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Community Outreach Coordinator roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process when employers can demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Nonprofits, healthcare systems, and government contractors are among the most active sponsors for this role, offering a path to permanent residency rather than a temporary work visa.
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The position oversees the IGNITE and ICF@USF Education and Community Outreach initiatives within the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame (FIHF). This position is responsible for building and coordinating the Education and Community Outreach efforts through planning, implementation and execution. This includes working collaboratively with existent community and university partners; developing new partnerships across the innovation ecosystem; working with the Associate Director and community stakeholders to develop K-20 invention education curriculum and opportunities; assisting FIHF team in creating educational museum exhibits; generating opportunities for community education and engagement; developing and implement goals, operating procedures and programmatic efforts; monitoring and collecting data from program benchmarks for analysis; tracking outreach efforts to produce reports for various audiences; assisting with identification and administration of grants; fulfilling benchmarks within USF's Strategic Goals.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities for this position include:
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30% - Program Management & Direction: set overall direction for IGNITE and ICF@USF, including annual planning, growth, goal-setting, program evaluation, and representing Florida Inventor's Hall of Fame (FIHF) at state/national education forums as a subject matter expert.
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20% - Curriculum Development, Content Creation and program evaluation; leads design and refinement of comprehensive curricula aligned to state/national education standards, including digital/e-learning content.
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20% - Educator Professional Development & Partnership Building: designs and delivers a scalable PD model.
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15% - Statewide Program Growth, Delivery & Logistics: manages all statewide operations, growth and delivery of IGNITE and ICF@USF, with budget coordination.
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10% - Oversees student assistant.
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5% - Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the program responsibilities and three years of professional experience; or Master's degree and one year of professional experience.
- Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
- Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
- SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
- A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
- Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
- Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
This position requires a Level I background check.
Hiring salary: $62,663 - $78,328, commensurate with experience.
WORKING AT USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
ABOUT USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.
COMPLIANCE AND FEDERAL NOTICES
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
INTRODUCTION
The position oversees the IGNITE and ICF@USF Education and Community Outreach initiatives within the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame (FIHF). This position is responsible for building and coordinating the Education and Community Outreach efforts through planning, implementation and execution. This includes working collaboratively with existent community and university partners; developing new partnerships across the innovation ecosystem; working with the Associate Director and community stakeholders to develop K-20 invention education curriculum and opportunities; assisting FIHF team in creating educational museum exhibits; generating opportunities for community education and engagement; developing and implement goals, operating procedures and programmatic efforts; monitoring and collecting data from program benchmarks for analysis; tracking outreach efforts to produce reports for various audiences; assisting with identification and administration of grants; fulfilling benchmarks within USF's Strategic Goals.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities for this position include:
-
30% - Program Management & Direction: set overall direction for IGNITE and ICF@USF, including annual planning, growth, goal-setting, program evaluation, and representing Florida Inventor's Hall of Fame (FIHF) at state/national education forums as a subject matter expert.
-
20% - Curriculum Development, Content Creation and program evaluation; leads design and refinement of comprehensive curricula aligned to state/national education standards, including digital/e-learning content.
-
20% - Educator Professional Development & Partnership Building: designs and delivers a scalable PD model.
-
15% - Statewide Program Growth, Delivery & Logistics: manages all statewide operations, growth and delivery of IGNITE and ICF@USF, with budget coordination.
-
10% - Oversees student assistant.
-
5% - Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the program responsibilities and three years of professional experience; or Master's degree and one year of professional experience.
- Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
- Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
- SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
- A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
- Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
- Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
This position requires a Level I background check.
Hiring salary: $62,663 - $78,328, commensurate with experience.
WORKING AT USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
ABOUT USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.
COMPLIANCE AND FEDERAL NOTICES
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Community Outreach Coordinator
Document your community impact with measurable outcomes
PERM requires your employer to justify the role's requirements. Collect program reports, grant outcomes, and partnership agreements that show your work demands specialized knowledge. These materials strengthen the job description and reduce RFE risk during the I-140 stage.
Target nonprofits with established PERM filing history
Nonprofits with federal or state grants often have HR infrastructure set up for PERM sponsorship. Look for organizations that already employ foreign nationals in program roles, since they're familiar with the DOL prevailing-wage requirements for outreach positions.
Verify your role meets EB-2 advanced-degree requirements
EB-2 requires a master's degree or equivalent. If your outreach role normally requires a bachelor's plus two years of experience, you may fall under EB-3 instead. Cross-check the O*NET occupation profile for Community Outreach Coordinator to confirm the typical education and experience threshold.
Search green card sponsorship jobs through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Community Outreach Coordinator openings by employers with active EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. This saves time you'd otherwise spend manually verifying whether a hiring organization has ever filed a PERM application.
Ask about the prevailing wage determination before accepting an offer
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your region and job level. Run your own check using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating compensation so you can confirm the offer clears the threshold your employer will need to certify.
Understand that PERM advertising rules affect your hiring timeline
Before filing with DOL, your employer must run a federally required recruitment process lasting at least 30 days. Build this into your expected start date. Offers that require an immediate start often signal the employer hasn't yet budgeted for the PERM recruitment window.
Green Card Community Outreach Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Community Outreach Coordinator role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Community Outreach Coordinator positions qualify under EB-3, which covers roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree or two years of training. If the employer can document that the position requires an advanced degree as a standard industry requirement, EB-2 may apply. The O*NET profile and the specific job duties your employer defines in the PERM application will determine which category fits.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with an annual cap and lottery, while PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the petition level. The PERM process is longer, typically taking one to three years from labor certification through green card approval, but it's not subject to lottery uncertainty. For Community Outreach Coordinator candidates from most countries, EB-3 priority dates are also current, meaning there's no long backlog wait.
Which types of employers sponsor Community Outreach Coordinators for green cards?
Nonprofits funded by federal or state grants, federally qualified health centers, hospital systems, public health agencies, and government contractors are among the most consistent sponsors for this role. These organizations frequently employ foreign nationals in program and outreach functions and already have legal counsel experienced with PERM filings. Smaller community-based organizations may be willing but lack the HR infrastructure to file without external immigration support.
How do I find Community Outreach Coordinator jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface jobs where employers have a documented history of EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship. Instead of sifting through postings that say 'we do not sponsor,' you can filter for roles where PERM filing is a realistic outcome. This is especially useful for outreach roles, where sponsorship willingness is inconsistent across the nonprofit and healthcare sectors.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my green card?
Gather transcripts and degree equivalency evaluations if your credentials are from outside the U.S., since PERM requires your qualifications to match the position's stated requirements exactly. Collect reference letters and performance records that confirm your specialized experience in community engagement or public health outreach. Having these ready before the PERM recruitment process starts helps your employer's attorney draft a job description that accurately reflects your background and withstands DOL scrutiny.