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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$175K *

Shape the future of the MicroSearch® product line by driving strategy, market expansion, and customer engagement. Lead product planning and financial performance to ensure long-term success and compet...

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

$140K - $155K *

Drive project success by managing complex initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring stakeholder alignment. Leverage your expertise in IT systems and project management to deliver...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $172K *

Oversee program execution for NASA's Artemis IV, managing P&L, leading teams, and ensuring alignment with technical and financial commitments while fostering communication with stakeholders and drivin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading complex defense programs, ensuring alignment across teams, managing performance, and driving strategic growth while engaging with senior leadership and stakeholders...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $190K *

Help us drive program success by managing all phases of the lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams to achieve performance goals and foster b...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $172K *

Support cross-functional teams to ensure program success, driving cost, schedule, and technical performance. Engage with stakeholders to fulfill customer requirements and foster business growth while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that drives project success by managing schedules, budgets, and staffing for critical government contracts. Lead administrative efforts and serve as a liaison to clients, ensuring complian...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $140K *

The Project Manager is responsible for developing, coordinating, and managing all activities necessary for the successful construction of a project, ensuring it is completed safely, on schedule, and w...

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

$89K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team where your project management skills will drive success. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage schedules, and ensure timely deliveries while navigating complex challenges in a fast...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Advance your career by leading a high-performing warehouse team, driving operational excellence, and ensuring safety compliance while achieving key performance metrics and enhancing customer satisfact...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence and innovation. You will lead the operations function to design scalable systems and drive cross-functional success, ensuring the company thrives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving operational excellence across functions, leading the operations team, and building scalable processes for rapid growth. Ensure cohesion in a complex environment, empowering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $185K *

Transform the delivery of complex government programs by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring operational excellence, and driving continuous improvement to meet evolving client needs and expectati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing AI deployment strategies for major customers. Guide impactful integrations, optimize workflows, and shape future product roadmaps while collaborating across teams in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive success in project management by ensuring quality construction is completed on time and within budget. Collaborate effectively with various stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and enha...

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

$103K - $193K *

Help us shape the future of space operations by leading the development of innovative modeling and simulation tools. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver effective training solutions t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product management by driving customer outcomes, collaborating with engineering, and executing fast-paced initiatives in a dynamic environment, while navigatin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through leadership in the Anesthesia Department. Oversee clinical operations, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with health standards while...

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of a 24/7 enterprise network operations center, ensuring the health and stability of mission-critical IT infrastructure while leading a diverse team and managing complex incidents for t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $248K *

Lead the charge in optimizing transportation operations, delivering strategic oversight and direction for bus, rail, and fleet services. Foster relationships, enhance performance metrics, and ensure c...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage high-security government transport operations across Texas, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency. Oversee logistics, fleet management, and stakeholder communication while driving operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $160K *

Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee all phases of power infrastructure projects, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence while fostering strong client relationships and leading project teams to success...

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

$100K - $120K *

Execute comprehensive program management for a critical Air Force contract, leading a diverse team to ensure compliance, quality, and performance across multiple global operations while maintaining 24...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery with robust planning and execution. Your expertise will drive communication and collaboration to ach...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.