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Assistant Librarian green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Public libraries, academic institutions, and research organizations regularly sponsor foreign library professionals for permanent residence.
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Assistant Librarian - CPM
Department
Center for Popular Music
Salary
$53,954 - $66,815; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
Assistant Librarian at Center for Popular Music (CPM). Primary responsibilities include front desk reference services; library program development; Research Description Access (RDA) and Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) cataloging of reference and research materials to include various formats (books, periodicals, vertical files, etc.); library collection maintenance and development suggestions; shelf-reading and re-shelving of library materials; maintenance of vertical file materials; maintenance of reading room space; assisting with instruction; assisting with social media and event promotions; creation of event promotional materials; and assisting with the general operations of CPM and performing other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Required Education
American Library Association accredited master's degree required.
Required Related Experience
One year full-time experience in a library or special collections institution required.
Desirable Related Experience
Two years full-time work experience in a research library or special collections institution preferred. Experience working with music-related materials preferred. Experience working with online music databases and resources preferred.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter & CV/Resume Required
Benefits
MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.
Application Review Date: For best consideration, please apply by November 13, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the listed application review date of November 20, 2026.
Job Title
Assistant Librarian - CPM
Department
Center for Popular Music
Salary
$53,954 - $66,815; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
Assistant Librarian at Center for Popular Music (CPM). Primary responsibilities include front desk reference services; library program development; Research Description Access (RDA) and Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) cataloging of reference and research materials to include various formats (books, periodicals, vertical files, etc.); library collection maintenance and development suggestions; shelf-reading and re-shelving of library materials; maintenance of vertical file materials; maintenance of reading room space; assisting with instruction; assisting with social media and event promotions; creation of event promotional materials; and assisting with the general operations of CPM and performing other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Required Education
American Library Association accredited master's degree required.
Required Related Experience
One year full-time experience in a library or special collections institution required.
Desirable Related Experience
Two years full-time work experience in a research library or special collections institution preferred. Experience working with music-related materials preferred. Experience working with online music databases and resources preferred.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter & CV/Resume Required
Benefits
MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.
Application Review Date: For best consideration, please apply by November 13, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the listed application review date of November 20, 2026.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Assistant Librarian
Match your degree to EB tier
A Master of Library Science positions you for EB-2, while a bachelor's degree in library science with two or more years of experience qualifies under EB-3 skilled worker. Know your tier before you apply so you target employers whose I-140 filings match your credentials.
Search employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history for library roles. Seeing an employer's prior PERM and I-140 filing pattern tells you whether sponsorship is part of their actual hiring practice, not just a policy listed in a job posting.
Verify your prevailing wage category early
Run your target city and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer. PERM requires the employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location, and knowing the threshold lets you evaluate whether an offered salary will clear the DOL requirement.
Target academic and research library employers
University libraries and federally funded research institutions have established HR processes and legal counsel experienced with PERM filings. They sponsor more consistently than small public library systems, which may lack the administrative infrastructure to run a compliant DOL recruitment test.
Document specialized cataloging credentials now
PERM job requirements must reflect the genuine minimum qualifications for the role. If your position requires proficiency in specific cataloging standards or rare language collections, gather your certifications, transcripts, and work history now so your employer can accurately define the role in the PERM application.
Understand priority date backlogs before filing
Employment-based green cards have per-country annual limits, and nationals of high-demand countries face priority date backlogs that can extend the wait significantly after PERM and I-140 approval. Check the monthly USCIS Visa Bulletin to understand where your country's cutoff date stands before committing to a sponsoring employer.
Green Card Assistant Librarian: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Assistant Librarian qualify for EB-2 green card sponsorship?
Yes. If your employer requires a Master of Library Science or equivalent advanced degree for the position, the role can support an EB-2 petition. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree in library science combined with five years of progressive, post-degree experience in the specialty can also satisfy the EB-2 advanced-degree standard under USCIS guidelines.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for library roles?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and requires renewal, while green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence. The process also differs structurally: green card sponsorship requires the employer to first complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker is available, before filing the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. H-1B has no equivalent recruitment test.
How long does the PERM process typically take for an Assistant Librarian role?
PERM labor certification involves a prevailing wage determination request and a mandatory recruitment period during which your employer must advertise the position and document that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied. After submission to DOL, adjudication timelines vary. Once PERM is certified, the employer files the I-140 with USCIS, and you then wait for a visa number based on your priority date and country of birth.
Where can I find employers who sponsor green cards for library professionals?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Focusing on employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing activity for library or information science roles is more reliable than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship during the interview process.
Can I change library employers after my green card is in process?
AC21 portability allows you to change employers once your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your priority date from an approved original I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition, protecting your place in the backlog queue.