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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing user experience by collaborating with customers to ensure services meet their needs, maximizing value and satisfaction through effective experience-level agreements and qu...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Manage and drive operational excellence in airport management, ensuring compliance, financial growth, and customer satisfaction while leading a diverse team and collaborating with industry partners to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering operations for missile defense initiatives. Manage executive rhythms, coordinate task operations, and ensure technical synchronization across diverse teams to d...

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

$244K - $336K *

Join a team that's driving impactful change in life sciences. In this pivotal role, you'll translate strategy into execution, manage complex initiatives, and enhance operational effectiveness to accel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate financial management by leading a dynamic team to optimize resources, ensuring compliance with regulations while driving strategic initiatives across a complex healthcare organization...

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

$118K - $219K *

Lead the charge in managing program operations for manufacturing, ensuring financial accountability, schedule adherence, and quality control while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Transform operations by leading program management efforts, ensuring financial accountability, and driving quality initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals while mana...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Lead production operations for advanced missile development, ensuring manufacturability, quality, and timely delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and meet...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $170K *

Transform operational excellence by leading contract performance and client delivery. Drive modernization of PMO practices, integrate advanced technologies, and foster team development to enhance serv...

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

$131K - $170K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational performance and client satisfaction across multiple federal contracts while driving innovation through technology modernization and coaching Program Managers t...

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee production control, ensuring efficient operations and workforce development across multiple ship classes while driving continuous improvement and technical excellence in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform program management practices by developing governance frameworks, establishing policies, and coaching leaders. Drive efficiency and best practices across the portfolio while enhancing skills...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of pharmaceutical facilities by optimizing designs for GMP compliance, enhancing layout efficiencies, and ensuring operational functionality for sustainable manufacturing growth...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive optimal facility designs and operations by enhancing pharmaceutical layouts, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and fostering efficient flows for personnel and materials in a collaborative...

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

$300K - $350K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by leading a multispecialty academic practice plan, focusing on strategic growth, operational excellence, and enhancing patient care while partnering with me...

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

$130K - $155K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $103K *

Oversee the development and implementation of the SCI Security Program, ensuring compliance and effectiveness. Collaborate across agencies to address security vulnerabilities and provide authoritative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead innovative IT solutions, ensuring robust software design and security. Collaborate with senior leaders to optimize engineering practices and deliver high-quality applications t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$230K - $280K *

Transform Engineering Operations by leading accountability and metrics to ensure operational excellence. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance collaboration across teams, and shape the function's growt...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $280K *

Transform Engineering Operations by leading accountability and metrics across teams. Drive improvements in SLOs, incident management, and operational data to ensure customer commitments are met. Shape...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Transform data governance and analytics at a strategic level, leading innovative projects and capacity development initiatives to enhance data management and dissemination across the Fund and its memb...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $275K *

Elevate national security by leading our federal engineering team. You'll architect robust solutions, foster innovation, and empower a talented technical team while building trusted partnerships with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $275K *

Join and lead a dynamic team in crafting secure, resilient communication solutions for federal partners. Drive innovation and mentorship while ensuring advanced technical execution that meets the crit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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Lead exceptional culinary operations by managing high-end dining and catering services. Oversee menu development, team training, and financial controls to ensure outstanding guest experiences in a lux...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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Transform grants policy by providing executive leadership and strategic direction. Oversee policy development, implementation, and improvement across the Department, ensuring alignment with priorities...

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  •   8 - 10 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.