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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$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading impactful projects in a dynamic environment. As a Project Manager, you'll coordinate efforts across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment and delivering h...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize operational efficiency across multiple campuses, ensuring compliance and support for high-quality teaching. Lead diverse teams, manage vendor relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $105K *

Transform event operations by leading teams, enhancing client experiences, and ensuring seamless execution of major events. Drive operational excellence and foster a culture of continuous improvement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $117K *

Join a dynamic team to lead field operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in commercial construction projects while maximizing profitability and fostering a positive work environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of our manufacturing operations across multiple regions. Lead a diverse team to deliver excellence in safety, quality, and productivity while driving cost efficiencies and continuous...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $250K *

Provide strategic leadership as the senior technical authority for enterprise IT and communications, ensuring alignment across systems, cybersecurity, and operations while managing risks and driving i...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative initiatives by translating policy into actionable operational plans. Oversee project governance, resource coordination, and performance monitoring across multiple divisions to ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$151K - $209K *

Empower your career by leading logistics and engineering initiatives across 21 countries. Drive military operations, enhance regional security, and manage a diverse team to achieve strategic objective...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform financial management at a federal level by leading budget initiatives, overseeing audits, and enhancing fiscal accountability. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effective resource all...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building a robust PMO, driving technology project delivery, and ensuring stakeholder engagement for successful adoption and measurable outcomes across the organization...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

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

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead impactful communications strategies to elevate brand visibility and reputation. Collaborate with executives to craft compelling narratives and engage with media, ensuring consistent messaging acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead personnel security adjudications, oversee compliance, and manage interagency agreements. Develop operational procedures and supervise staff to ensure effective security measures for federal agenc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Play a key role in directing personnel security adjudications, overseeing investigative requirements, and managing interagency agreements while supervising staff to ensure compliance with federal secu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Lead personnel security adjudications, oversee compliance, and manage staff to ensure federal security standards are met. Shape operational procedures and interagency agreements while advising on adju...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Optimize personnel security operations by directing adjudications, overseeing compliance, and managing interagency agreements. Lead a team to develop procedures and ensure federal standards are met wh...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in personnel security adjudications, overseeing investigative requirements and continuous vetting. Manage interagency agreements and develop operational procedures while supervising a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Oversee personnel security adjudications, manage investigative requirements, and develop operational procedures while supervising staff to ensure compliance with federal standards and enhance security...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$152K - $283K *

Grow your career with a strategic role that drives organizational effectiveness and aligns priorities across teams. Lead complex projects, enhance leadership dynamics, and translate strategy into acti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.