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Compliance Assistant jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. EB-2 eligibility applies if your role requires an advanced degree; EB-3 covers bachelor's-level professionals and skilled workers with two or more years of experience.
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INTRODUCTION
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation - driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world.
At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth. We actively support professional development by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups.
We invite applicants who are inspired by our Principles of Community and who are eager to be part of our exciting Strategic Plan, which charts Berkeley's next era of excellence.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Clery Compliance serves as an operational lead for the university's Clery compliance program. Reporting to the Director of Clery Compliance, this position oversees daily compliance functions, including analyzing crime statistics, managing records, tracking geography, and coordinating campus-wide Clery training. The Assistant Director continuously evaluates compliance workflows, maintains data integrity across systems, and supports the preparation of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The ideal candidate is a process-driven compliance specialist and data analyst with extensive expertise in the practical application and administration of the Clery Act.
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The First Review Date for this job is: November 18, 2026. For full consideration, please apply by November 30, 2026.
Responsibilities
Crime Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Conduct in-depth analysis of crime statistics and disciplinary referral data to identify patterns, trends, and emerging issues related to campus safety.
- Review and classify incident reports to ensure compliance with Clery Act definitions and requirements.
- Collect, analyze, and consolidate crime and disciplinary referral data from various internal and external sources, including the university police department, local law enforcement agencies, and Campus Security Authorities (CSAs).
- Serve as one of the primary custodians for all Clery Act-related records and data.
Systems and Process Management:
- Assist in designing, implementing, and managing the systems and technologies used for collecting, storing, and reporting Clery-related data.
- Help to continuously evaluate and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of all Clery compliance processes, including incident reporting, data collection, and CSA management.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of a comprehensive records management system for all Clery-related documentation.
- Help develop and implement a quality assurance program to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all Clery compliance data and reporting.
- Support the evaluation and process improvement of the timely warning and emergency notification procedures for the campus.
Compliance and Policy Management:
- Assist in the preparation and review of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR), with a focus on policy statements and procedural disclosures.
- Contribute to the development and revision of university policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with the Clery Act.
- Stay current on all changes to the Clery Act and other applicable regulations, and provide guidance to campus stakeholders.
Training and Outreach:
- Identify Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) and maintain an updated list.
- Develop and deliver training programs on Clery compliance policies and procedures for a wide range of campus stakeholders, including Campus Security Authorities (CSAs).
- Serve as a subject matter expert on Clery Act compliance, providing information and guidance to various campus departments and community members.
Geography and Map:
- Coordinates with campus and UCOP partners to develop Clery classification procedures for all buildings and properties owned and/or leased by the institution.
- Develops and maintains a campus Clery map.
- Conducts an annual review to ensure continued compliance.
Professional Development and Other Duties as Assigned:
- Participate in conferences, seminars, and other training to stay abreast of Clery Act regulations and evolving interpretations.
- Engage in various professional self-development activities. Participate in UC Systemwide Clery meetings and activities.
- Continually seek best practices in higher education compliance operations to enhance the compliance functions of the university.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in a compliance, legal, risk management, or related role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear and actionable insights for a non-technical audience.
- High level of integrity and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Demonstrated experience in designing, writing, and implementing institutional policies and procedures.
- Proven ability to analyze complex processes and systems, identify opportunities for improvement, and lead change management initiatives.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Criminology, Statistics, Public Policy, Higher Education Administration, or Public Administration and/or equivalent experience/training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated experience in data interpretation and visualization.
- Proficiency in using data analysis tools and software (e.g., advanced Excel functions, SPSS, R, Tableau, or similar).
- Master's degree or Juris Doctor (JD) and/or equivalent experience/training.
- Direct experience with crime analysis, predictive modeling, or statistical analysis in a law enforcement or campus safety environment.
- Certified Clery Compliance Officer or similar professional certification.
- Experience with relational databases.
- Expert-level knowledge of the Jeanne Clery Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) amendments, Title IX, and related federal regulations.
- Experience in developing and delivering training programs.
- 3 years of experience directly focused on Clery Act compliance in a higher education setting.
SALARY & BENEFITS
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted annual salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $94,300.00 - $125,000.00.
This is an exempt, monthly-paid position.
This is a full-time [40 hours/week] Career position eligible for full UC benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Compliance Assistant
Match your credentials to the right EB category
Pull your occupation's requirements from O*NET before applying. If your Compliance Assistant role requires a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, you may qualify for EB-2 rather than defaulting to EB-3, which affects your priority date queue.
Verify prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for Compliance Assistant roles in your target city. PERM requires your offered salary to meet or exceed that level, so confirming this before you negotiate protects the sponsorship from a DOL denial later.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate for Compliance Assistant roles at employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Employers who have filed PERM for similar compliance roles before understand the recruitment test requirements and are less likely to abandon the process mid-filing.
Ask about PERM recruitment timing during interviews
PERM requires employers to run a formal recruitment test before filing, which takes several months. Ask your prospective employer whether they've started the prevailing wage determination with DOL, so you understand where you are in the timeline before accepting an offer.
Secure your priority date as early as possible
Your USCIS priority date is set when USCIS receives your I-140 petition. For nationals of high-demand countries, the gap between that date and visa availability can be substantial. Filing the I-140 promptly after PERM certification locks in the earliest possible date in the queue.
Understand AC21 portability before you change jobs
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without losing your place in line. For Compliance Assistant roles, document how the new position's duties align with the original certified PERM job description.
Green Card Compliance Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Compliance Assistant jobs commonly come with green card sponsorship?
Some do, but it's not universal. Regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, and energy tend to have dedicated compliance functions and are more experienced with PERM filings for mid-level roles like Compliance Assistant. Smaller employers or those without in-house legal counsel often decline to sponsor because of the multi-step PERM process and associated costs.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a Compliance Assistant role?
Green card sponsorship via EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test. After PERM is certified, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years before a visa number becomes available.
What does the PERM recruitment test mean for me as a Compliance Assistant candidate?
PERM requires your employer to advertise the position through DOL-mandated channels and document that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied. You're not involved in running the recruitment, but the job description used in those ads becomes the certified position that governs your entire green card case. If the employer changes your duties significantly after PERM is certified, it can jeopardize the filing.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Compliance Assistant roles?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified green card sponsorship history for compliance roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the PERM process. This saves time compared to asking about sponsorship late in a generic job search, when an employer's willingness to sponsor is still unknown.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship process has started?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your original I-140 was approved, a new employer can file a fresh I-140 and you can retain your original priority date. Separately, 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 the queue. Both rules require careful documentation that your new Compliance Assistant role matches the certified position's duties.