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 *

Join a team that's transforming strategic priorities into actionable plans. As Chief of Staff, you'll partner with leadership to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and drive cross-functio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $125K *

Take ownership of strategic operations, driving organizational effectiveness and collaboration across departments. Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, ensuring alignment with HVA's mis...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform organizational vision into reality by serving as a strategic partner to the CEO, aligning executives, tracking priorities, and driving high-stakes initiatives for sustained growth and operat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$275K - $293K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence as a key partner to the CEO, optimizing internal processes and supporting growth in the neurological care sector. Collaborate across teams to enh...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower a growing company by defining and executing high-level operational goals, building scalable systems, and enhancing customer success. Drive impactful results through innovation, problem-solving...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $219K *

Support the growth of a dynamic research team by overseeing operations, finance, and hiring. Collaborate closely with leadership to build infrastructure and adapt to evolving needs in a fast-paced env...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Cyberspace Operations as a Senior Specialist, overseeing policy development, program management, and coordination with senior officials to enhance mission effectiveness and operatio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of intelligence operations by leading strategic planning initiatives, integrating advanced technologies, and delivering critical briefings to senior leadership while managing personne...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform operations by partnering with the CEO to enhance leadership effectiveness, streamline processes, and implement AI solutions across the organization, ensuring efficient communication and deci...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Drive excellence in surgical care by leading clinical operations, ensuring integrated patient-focused services, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance outcomes and efficiency within the Su...

4 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Execute strategic initiatives as Chief of Staff, optimizing operations, managing key projects, and enhancing executive team collaboration. Foster AI adoption to streamline processes and support leader...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer strategic initiatives and operational excellence in this high-impact role. Collaborate closely with C-suite leaders to ensure decisions translate into action, driving effective organizational...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Champion strategic alignment and operational execution as a trusted advisor, driving cross-functional collaboration and optimizing internal processes to ensure organizational effectiveness at the high...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$270K - $295K *

Lead strategic initiatives at the enterprise level, enhancing decision-making and execution across functions. Collaborate with senior leaders to shape priorities and drive organizational effectiveness...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic executive office, optimizing schedules, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate closely with senior leadership to drive initiatives and ensure seamless...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by driving strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects. Collaborate with leadership to enhance operations, improve communication, and ensure accountability while tackling h...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$235K - $307K *

Drive impactful technical strategies by partnering with engineering leaders to evaluate complex architectures, optimize operations, and ensure alignment across departments, enhancing productivity and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations and driving strategic initiatives across teams, partnering closely with executives to achieve transformative objectives that enhance innovation and process eff...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform installation operations by managing multi-mission activities, providing strategic direction, and ensuring accountability across diverse program areas. Collaborate with supervisors to impleme...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$230K - $280K *

Transform global sales strategies by partnering with the Head of Sales to drive impactful decisions, prepare for executive meetings, and lead cross-functional initiatives that align teams and enhance...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$194K - $291K *

Join us as a strategic partner to the CIO, leading project management initiatives and driving organizational alignment. You'll oversee global teams, manage financial planning, and enhance communicatio...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's scaling global revenue operations. As a strategic partner to the CRO, you'll drive operational excellence, manage initiatives, and influence key decisions in a fast-paced environmen...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $235K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product and innovation. As a strategic partner to senior leaders, you'll drive decision-making, enhance collaboration, and lead initiatives that translate visi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $235K *

Shape the future of product and innovation by partnering with senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives, enhance decision-making, and ensure measurable progress across teams in a dynamic technolog...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic initiatives and enhance global health outcomes. Collaborate with senior leadership to synthesize complex data, manage special projects, and prepare impactful com...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.