Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations Salary in the United States

How much does an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations in the United States is $46,635 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,936
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,641 to $52,550
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,095
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Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $52,550 $4,379 $1,011 $25
Average $46,635 $3,886 $897 $22
25th Percentile $41,641 $3,470 $801 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations Salaries

An Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $51,634.
  • California: $51,438.
  • Massachusetts: $50,753.

Top Paying Cities for Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $58,821
  • San Francisco: $58,177
  • Oakland: $56,951

What Skills Can Increase an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Attention to Detail (Mentioned in 13.04% Job Postings): Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
  • Credit Card (Mentioned in 39.13% Job Postings): A credit card is a type of credit facility, provided by banks that allow customers to borrow funds within a pre-approved credit limit.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 21.74% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Attention to Detail 13.04%
Credit Card 39.13%
Data Entry 21.74%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations's salary.
  • Card Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Attention to Detail: Can increase your salary by up to 1%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Card Operations
$52,231
12%
Initiative
$51,765
11%
Attention to Detail
$47,101
1%
Credit Card
$46,635
0%
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How Education impacts an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations with a Bachelor's Degree is between $44,880 and $48,101).

Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 100.0%
High School 0.0%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 100.0%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations

Salaries for an Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,912 in 2023 to around $44,723 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Academic Advisor, Special Initiatives and Faculty Operations Over Time

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2023
$45,912
2024
$45,387
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2024 $45,387
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