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Academic Dean jobs with green card sponsorship are available at universities, colleges, and professional schools that file PERM labor certifications to permanently sponsor foreign academic leaders. EB-2 is the standard pathway for this advanced-degree role, though EB-3 applies when the posting specifies a bachelor's degree with substantial experience.
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Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.
Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.
Make an impact — from near or far
At SNHU, you'll have the option to work remotely in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
We ask that our remote employees have access to a reliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. Employees must reside in, and work from, one of the above approved states.
The opportunity
As an Associate Dean of Academic Strategy Management, you will be a full-time member of university staff responsible for advancing strategic priorities in our online Global Campus (GC) organization. You will lead, support, and implement cross-functional initiatives in partnership with academic and operational teams, translating established strategy into coordinated plans, projects, and measurable outcomes.
You will provide subject matter expertise in academic strategy, analysis, and process improvement, with a focus on strengthening academic operations, supporting academic quality and effectiveness, and improving the processes and infrastructure that enable effective work. You will use data, technology, and continuous improvement practices to identify opportunities and support informed decision-making.
You will report to an Executive Director of Academic Strategy Management and may provide project or initiative leadership to faculty and staff in support of established goals and strategic priorities.
What you'll do:
Academic Operations:
- Provide operational support for academic processes, using data, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to monitor trends and program health, suggest enhancements, and identify emerging risks.
- Evaluate academic policies and contribute to policy review efforts to ensure clarity, compliance, and consistency.
- Contribute to governance processes and institutional decision-making practices.
- Support accreditation reporting by coordinating with key institutional partners.
- Strengthen program review processes by evaluating user feedback and recommending changes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Build strong working relationships and serve as a trusted point of contact for colleagues across the university, coordinating requests and sharing information to promote shared accountability and the adoption of new tools and practices.
- Work with partner teams to align and standardize non-curricular academic requirements.
- Facilitate cross-functional groups as needed to clarify responsibilities, coordinate shared processes, and support consistent implementation/execution.
Strategic Implementation, Process Improvement & Innovation:
- Lead, support, and participate in institutional and programmatic initiatives, defining clear measures of success in collaboration with key stakeholders.
- Implement academic process improvement to reduce rework, delay, and cost while increasing scalability.
- Guide the integration, use, and adoption of AI and other emerging technologies in academic operations through responsible, well-governed implementation.
What we're looking for:
- At least 2 years of progressive experience working in higher education administration.
- A master's degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
- Broad knowledge of a wide range of functional areas within higher education institutions.
- Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional initiatives within higher education or other similar environments.
- Foundational understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), including its practical applications, with the ability to learn, evaluate, and effectively apply emerging AI technologies.
LI-Remote
We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.
If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to fully engage in any part of the application or hiring process, please complete the Accommodation Request form or contact us at 603-626-9447. A member from the Employee Accommodation Support Center will be in contact with you within two business days to discuss your request.
Compensation
The annual pay range for this position is $88,130.00 - $141,036.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. We expect this position to be hired in the following target hiring range $97,384.00 - $131,756.00.
Exceptional benefits (because you’re exceptional)
You’re the whole package. Your benefits should be, too. As a full-time employee at SNHU, you’ll get:
- High-quality, low-deductible medical insurance
- Low to no-cost dental and vision plans
- 5 weeks of paid time off (plus almost a dozen paid holidays)
- Employer-funded retirement
- Free tuition program
- Parental leave
- Mental health and wellbeing resources
Description
Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.
Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.
Make an impact — from near or far
At SNHU, you'll have the option to work remotely in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
We ask that our remote employees have access to a reliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. Employees must reside in, and work from, one of the above approved states.
The opportunity
As an Associate Dean of Academic Strategy Management, you will be a full-time member of university staff responsible for advancing strategic priorities in our online Global Campus (GC) organization. You will lead, support, and implement cross-functional initiatives in partnership with academic and operational teams, translating established strategy into coordinated plans, projects, and measurable outcomes.
You will provide subject matter expertise in academic strategy, analysis, and process improvement, with a focus on strengthening academic operations, supporting academic quality and effectiveness, and improving the processes and infrastructure that enable effective work. You will use data, technology, and continuous improvement practices to identify opportunities and support informed decision-making.
You will report to an Executive Director of Academic Strategy Management and may provide project or initiative leadership to faculty and staff in support of established goals and strategic priorities.
What you'll do:
Academic Operations:
- Provide operational support for academic processes, using data, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to monitor trends and program health, suggest enhancements, and identify emerging risks.
- Evaluate academic policies and contribute to policy review efforts to ensure clarity, compliance, and consistency.
- Contribute to governance processes and institutional decision-making practices.
- Support accreditation reporting by coordinating with key institutional partners.
- Strengthen program review processes by evaluating user feedback and recommending changes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Build strong working relationships and serve as a trusted point of contact for colleagues across the university, coordinating requests and sharing information to promote shared accountability and the adoption of new tools and practices.
- Work with partner teams to align and standardize non-curricular academic requirements.
- Facilitate cross-functional groups as needed to clarify responsibilities, coordinate shared processes, and support consistent implementation/execution.
Strategic Implementation, Process Improvement & Innovation:
- Lead, support, and participate in institutional and programmatic initiatives, defining clear measures of success in collaboration with key stakeholders.
- Implement academic process improvement to reduce rework, delay, and cost while increasing scalability.
- Guide the integration, use, and adoption of AI and other emerging technologies in academic operations through responsible, well-governed implementation.
What we're looking for:
- At least 2 years of progressive experience working in higher education administration.
- A master's degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
- Broad knowledge of a wide range of functional areas within higher education institutions.
- Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional initiatives within higher education or other similar environments.
- Foundational understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), including its practical applications, with the ability to learn, evaluate, and effectively apply emerging AI technologies.
LI-Remote
We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.
If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to fully engage in any part of the application or hiring process, please complete the Accommodation Request form or contact us at 603-626-9447. A member from the Employee Accommodation Support Center will be in contact with you within two business days to discuss your request.
Compensation
The annual pay range for this position is $88,130.00 - $141,036.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. We expect this position to be hired in the following target hiring range $97,384.00 - $131,756.00.
Exceptional benefits (because you’re exceptional)
You’re the whole package. Your benefits should be, too. As a full-time employee at SNHU, you’ll get:
- High-quality, low-deductible medical insurance
- Low to no-cost dental and vision plans
- 5 weeks of paid time off (plus almost a dozen paid holidays)
- Employer-funded retirement
- Free tuition program
- Parental leave
- Mental health and wellbeing resources
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Academic Dean
Document your academic leadership credentials early
Gather transcripts, degree evaluations, and evidence of progressive administrative responsibility before applying. PERM audits often scrutinize whether your credentials match the minimum requirements listed in the job posting, so inconsistencies between your CV and official records can delay DOL certification.
Target institutions with established PERM filing histories
Use Migrate Mate to search for universities and colleges that have sponsored Academic Dean and senior academic administrator roles through employment-based green card processes, so you're focusing your applications on employers already familiar with PERM requirements for this occupation.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating your offer
Run the Academic Dean SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which wage level the employer intends to certify. A Level I or II determination on a dean-level role can trigger a DOL audit, so confirming the wage tier aligns with your seniority protects the PERM filing.
Understand how the PERM recruitment test affects your timeline
Your employer must conduct a good-faith recruitment campaign, including journal advertising and internal postings, before DOL will certify the PERM. For Academic Dean searches, faculty governance processes and shared-decision requirements can extend this recruitment period well beyond the minimum 60-day window.
Clarify O*NET alignment in your job description review
Academic Dean roles span a wide range of duties depending on institution type. Confirm that the job description submitted with the PERM application reflects O*NET task descriptions for your specific scope, since duties that drift toward general administration rather than academic leadership can complicate EB-2 classification.
Plan for per-country priority date backlogs before accepting
If you were born in a high-demand country such as India or China, the gap between your priority date and visa availability can be substantial. Factor this into your offer negotiation and ask the employer about interim H-1B visa or O-1 visa coverage to maintain work authorization while your I-485 is pending.
Green Card Academic Dean: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Academic Dean roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Academic Dean positions qualify under EB-2 because the role requires an advanced degree, typically a doctorate or master's degree plus significant academic administrative experience. EB-3 is available when the employer's minimum requirements specify only a bachelor's degree. The PERM labor certification filed with DOL must reflect whichever degree requirement appears in the actual job posting.
How does green card sponsorship for an Academic Dean differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal and tied to a specific employer. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status or consular processing leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The PERM process also includes a formal DOL recruitment test and prevailing wage determination that H-1B filings do not, and per-country annual limits mean nationals of certain countries may wait years between I-140 approval and visa availability.
How long does the PERM labor certification process typically take for Academic Dean jobs?
PERM processing at DOL varies and is subject to audit risk, which can add many additional months. Universities must also complete a recruitment campaign before filing, and academic hiring cycles can extend that phase. After PERM certification, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS, and visa availability depends on your country of birth and the current priority date chart.
Where can I find universities actively sponsoring Academic Deans for a green card?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This lets you focus your applications on institutions that have completed the PERM and I-140 process for academic leadership positions before, rather than approaching employers who may be unfamiliar with the sponsorship requirements for this occupation.
Can I change institutions after my employer files the I-140 for an Academic Dean role?
AC21 job portability allows you to change employers once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your priority date from an approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition, but confirm both conditions with an immigration attorney before accepting a competing offer.