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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$166K - $200K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic support to executive leadership, ensuring alignment across divisions and driving high-impact initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-m...

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

$80K - $90K *

Inspire a vibrant dining experience by leading operations, ensuring guest satisfaction, and fostering a passionate team. Drive excellence in service and food quality while maintaining a clean and safe...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to lead operations in a vibrant bar and casual dining setting. Drive exceptional guest experiences while managing staff, ensuring quality standards, and fostering a culture of hosp...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Lead budget execution efforts by analyzing expenditures, developing solutions, and advising management. Drive efficiency in financial operations while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive budget execution and oversight, ensuring effective fund management and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze trends, resolve conflicts, and enhance organizational effectiveness in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Innovate your career by leading comprehensive recruitment and placement strategies for a dynamic federal organization. Drive compliance, enhance onboarding processes, and tackle complex staffing chall...

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

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of organizational strategy and performance excellence. Lead enterprise-wide initiatives, drive innovation, and ensure alignment with long-term goals while collaborating with executive...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join us to lead strategic initiatives that drive organizational excellence and growth. As a key advisor, you'll shape the future by identifying opportunities, fostering innovation, and ensuring alignm...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic vision and organizational excellence as a key advisor, shaping long-term growth initiatives and performance management. Collaborate with leadership to translate complex challenges into...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient production of advanced weaponry while managing resources, strategic planning, and personnel development to meet mission objec...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful project management initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes in our Cold Chain business. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective execution...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Pioneer strategic initiatives and drive execution alongside the CEO and leadership, ensuring alignment and accountability for impactful, cross-functional projects that propel organizational priorities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $165K *

Contribute to organizational effectiveness by partnering with the Executive Director to advance strategic priorities, strengthen Board relations, and drive high-impact initiatives in a collaborative...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Empower progress at the Department of Energy by supporting leadership in managing communications, coordinating high-level briefings, and enhancing operational efficiency within the Federal Energy Mana...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage the Air Support Operations Group, overseeing multiple squadrons. Develop strategic plans to adapt to global trends, ensuring mission readiness and effective resource utilization while...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $225K *

Oversee complex industrial construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contractor performance, and coordinate with stakeholders to achi...

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

$195K - $307K *

Drive cross-organizational alignment and optimize engineering operations as a trusted advisor to leadership. Leverage deep technical expertise to evaluate complex architectures and ensure strategic in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $209K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence by leading complex, cross-functional programs. Collaborate with senior leaders to translate executive strategies into actionable plans, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading the Salaries and Allowances Division, shaping compensation policies across the UN system while engaging with diverse stakeholders to enhance the conditions of service fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a senior accounting advisor, leading financial management programs and guiding teams at a pivotal defense organization. Drive operational strategies and enhance compliance whi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$60K - $104K *

Contribute to surveying excellence by leading field crews, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring accurate data collection for diverse construction projects. Utilize advanced survey equipment and techni...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Support the strategic operations of a high-level command by managing taskings, executive calendars, and decision forums. Analyze workflows and enhance efficiency through comprehensive studies, ensurin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by managing strategic taskings, executive calendars, and decision forums. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure timely response...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Empower the Go to Market organization by managing critical operations and driving strategic initiatives alongside our leadership team. This role demands a detail-oriented expert to enhance efficiency...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Oversee strategic deployments and operations, leading complex payer programs while managing a team. Drive program design, quality assurance, and nurse operations to ensure successful implementation an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.