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Agriculture jobs in the U.S. can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer files with DOL before petitioning USCIS. Roles in agronomy, agricultural engineering, and farm management regularly support sponsorship for foreign professionals with the right credentials.
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Requisition Number: RE55813
Working Title: Director of Extension Administrative Operations
Department Name: 81023:COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 00
Salary Range:
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: No set minimum requirements.
Required Related Experience: No set minimum requirements.
Required License/Registration/Certification: None
Physical Requirements: Sitting for long periods; lifting objects up to 10 lbs.
Shift: Primarily weekdays; some weekend and evening activities may be required.
Job Summary:
The Director of Extension Administrative Operations provides statewide leadership for administrative operations, organizational development, and compliance within the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. The position works closely with Extension leadership, Regional and Area Extension Directors, and University partners to ensure effective administration of county operations. Responsibilities include organizational programs, policy implementation and administrative planning. The position also leads compliance reviews, organizational analysis, and process improvement initiatives that support sound decision-making and operational excellence. Through strategic leadership and collaboration, this role helps ensure consistent, efficient, and accountable Extension operations across Kentucky.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience: Master’s degree and five years of related experience. Administrative and/or Cooperative Extension experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply: 09/18/2026
Our University Community:
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Agriculture Extension Director Associate
Requisition Number: RE55813
Working Title: Director of Extension Administrative Operations
Department Name: 81023:COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 00
Salary Range:
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: No set minimum requirements.
Required Related Experience: No set minimum requirements.
Required License/Registration/Certification: None
Physical Requirements: Sitting for long periods; lifting objects up to 10 lbs.
Shift: Primarily weekdays; some weekend and evening activities may be required.
Job Summary:
The Director of Extension Administrative Operations provides statewide leadership for administrative operations, organizational development, and compliance within the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. The position works closely with Extension leadership, Regional and Area Extension Directors, and University partners to ensure effective administration of county operations. Responsibilities include organizational programs, policy implementation and administrative planning. The position also leads compliance reviews, organizational analysis, and process improvement initiatives that support sound decision-making and operational excellence. Through strategic leadership and collaboration, this role helps ensure consistent, efficient, and accountable Extension operations across Kentucky.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience: Master’s degree and five years of related experience. Administrative and/or Cooperative Extension experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply: 09/18/2026
Our University Community:
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Agriculture
Match your degree to PERM job requirements
PERM requires the employer to specify a minimum education level in the job description. If your foreign agronomy or agricultural science degree doesn't clearly align, get a credential evaluation before applying so employers can confidently list your qualification.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment history
Agriculture employers who are already enrolled in E-Verify have demonstrated readiness to navigate federal employment eligibility systems, which often correlates with willingness to sponsor PERM-based green cards for skilled foreign hires.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter agriculture employers by green card sponsorship history. This lets you focus your applications on operations that have already completed PERM filings for similar roles, cutting out the guesswork of cold outreach.
Verify your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Not all agriculture positions support EB-2 sponsorship. Review the O*NET profile for your specific role to confirm it typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field before pursuing an advanced-degree petition.
Ask employers about prevailing wage tiers early
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job title. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage range before negotiating your offer, so you can flag mismatches before the filing starts.
Understand EB-3 filing timelines for agricultural roles
EB-3 PERM filings for agriculture roles involve a supervised recruitment period that typically runs three to six months before USCIS even receives the I-140 petition. Build this into your job transition timeline so you don't let your current status lapse.
Green Card Agriculture: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture roles qualify for EB-2 versus EB-3 green card sponsorship?
EB-2 applies to agriculture roles requiring an advanced degree or candidates with strong professional credentials, such as agricultural scientists, agronomists with master's degrees, or irrigation engineers. EB-3 covers skilled workers and professionals in roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree or two years of training, including farm managers and soil conservationists. The employer's job description and your credentials determine which category applies.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for agriculture jobs?
H-1B visa is a temporary visa subject to an annual lottery cap, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no equivalent lottery at the EB-3 level for most countries. The PERM process requires DOL-supervised recruitment and can take 12 to 24 months before USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a time-limited work authorization.
Can seasonal or contract agriculture employers sponsor a green card?
PERM sponsorship requires a permanent, full-time job offer, so seasonal or temporary positions generally don't qualify. The employer must demonstrate an ongoing need for the role. Year-round operations in agricultural research, food production management, or agribusiness administration are better candidates for PERM filings than harvest-cycle or contract arrangements.
How do I find agriculture employers who have sponsored green cards before?
Use Migrate Mate to search agriculture jobs filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Focusing on companies that have previously completed PERM filings for similar roles significantly increases the likelihood that an employer understands the process and is willing to commit to the timeline and costs involved.
Does a foreign agricultural science degree support a PERM petition in the U.S.?
Yes, but you'll need a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's or master's degree in the relevant field. USCIS and DOL both rely on this evaluation during PERM and I-140 adjudication. A degree in agronomy, soil science, agricultural engineering, or a closely related field typically satisfies EB-2 or EB-3 educational requirements when properly evaluated.