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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$214K - $343K *

Champion innovative research initiatives by leading a dynamic team, overseeing project execution, and enhancing collaboration across divisions while ensuring quality and compliance in a fast-paced env...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by delivering best practices in IT systems integration and infrastructure analysis, ensuring compliance with security standards while supporting the Department of...

Colorado, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$91K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering a secure environment while preparing individuals for successful reentry into communities. Lead correctional services, ensuring institutional security and effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Support a secure environment by leading correctional services, ensuring inmate safety, and advising on policies. Oversee operations, maintain discipline, and enhance reentry programs for successful co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Lead the charge in fostering a secure environment while preparing individuals for successful reentry into communities. Oversee custodial and security operations, ensuring institutional safety and effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Oversee correctional services, ensuring security and inmate rehabilitation while advising on policies and procedures. Lead a team to maintain a safe environment and facilitate successful reentry into...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Shape the future of correctional services by leading a dedicated team to ensure institutional security, inmate rehabilitation, and effective policy implementation, while fostering a safe environment f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Manage and enhance correctional services, ensuring safety and rehabilitation for inmates. Oversee security protocols, staff training, and policy implementation while advising leadership on operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Transform the correctional environment by leading the Correctional Services department, ensuring security, inmate rehabilitation, and effective policy implementation while advising management on opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Drive institutional security and inmate rehabilitation by leading the Correctional Services department, ensuring safety and effective reentry programs while advising on policy implementation and maint...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring public safety and successful inmate reentry. Lead the Correctional Services department, overseeing security, inmate conduct, and program implementation while a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Lead the Correctional Services department, ensuring security and inmate rehabilitation while advising on policies and procedures. Oversee operations, maintain safety, and foster a humane environment f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Champion a secure and rehabilitative environment by overseeing correctional services, ensuring institutional safety, and guiding policy implementation for effective inmate reentry into society...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Champion a secure and rehabilitative environment by leading correctional services, ensuring inmate safety, and advising on institutional policies while fostering successful community reintegration...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Transform the correctional landscape by leading security operations, ensuring inmate rehabilitation, and advising on policy implementation. Drive institutional safety and foster a positive environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering a secure environment while preparing individuals for successful reentry into communities. Oversee custodial operations, ensure institutional security, and adv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Elevate public safety by leading the Correctional Services department, ensuring secure environments and effective inmate reentry programs while advising on policies and maintaining institutional secur...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Shape the future of correctional services by leading a dedicated team focused on institutional security, inmate rehabilitation, and policy implementation, ensuring a safe environment for both staff an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Champion a secure and rehabilitative environment, overseeing correctional services and ensuring inmate safety while advising on policies and procedures for effective facility operations and community...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Pioneer a secure environment by leading the Correctional Services department, ensuring inmate safety and successful reentry. Oversee security protocols, staff training, and policy implementation while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Develop and implement correctional policies while ensuring institutional security and inmate rehabilitation. Oversee staff and operations, advising on best practices to foster a safe environment for r...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Advance your career with us by leading correctional services, ensuring safety and security while preparing individuals for successful community reentry. Collaborate with staff to implement policies an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering a secure environment while preparing individuals for successful reentry into communities. Lead correctional services, ensuring institutional security and effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Lead the Correctional Services department, ensuring institutional security and inmate rehabilitation. Oversee policies, conduct inspections, and advise management while maintaining a safe environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining security and safety in a correctional facility while preparing individuals for successful reentry into society. Lead operations, oversee inmate conduct, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.