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Curriculum Designer roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification when employers can demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Instructional design, learning management systems proficiency, and advanced-degree credentials strengthen your sponsorship case with U.S. education and corporate training employers.
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Why Work at BYU
At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."
We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.
Belonging Statement
United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.
Employment Requirements
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.
In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Equal Opportunity
Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.
Curriculum Manager
All positions in the Registrar’s office have a primary responsibility to contribute to the mission of BYU and its strategic objectives. The Curriculum Manager leads the development, approval, implementation, publication, and maintenance of curriculum and catalog information across Coursedog, AIM, MyMAP, and related systems. The position supports the University Curriculum Council and academic-unit leaders by translating approved academic decisions into accurate, accessible information that helps students plan their programs and make informed enrollment decisions.
What you'll be doing in this position
Team Leadership & Operational Stewardship
- Provide daily leadership, supervision, and mentoring to student employees, fostering a work environment consistent with BYU values and service expectations.
- Assign, monitor, and evaluate student employee work to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with institutional policies.
- Maintain full proficiency in all assigned processes to serve as the operational expert and resource for student employees.
- Conduct regular performance discussions, provide coaching, and support student employee development.
- Ensure team operations uphold FERPA, university policy, and Registrar’s Office standards.
Training & Development of Student Employees
- Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive training program for student employees, including onboarding, process-specific instruction, and ongoing skill development.
- Create and update training materials, guides, and documentation to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with current policy and system functionality.
- Deliver individual and group training sessions to reinforce correct procedures and address performance gaps.
- Coordinate with Associate Registrars to ensure training content reflects current workflows, system updates, and policy changes.
Quality Assurance, Reporting & Communication
- Develop and administer a quality assurance program that measures workload volume, processing accuracy, response times, and compliance with established standards.
- Conduct routine audits of student employee work, document findings, and initiate corrective actions as needed.
- Use tools such as Excel and Tableau to track, analyze, and report operational data, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
- Prepare regular reports for Registrar leadership summarizing team performance, emerging issues, accuracy concerns, and resource needs.
- Communicate process changes, policy updates, and system modifications to student employees and ensure consistent implementation.
Process Improvement & Resource Evaluation
- Review existing workflows to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities to enhance accuracy, speed, and service quality.
- Develop proposals for process modifications, policy adjustments, or additional resources (staffing, technology, training tools) that support improved operations.
- Collaborate with Associate Registrars and Enrollment Services partners to test, validate, and implement approved process improvements.
- Participate in cross-functional initiatives that support broader Registrar’s Office and Enrollment Services goals.
Other Responsibilities as Assigned
- Support office-wide initiatives, peak-period operations, and special projects.
- Serve on committees or working groups as assigned.
- Engage in professional development to remain current on best practices in higher education operations, student services, and process management.
What qualifies you for this role
Minimum education/experience required: Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience OR 6 years of related experience
Preferred: Bachelor's degree and 4 years of related higher education or management experience
Skills, abilities, knowledge, licenses, certifications:
Required
- Leadership & Team Development: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop student employees; fosters accountability, teamwork, and alignment with BYU’s mission and values.
- Process Improvement & Analytical Thinking: Ability to evaluate workflows, identify inefficiencies, and propose data-driven improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
- Alignment with Institutional Mission & Priorities: Ability to understand and support the goals of the Registrar’s Office, Enrollment Services, and the university; ensures decisions and actions reflect institutional values and strategic objectives.
- Technology & Systems Proficiency: Ability to learn and use student information systems, workflow tools, and data platforms (e.g., Excel, Tableau) to support operations, reporting, and quality assurance.
- Collaboration & Relationship Building: Strong ability to work effectively with Associate Registrars, campus partners, and student employees; builds trust and maintains positive working relationships.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complex information clearly, professionally, and with appropriate sensitivity.
- Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
- Organizational & Project Management Skills: Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage competing deadlines, and deliver projects that align with organizational strategies and goals.
- Initiative & Adaptability: Demonstrates resourcefulness, willingness to take initiative, and ability to adapt to evolving policies, technologies, and operational needs.
- Issue Identification & Reporting: Ability to clearly identify, document, and communicate operational issues, risks, and impacts to leadership.
Preferred
- Knowledge of university and Registrar policies and procedures and student information systems
- Knowledge of Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations
- Competency in Crucial Conversations
- Competency in Enrollment Services Agile project management skills
- Knowledge of specific Registrar service area
What we offer in return:
This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:
- 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
- Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
- Access to athletic facilities
- Excellent medical/dental benefits
- Short/long-term disability benefits
- Paid parental and maternity leave
- Wellness Program
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
Pay Grade: 52
Typical Starting Pay: $65,500-$84,500
The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Curriculum Designer
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
A master's degree in instructional design, education technology, or a related field positions you for EB-2 classification. If your degree is foreign, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before employers begin the PERM filing.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Corporate learning and development teams at large healthcare networks, universities, and technology companies file PERM applications far more consistently than small training firms. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to identify which employers have sponsored Curriculum Designer roles before.
Find green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Curriculum Designer jobs by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to roles where PERM is never on the table. Search by role and location to surface only verified sponsoring employers.
Document your instructional design portfolio for PERM
During PERM recruitment, your employer must show the role requires a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's. Portfolio evidence linking your curriculum work to specialized instructional theory helps justify the job requirements DOL will scrutinize.
Negotiate PERM initiation timing before accepting an offer
Ask directly whether the employer will begin PERM within your first year of employment. Some companies wait until after a performance review cycle, which can delay your green card timeline by 12 months or more before DOL processing even starts.
Understand how the O*NET classification affects your filing
Curriculum Designer maps to a specific O*NET occupation code that DOL uses to benchmark prevailing wages via OFLC Wage Search. Your employer's job description must match that occupational definition closely, or USCIS may challenge the I-140 petition after PERM is approved.
Green Card Curriculum Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Curriculum Designer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on the position's requirements. EB-2 applies when the role requires a master's degree or its equivalent in instructional design, education technology, or a closely related field. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree. Most corporate learning and development roles are filed under EB-3, while senior instructional design positions at universities or research institutions often qualify for EB-2.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Curriculum Designers?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with an annual cap and lottery for most applicants, while PERM is the first stage of permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 category level for most nationalities. PERM takes longer overall, typically two to four years from filing to a green card, but it leads to lawful permanent residency rather than a status you must renew every few years.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor Curriculum Designers for a green card?
Large healthcare systems, public universities, government contractors, and technology companies with dedicated learning and development functions file PERM applications most consistently. These employers have HR infrastructure familiar with the DOL recruitment requirements. Smaller training firms and staffing agencies rarely sponsor because PERM requires the employer to demonstrate an ongoing, permanent employment need.
Where can I find Curriculum Designer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Curriculum Designer roles at employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that have never filed a PERM. Filtering by role and location surfaces employers who have already navigated the DOL process for similar positions.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for a Curriculum Designer position?
Your employer must conduct a federally mandated recruitment campaign to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. This includes job postings, print advertisements, and internal notices. The job description submitted to DOL must accurately reflect the actual duties and degree requirements. Any mismatch between the PERM description and your actual role can create problems at the I-140 stage with USCIS.