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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$83K - $104K *

Transform the construction landscape by supporting project administration and documentation. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency on state and regional proje...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Champion seamless office operations by supporting administrative workflows, vendor relationships, and onboarding processes. Collaborate with leadership to enhance team effectiveness and drive continuo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic oversight and management support for a large organization, ensuring effective program performance, budget execution, and workforce management while addressing operational challenges...

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in maintaining critical facilities by overseeing engineering operations, ensuring compliance, and managing staff. Drive excellence in preventive maintenance and emergency response to o...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize Automated Information Systems, enhancing efficiency and cybersecurity compliance while managing projects and mentoring technical teams to transform the digital landscap...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion strategic contract management and operational support for diverse projects, ensuring effective collaboration across teams. Lead vendor negotiations, oversee financial analytics, and drive pol...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Manage production operations and facility maintenance, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead continuous improvement initiatives while achieving budget and performance goals. Oversee schedulin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Optimize operations and drive excellence in manufacturing, ensuring safety and quality while achieving financial and delivery targets. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage resources to m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading financial management strategies and ensuring compliance at a senior executive level. Drive efficiency, safeguard resources, and provide expert guidance on fiscal matters to...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $189K *

Join a team that's driving strategic operational planning and execution in Military Deception and Information Operations, supporting senior leadership while engaging stakeholders across diverse missio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $180K *

Champion organizational change management for a large-scale ERP transformation. Lead strategy development, workforce readiness, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful adoption and integration...

Olympia, WARemote

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

$155K - $180K *

Champion organizational change management to enhance workforce readiness, engagement, and communication throughout the One Washington Program, ensuring successful adoption of innovative processes and...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive the execution of commissioning programs for critical infrastructure systems in data centers. This hands-on role involves testing, verification, and collaboration with project teams across variou...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $180K *

Lead the implementation of a complex financial systems initiative, managing cross-functional teams and ensuring alignment with mission requirements. Drive project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$226K - $310K *

Lead the charge in transforming technology strategy into actionable plans, driving alignment across functions, and enhancing operational effectiveness to achieve measurable outcomes in a dynamic finan...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer exceptional customer service operations by leading high-performing teams, optimizing processes, and driving innovation. Ensure compliance and enhance beneficiary engagement through strategic o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $85K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence as Chief of Staff, partnering closely with the President to enhance organizational effectiveness, streamline communication, and drive strategic initiatives wi...

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

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with leadership to manage budget operations, analyze financial policies, and coordinate legislative activities for the PreK-12 Budget Subcommittee, ensuring effective research and reportin...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Optimize administrative and operational functions to ensure seamless division support, manage documentation, and enhance laboratory security while preparing for future finance responsibilities in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $165K *

Unlock potential by developing global sourcing strategies that enhance procurement efficiency, drive cost savings, and foster supplier relationships across diverse categories, while collaborating with...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $186K *

Unlock potential by developing global sourcing strategies that enhance procurement processes, drive cost efficiency, and foster supplier relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ident...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $186K *

Optimize global sourcing strategies for commodities, driving value through innovative procurement projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier relationships and achieve key pe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $206K *

Lead the development of global sourcing strategies for commodities, managing procurement projects across the lifecycle to optimize costs, minimize risks, and drive continuous improvement while collabo...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $165K *

Champion global sourcing strategies for commodities, driving procurement excellence through innovative category management, supplier relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize value...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $165K *

Pioneer innovative global sourcing strategies for commodities, managing procurement projects across the lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and enhanc...

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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.