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Proposed Start Date 09/01/2026
Classification Title Advising and Student Services
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title Program Administrator, Computer Science
Department 270201 - CMP Computer Science Office
Position Number D91822
Representation AU - AAUP
Renewable Renewable
Position FTE 1.0
Tenure Status N - not applicable
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most innovative, diverse, and affordable public research university, located in one of the nation’s most desirable places to live, and the Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science is your testing ground for putting new ideas into action. We believe in involving everyone—from freshmen to faculty to community—in solving the problems facing our region and our world.
The Department of Computer Science offers a full range of courses and degree programs. Our programs, in addition to the opportunities to develop professional skills through MECOP and PCEP, are designed to provide students with the educational background to achieve a career in the computing industry. With over 800 undergraduate CS majors and almost 200 graduate students, we offer a community to learn, discover, innovate, and share a curriculum based on the application and theoretical foundations of Computer Science.
The Computer Science (CS) department is home to 31 regular faculty members who specialize in a variety of research areas such as computer graphics and vision, computer security, databases, intelligent systems, programming languages, software engineering, open source software, sensor networks, and high performance computing.
The Undergraduate Program and Student Success Coordinator provides comprehensive administration, advising support, communications, and operational management for both the B.S. in Computer Science (CS) and B.S in Artificial Intelligence (AI) undergraduate programs.
This position serves as the primary coordinator for student progression from admission through graduation, ensuring compliance with university and departmental policies while supporting student success, retention, and program growth.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and expertise in concepts, principles, and practices of designated professional discipline typically obtained by a Bachelor’s degree and 0 to 2 years of professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years related experience supporting student success and program management within a university.
- Demonstrated proficiency with student information systems, degree audit systems, and CRM databases (e.g., Banner, DARS, Slate, Cognos).
- Intermediate skills in office productivity tools (e.g., MS Excel/Word, Google Suite) and basic website content management system (CMS) updating.
Key Cultural Competencies
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $55,704 and $60,192 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions
Additional Information
internal
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M06dEVNc5Um7oaxRBeZvfQd2dtC6L4jS/view
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please include the names, email addresses and phone numbers for 3 professional references.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No
Background Check Required Yes
Position Details
Proposed Start Date 09/01/2026
Classification Title Advising and Student Services
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title Program Administrator, Computer Science
Department 270201 - CMP Computer Science Office
Position Number D91822
Representation AU - AAUP
Renewable Renewable
Position FTE 1.0
Tenure Status N - not applicable
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most innovative, diverse, and affordable public research university, located in one of the nation’s most desirable places to live, and the Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science is your testing ground for putting new ideas into action. We believe in involving everyone—from freshmen to faculty to community—in solving the problems facing our region and our world.
The Department of Computer Science offers a full range of courses and degree programs. Our programs, in addition to the opportunities to develop professional skills through MECOP and PCEP, are designed to provide students with the educational background to achieve a career in the computing industry. With over 800 undergraduate CS majors and almost 200 graduate students, we offer a community to learn, discover, innovate, and share a curriculum based on the application and theoretical foundations of Computer Science.
The Computer Science (CS) department is home to 31 regular faculty members who specialize in a variety of research areas such as computer graphics and vision, computer security, databases, intelligent systems, programming languages, software engineering, open source software, sensor networks, and high performance computing.
The Undergraduate Program and Student Success Coordinator provides comprehensive administration, advising support, communications, and operational management for both the B.S. in Computer Science (CS) and B.S in Artificial Intelligence (AI) undergraduate programs.
This position serves as the primary coordinator for student progression from admission through graduation, ensuring compliance with university and departmental policies while supporting student success, retention, and program growth.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and expertise in concepts, principles, and practices of designated professional discipline typically obtained by a Bachelor’s degree and 0 to 2 years of professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years related experience supporting student success and program management within a university.
- Demonstrated proficiency with student information systems, degree audit systems, and CRM databases (e.g., Banner, DARS, Slate, Cognos).
- Intermediate skills in office productivity tools (e.g., MS Excel/Word, Google Suite) and basic website content management system (CMS) updating.
Key Cultural Competencies
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $55,704 and $60,192 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions
Additional Information
internal
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M06dEVNc5Um7oaxRBeZvfQd2dtC6L4jS/view
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please include the names, email addresses and phone numbers for 3 professional references.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No
Background Check Required Yes
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Computer Scientist
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
A master's degree in computer science, AI, or a closely related field positions you for EB-2. If you hold a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, document each role carefully so your employer can argue advanced-degree equivalency at the PERM stage.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Search DOL PERM disclosure data to identify companies that have filed labor certifications for Computer Scientist roles specifically. Employers already running PERM cases understand the timeline and are far less likely to stall your petition over unfamiliar process concerns.
Verify your role matches the SOC code
PERM filings for Computer Scientist positions use SOC code 15-1221. Confirm your job duties align with the O*NET definition before your employer drafts the job description, as a mismatch between duties and SOC code is a common PERM denial trigger.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Search Computer Scientist roles with verified green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. The platform filters by EB-2 and EB-3 filings so you can apply directly to employers who have already navigated the PERM process for this occupation.
Negotiate PERM filing timing before accepting an offer
Ask prospective employers when they plan to initiate the PERM process after your start date. Some employers wait 12 months before filing. Clarifying this upfront helps you evaluate offers where country-of-birth backlogs, especially for India and China, make an earlier priority date critical.
Respond quickly to USCIS Requests for Evidence
After PERM certification, USCIS reviews your I-140 petition and may issue a Request for Evidence challenging specialty occupation or degree equivalency for Computer Scientist roles. Work with your employer's attorney to respond within the deadline, as late responses result in automatic denial.
Green Card Computer Scientist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Computer Scientist jobs commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Computer Scientist roles qualify for EB-2 because the position typically requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus substantial specialized experience. Employers sponsoring under EB-3 must still demonstrate the role meets professional or skilled-worker criteria under PERM. Either category results in permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization tied to an employer's annual renewal cycle.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for Computer Scientists?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with a three-year initial period and a lottery selection process. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no renewal requirement once approved. EB-3 has no annual cap on petitions, though visa number availability depends on your country of birth. The PERM process typically adds 12 to 24 months before your I-140 is filed, so earlier is better.
Where can I find Computer Scientist jobs with verified green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate indexes Computer Scientist roles by employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you can filter specifically for green card sponsorship rather than filtering through general job listings and asking employers individually. This is especially useful for narrowing to companies already familiar with the PERM labor certification process for technical research roles.
What does the PERM labor certification require for a Computer Scientist position?
Your employer must post the position, conduct a DOL-prescribed recruitment process, and demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker was available for the role. The job description must accurately reflect the Computer Scientist duties and align with the applicable SOC code. DOL reviews the application and, if approved, issues a certified PERM, which your employer then uses to file the I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How does country of birth affect my green card timeline as a Computer Scientist?
Your country of birth, not citizenship, determines which visa bulletin cutoff date applies to your priority date. Computer Scientists born in India or China face multi-year backlogs in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories because of high demand relative to the per-country annual limit. Nationals from most other countries can often adjust status within one to two years of I-140 approval. Filing your PERM as early as possible in your employment establishes an earlier priority date.