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Academic Administrator jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Universities and colleges are among the most active sponsors for this role, covering both EB-2 and EB-3 categories depending on your degree and experience.
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INTRODUCTION
Discover Your Career at Emory University: Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages the operations, personnel and fiscal activities for an academic department or business unit.
- Identifies and leads efforts to address specific operational issues.
- Develops recommendations and action plans towards their resolution.
- Determines and recommends options for addressing budget issues.
- Assists in preparing contract budgets, grant applications, proposals, status reports and/or financial statements.
- Plans and prepares projections for management of unit operations and associated costs.
- Researches and investigates employee issues/concerns.
- Collaborates with Human Resources to recommend an appropriate course of action.
- Responds to inquiries and/or complaints from faculty, staff, students, parents, outside agencies and/or the public which require interpretation of policies and procedures.
- Projects and develops plans for addressing staffing requirements.
- Hires, supervises and evaluates regular staff and student employees.
- Prioritizes work assignments and special projects.
- May conduct research and develop proposals for new programs and services.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or a field related to the department's area of specialty and two years of office administration experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
- Supervisory experience required.
- Experience with various personal computer software applications.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
Financial Administration & Budget Management
- Manage department financial operations, including unrestricted, restricted, sponsored, non-sponsored, grant, and endowment accounts.
- Develop annual budget forecasts and monitor departmental budgets throughout the fiscal year.
- Process and reconcile financial transactions, including travel reimbursements, payment requests, honoraria, wire transfers, deposits, and journal entries.
- Maintain and monitor faculty research accounts and establish accounts for newly hired faculty.
- Prepare financial reports and provide regular account updates to faculty and department leadership.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve financial discrepancies in collaboration with university finance offices.
- Manage funding programs, fellowships, subventions, and graduate student professional development awards.
- Submit requisitions and payment requests for departmental invoices and expenses.
- Maintain financial records, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation.
- Participate in required financial systems training and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.
Department Operations & Administrative Management
- Manage the day-to-day administrative operations of the department and affiliated facilities.
- Serve as the primary resource for departmental administrative policies, procedures, and operational matters.
- Meet regularly with department leadership and prepare agendas, reports, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with annual departmental planning, budgeting, faculty leave planning, and reporting requirements.
- Maintain departmental personnel records and confidential files.
- Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new faculty and staff.
- Supervise administrative support staff, including performance evaluations and leave approvals.
- Coordinate departmental meetings and facilitate communication among faculty and staff.
- Oversee building operations and coordinate maintenance and facilities-related issues with campus partners.
- Maintain records related to donor funds, special projects, and departmental initiatives.
Human Resources Administration
- Serve as the department's primary HR liaison and advisor on personnel matters.
- Provide guidance to department leadership regarding human resources policies and procedures.
- Attend university and college HR meetings and trainings to ensure compliance and awareness of policy updates.
- Coordinate recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and employment processing for faculty, staff, students, and temporary employees.
- Support employee relations matters by researching concerns and collaborating with Human Resources to recommend solutions.
- Complete employment verification and I-9 processing for new hires.
- Maintain payroll and timesheet records for student employees and other temporary staff.
- Supervise student workers and administrative staff as assigned.
International Faculty, Scholars & Fellows Support
- Coordinate onboarding and support services for visiting scholars, fellows, professors, and international employees.
- Partner with International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and Human Resources on immigration and employment matters.
- Prepare and process employment-related immigration documentation, including H-1B and other visa-related requests.
- Facilitate the arrival, onboarding, and integration of international visitors and scholars.
Faculty Recruitment, Search & Promotion Support
- Coordinate faculty search processes, including posting positions, managing applicant communications, scheduling interviews, and supporting search committees.
- Maintain faculty recruiting materials and position postings through university-approved systems.
- Assist with onboarding activities for newly hired faculty members.
- Support promotion and tenure review processes and ensure compliance with university procedures and deadlines.
- Coordinate communications with candidates, committee members, and university partners throughout the recruitment process.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree or higher required.
- Experience with Microsoft 360.
- 2 years or more of Supervisory Experience.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Academic Administrator
Match your credentials to the right EB category
EB-2 requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience in academic administration. Pull your transcripts and employment history now so you can clearly document the progression USCIS expects reviewers to see.
Use O*NET to frame your job duties accurately
O*NET lists standard tasks for Academic Administrator roles, and DOL reviewers compare your PERM job description against that profile. Gaps between your actual duties and the O*NET benchmark can trigger audit requests, so align the language before the employer files.
Find sponsors through verified PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify universities and college systems with a confirmed record of sponsoring Academic Administrator roles through PERM. Targeting employers who've completed the process before shortens your path from offer to approved petition.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Run your target title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which wage level applies. PERM requires the offered salary to meet the prevailing wage, and a Level I determination for a senior coordinator role can complicate the filing.
Account for per-country priority date backlogs early
If you were born in India or China, the gap between your priority date and the current cutoff can span years even after your I-140 is approved. Factor that timeline into your decision before resigning a current sponsored status.
Understand the recruitment test before PERM is filed
DOL requires your employer to run a good-faith recruitment effort before certifying your PERM application. If the employer posts inadequate ads or skips required steps, DOL can audit or deny the case, resetting the entire process.
Green Card Academic Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between H-1B sponsorship and green card sponsorship for Academic Administrator roles?
H-1B visa grants temporary status, typically in two- or three-year increments, and requires the employer to file a Labor Condition Application with DOL. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence. The employer must complete PERM labor certification, including a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test, before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. The process is longer but the outcome is permanent.
Which green card category typically applies to Academic Administrator positions?
Most Academic Administrator roles qualify under EB-2 if the position requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree or at least two years of specialized experience. The employer's job requirements, not just your credentials, determine which category PERM is filed under, so the offer letter and job description both matter.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Academic Administrators for green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified PERM filing history for Academic Administrator roles, so you can target institutions that have already completed the process rather than asking cold. Universities, community college systems, and large private colleges are among the most consistent sponsors, but activity varies significantly by institution and hiring cycle.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved without losing my place in the green card queue?
Yes, in two distinct situations. Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting your case. Separately, an approved I-140's priority date can be carried over to a new employer's petition even if you change jobs before the I-485 stage, provided the original I-140 was not revoked for fraud or misrepresentation.
How do per-country backlogs affect Academic Administrators born in high-demand countries?
Employment-based green card numbers are subject to per-country limits, and nationals from India and China face the longest wait times because demand from those countries exceeds their annual allocation. An approved I-140 secures your priority date, but you can't file an I-485 or complete consular processing until that date becomes current. The USCIS Visa Bulletin tracks monthly cutoffs and is the authoritative source for current wait estimates.