Explore Academic Advisor Jobs

Academic advisors help students navigate degree requirements, choose courses, and make informed decisions throughout their educational journey. On Ladders, explore vetted Academic Advisor opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior advising, academic leadership, and student success positions at colleges, universities, and education organizations.

What Academic Advisors Do

Academic advisors guide students on program requirements, course planning, academic policies, and progress toward graduation. Depending on the role and institution, they may support a specific department or student population, coordinate advising programs, analyze student outcomes, and collaborate with faculty and campus services.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong communication, active listening, organization, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of higher education policies, degree pathways, student information systems, and student support practices can also be valuable. Senior roles may call for a relevant graduate degree, advising or student affairs experience, program leadership, and the ability to use data to improve student outcomes. Requirements vary by employer.

Career Paths in Academic Advising

Academic advisors may advance into senior advisor, advising manager, director of academic advising, student success leader, or related higher education administration roles. Career opportunities can vary by institution, specialty, and experience.

Find Academic Advisor Jobs on Ladders

Browse Academic Advisor listings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find roles that fit your experience and career goals.

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$400K - $450K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing sales team to engage F500 executives, driving complex sales cycles and fostering deep relationships to maximize revenue growth in the enterprise sector...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $119K *

Reimagine your career by leading budget management for key divisions. You'll provide strategic guidance, enhance transparency, and ensure optimal resource use while collaborating with agency leaders t...

Olympia, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$123K - $216K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $175K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $165K *

Lead the charge in strategic facilities management across a national portfolio, ensuring operational excellence and safety. Oversee a team of Regional Facilities Managers while driving maintenance sta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing workplace design and construction projects, ensuring operational readiness and accountability across multiple sites while optimizing budgets and vendor performance for succ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful public-sector construction projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring quality delivery from inception to closeout...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $125K *

Drive the Reuse function within the Product Lifecycle team, ensuring efficient operations, stakeholder communication, and process consistency to support the mission of serving Veterans. Lead a team fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $208K *

Champion financial leadership across diverse Electrical Power Transmission portfolios, driving profitability, cash flow, and execution discipline. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pr...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, translating business goals into scalable solutions, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrating complex healthcare a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform healthcare project management by leading complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with clients to ensure project success from planning to completion, while managing resources, budgets...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $166K *

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Texas, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of Army logistics by driving enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and systems integration initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance business processes and deliver i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $350K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic advisor to executives, guiding organizations in workplace transformation, technology modernization, and data-driven strategies to enhance productivity and op...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring technical excellence and quality across all P&C project deliverables. Provide mentorship, establish engineering standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to e...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $189K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence across multiple railroad properties while ensuring safety, compliance, and financial performance. Engage collaboratively with leadership teams to enhance employee developm...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $130K *

Elevate financial management and strategic planning efforts by providing expert analysis, guidance, and support for budget formulation and execution within a dynamic team focused on mission delivery f...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $95K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$235K - $350K *

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $181K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Academic Advisor do?question toggle

    An Academic Advisor helps students understand degree requirements, plan coursework, interpret academic policies, and stay on track toward their educational goals. Responsibilities vary by institution and may include student success programming or advising program coordination.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Academic Advisor jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer. Many roles value experience in academic advising or higher education, strong communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with degree planning and student support. Some senior positions may require a graduate degree or leadership experience.

  • Where do Academic Advisors work?question toggle

    Academic Advisors commonly work at colleges and universities, including within academic departments, advising centers, online programs, and student success offices. Some education organizations also employ professionals with advising expertise.

  • How can Academic Advisors advance their careers?question toggle

    With experience, Academic Advisors may pursue senior advising, advising management, director-level, student success, or broader higher education administration roles. Advancement depends on the institution, qualifications, and relevant leadership experience.

  • Are Academic Advisor jobs paying $100,000 or more available on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including eligible Academic Advisor and related higher education roles. Listings and compensation vary, so review individual postings for current details.