains current knowledge of transfer policies, procedures, and best practices in transfer and transition supports. Leads or co-leads special projects related to C4S.

• Applies strengths-based advising and coaching strategies to deliver personalized guidance and transition support to prospective transfer students, including those on the C4S pathway (e.g., major selection, prerequisite completion, transfer admission and graduation requirements, and navigating the transition process).
• Manages student cases through the FIU Bridge Advisor portal, maintains accurate and current records, and generates reports to monitor activities and improve outcomes.
• Connects students with resources to support the development and pursuit of their academic plans.
• Facilitates or supports C4S engagement opportunities and activities, such as workshops, information sessions, program kickoffs, and discipline-specific events, serving as presenter when needed. These may take place at the host partner college, other partner colleges, and FIU.
• Contributes to transfer student enrollment goals by supporting recruitment and/or onboarding initiatives such as transfer fairs, FIU Showcase, and Admitted Student Day.
• Contributes to the C4S/transfer social media presence by providing content (e.g., transfer tips, student stories, event photography).
• Participates in meetings and serves on task forces, working groups, and committees as assigned.
• Advances and shares initiatives by actively participating in conferences and other professional convenings, including developing and delivering presentations.
• Acts as a liaison between FIU and the partner college or student, assisting in resolving student-specific issues and responding to transfer-related inquiries from partner college staff.
• Stays current on transfer policies, procedures, and best practices through professional development and independent study.
• Leads or co-leads special projects related to C4S.
• Provides support for new and evolving TTS initiatives including grant-funded projects focused on serving special student populations such as Education Effect participants and adult learners.
• May supervise interns, student workers, graduate assistants, or practicum students.
• Maintains confidential records in compliance with ethical and legal standards, including FERPA regulations.
• Performs related duties as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

• Master's degree and 2 years of experience in academic advising or student services experience within higher education; OR Bachelor's degree and 4 years in academic advising or student services experience within higher education.

• Master's degree in higher education or related discipline.
• Ability to travel to multiple partner college campuses (Miami Dade College, Broward College, Palm Beach State College, and FIU).
• Experience working with transfer students, including adult learners.
• Experience working independently at an off-site location.

• Administrative

• $54,000-$58,000

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

• Criminal Background Check

• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Travel to FIU Campus
• Ability to travel locally

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu.