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How much do academic affairs jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic affairs in the United States is $92,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is academic affairs?

Academic Affairs refers to the division within a college or university responsible for overseeing the institution’s academic programs, policies, and faculty. This department manages curriculum development, academic standards, faculty appointments, and student academic support services. Academic Affairs plays a key role in ensuring the quality and integrity of the institution’s educational offerings and often collaborates with other departments to enhance student success. The team is typically led by a provost or vice president of academic affairs.

What do you do in academic affairs?

In academic affairs, professionals oversee the development and implementation of academic policies, coordinate curriculum and faculty activities, and support student success. They often collaborate with faculty, administrators, and students to ensure educational standards are met and may use tools like learning management systems. The role typically requires strong organizational and communication skills and a good understanding of higher education regulations.

What is the difference between Academic Affairs vs Academic Advising?

AspectAcademic AffairsAcademic Advising
Primary RoleOversees academic policies, curriculum development, faculty affairs, and institutional academic standards.Guides students on course selection, degree requirements, and academic planning.
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, faculty meetings, institutional planning sessions.Student services offices, advising centers, one-on-one student meetings.
Required CredentialsTypically requires a master's or doctoral degree in education or related field; experience in higher education administration.Usually requires a bachelor's or master's degree; experience in student services or counseling is common.

Academic Affairs focuses on institutional policies, curriculum, and faculty management, ensuring the academic integrity of the institution. Academic Advising centers on supporting students directly, helping them navigate their academic journey. While both roles are vital in higher education, they serve different functions within the academic ecosystem.

How does academic affairs typically collaborate with faculty and administrative departments?

Professionals in Academic Affairs regularly work closely with faculty members, department chairs, and various administrative offices to coordinate curriculum development, manage academic policies, and support student success initiatives. This collaboration often involves participating in committee meetings, facilitating communication between academic departments, and ensuring compliance with institutional and accreditation standards. Effective teamwork and strong interpersonal skills are essential, as the role often acts as a bridge between faculty and administration to align academic goals with institutional priorities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in academic affairs, and why are they important?

To thrive in Academic Affairs, you typically need a background in higher education administration, curriculum development, and academic policy, often supported by an advanced degree. Familiarity with student information systems, accreditation platforms, and learning management systems is essential. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies ensure effective academic program oversight, policy implementation, and support for institutional goals.
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Infographic showing various Academic Affairs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 37% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 73% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,878 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

Office Manager, Academic Affairs

University of New England

Biddeford, ME • On-site

$53K - $56K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

University Of New England rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

546th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Position Type
Professional Staff
Faculty Track
Position Title
Office Manager, Academic Affairs
Employment Status
Full Time
Months
12
Campus
Portland, ME
Description
The Office Manager (OM) for the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) Academic Affairs provides administrative support to the Associate Dean and assists with the overall operations of the Academic Affairs unit within UNE COM. The OM oversees general office operations and performs a wide range of administrative duties to support the department's initiatives, and daily activities.
The Office Manager (OM) of the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) Academic Affairs assists the Associate Dean with the administration of the office and support for Academic Affairs unit of the UNE COM. The OM oversees the general office operations and performs a wide variety of administrative tasks for the department/program.
This is a full-time, salaried position with an annual salary of $53,000-$56,000, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
About the University of New EnglandUNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
  • Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
  • Up to 8% retirement plan match.
  • Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
  • Educational benefits:
    • UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
    • UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
      • 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.

For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview
Responsibilities
  • Serves as an administrative liaison between Office of the COM Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and students, UNE's faculty and adjunct faculty, staff, senior management as well as parents, alumni, vendors, and/or other key department constituency staff.
  • Manages the budgetary activity for the department and keeps the associate dean apprised: initiates and processes financial documents related to operating budgets, capital budgets, special accounts, and the like; monitors financial activity; organizes and maintains financial records; prepares related reports.
  • Coordinates, initiates, prepares, processes, and/or monitors various financial/administrative/operations forms, records, reports, schedules, and other documents, ensuring timely and accurate completion of documents by other department/University personnel and/or outside individuals/organizations.
  • Coordinates the scheduling, travel arrangement support, reimbursement and payment for visiting faculty recruited to help with the delivery of the curriculum.
  • Supervises the electronic posting and the manual distribution (as appropriate) of the finalized academic schedule of classes.
  • Supervises the printing and distribution of letters, schedules, syllabi, exams, and grade reports.
  • Ensures the timely availability of classrooms, other special facilities, and equipment (including AV equipment) for the delivery of the curriculum, as necessary.
  • Provides administrative support for the Associate Dean , including (but not limited to) managing work schedule, appointments, travel arrangements, phone calls, and written correspondence.
  • Manages various special projects, such as doing background research, updating various policy manuals and handbooks and archive searches.
  • Develops, organizes and maintains various departmental files and records, frequently involving cross filing/cross-reference systems.
  • Work as part of the team to manage department related events generally outside of business hours.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business or other appropriate discipline, plus three to four years of relevant administrative experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
  • Proven supervisory skills;
  • Broad base of general administrative and office management knowledge and skills;
  • Excellent administrative and organizational skills;
  • Experience in overseeing, organizing and maintaining moderately complex filing and records systems.
  • Previous experience with computerized information systems;
  • Excellent communication, writing and math skills. Some bookkeeping/accounting training or experience may be desirable;
  • Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of individuals inside and outside of the University;
  • Ability to function independently as well as work as part of team.

EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Additional Note
This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.
Anticipated Pay Range
$53,000 - $56,000
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2022PS0944P
Open Date
07/21/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
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