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Director of Administration green card sponsorship follows the PERM labor certification route, where your employer documents the prevailing wage, runs a formal recruitment test, and files an I-140 petition with USCIS. EB-2 applies if your role requires an advanced degree or equivalent; EB-3 covers bachelor's-level professionals and experienced skilled workers.
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Get Access To All JobsTemple University's College of Public Health is searching for an Assistant Director of Administration!
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
- A hybrid work schedule
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
- A generous retirement plan and so much more!
SALARY RANGE: $62,000 to $67,000 annually
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.
Position Summary:
The Assistant Director of Administration for the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders in the College of Public Health serves as a key partner to the Department Chair in advancing the department's administrative, operational, financial, and academic priorities. This position provides oversight of day-to-day departmental operations, including budget management, course scheduling, faculty/staff hiring and onboarding, and administrative processes that support the department's teaching, research, and service missions. The Assistant Director collaborates closely with faculty, staff, students, alumni, Deans Office, and central University partners to address complex issues, facilitate effective communication, ensure timely follow-up, and promote efficient, customer-focused operations that support departmental and institutional goals. The Assistant Director supervises the Department Coordinator and Student Services Coordinator. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree and at least four years of directly related experience providing administrative support to senior management/executive administration. Must have experience managing departmental budgets.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Experience supervising full-time employees.
- Experience with academic and financial administration.
- Experience supporting a department head.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse constituent population.
- Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office software.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills, along with the ability to make sound business decisions.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, along with the ability to prioritize, work well and focus on simultaneous completion of multiple tasks in a fast-paced work setting.
- Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and tact.
- Demonstrated supervisory skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with university programs such as Cognos and Exxat.
- Experience supporting a Chair or faculty/staff in an academic department.
Essential duties:
Department Administration & Operations
- Oversee administrative operations for the department
- Track projects and due dates for the Chair and the department (i.e. accreditation coordination, advisory board planning, application processes for externships and undergraduate volunteers)
- Oversee coordination of meeting scheduling, seminars, meeting agendas and meeting minutes
- Supervise Department Coordinator with assisting faculty, visitors and other parties to make travel arrangements as needed
- Participate in the development of departmental policies and procedures
Finance & Budgeting
- Ensure accurate budgeting
- Supervise purchasing and reconciliation of department expenses
Course Scheduling & Student Support
- Responsible for course scheduling in collaboration with the Chair, Program Directors, and CPH Academic Affairs office
- Serve as back up for onboarding clinical students including getting them set up in systems and monitoring clearances
Supervision & Human Resources
- Supervise department staff, including timekeeping, purchasing, facilities requests, and adjunct hiring
- Manage onboarding and offboarding employees
- Work with Program Directors to coordinate adjunct hiring spreadsheets, summer pay, and overloads, and oversees processing with HR
- Coordinate and participate in college-wide and department events
- Prepare and format formal correspondence, presentations and reports, on behalf of the department
Communications, Marketing & Recruitment
- Oversee department’s website and social media presence in collaboration with the CPH Marketing and Communications department
- Performs other related duties as assigned
This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900.
Temple University's College of Public Health is searching for an Assistant Director of Administration!
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
- A hybrid work schedule
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
- A generous retirement plan and so much more!
SALARY RANGE: $62,000 to $67,000 annually
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.
Position Summary:
The Assistant Director of Administration for the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders in the College of Public Health serves as a key partner to the Department Chair in advancing the department's administrative, operational, financial, and academic priorities. This position provides oversight of day-to-day departmental operations, including budget management, course scheduling, faculty/staff hiring and onboarding, and administrative processes that support the department's teaching, research, and service missions. The Assistant Director collaborates closely with faculty, staff, students, alumni, Deans Office, and central University partners to address complex issues, facilitate effective communication, ensure timely follow-up, and promote efficient, customer-focused operations that support departmental and institutional goals. The Assistant Director supervises the Department Coordinator and Student Services Coordinator. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree and at least four years of directly related experience providing administrative support to senior management/executive administration. Must have experience managing departmental budgets.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Experience supervising full-time employees.
- Experience with academic and financial administration.
- Experience supporting a department head.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse constituent population.
- Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office software.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills, along with the ability to make sound business decisions.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, along with the ability to prioritize, work well and focus on simultaneous completion of multiple tasks in a fast-paced work setting.
- Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and tact.
- Demonstrated supervisory skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with university programs such as Cognos and Exxat.
- Experience supporting a Chair or faculty/staff in an academic department.
Essential duties:
Department Administration & Operations
- Oversee administrative operations for the department
- Track projects and due dates for the Chair and the department (i.e. accreditation coordination, advisory board planning, application processes for externships and undergraduate volunteers)
- Oversee coordination of meeting scheduling, seminars, meeting agendas and meeting minutes
- Supervise Department Coordinator with assisting faculty, visitors and other parties to make travel arrangements as needed
- Participate in the development of departmental policies and procedures
Finance & Budgeting
- Ensure accurate budgeting
- Supervise purchasing and reconciliation of department expenses
Course Scheduling & Student Support
- Responsible for course scheduling in collaboration with the Chair, Program Directors, and CPH Academic Affairs office
- Serve as back up for onboarding clinical students including getting them set up in systems and monitoring clearances
Supervision & Human Resources
- Supervise department staff, including timekeeping, purchasing, facilities requests, and adjunct hiring
- Manage onboarding and offboarding employees
- Work with Program Directors to coordinate adjunct hiring spreadsheets, summer pay, and overloads, and oversees processing with HR
- Coordinate and participate in college-wide and department events
- Prepare and format formal correspondence, presentations and reports, on behalf of the department
Communications, Marketing & Recruitment
- Oversee department’s website and social media presence in collaboration with the CPH Marketing and Communications department
- Performs other related duties as assigned
This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Director of Administration
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
If your Director of Administration role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive administrative leadership experience, document that progression clearly. USCIS scrutinizes whether the position itself, not just your background, genuinely warrants an advanced-degree standard.
Research prevailing wages before negotiating offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for administrative director roles in your target metro area. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that figure for PERM to clear DOL, so knowing the floor before you negotiate prevents offer-stage complications.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate by role
Search Migrate Mate by occupation to surface employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Director of Administration positions. Targeting companies that have already completed the PERM and I-140 process for this role shortens your research cycle significantly.
Anticipate the PERM recruitment audit window
Your employer must run a formal recruitment test, including job postings and documented candidate review, before filing PERM with DOL. Understand that this process typically takes several months, and start conversations with prospective employers early enough to accommodate that timeline.
Check your O*NET occupation code before applying
The O*NET profile for administrative services and operations management roles defines the standard duties and education requirements PERM filings reference. Confirm your actual job duties align with that profile; mismatches between your offer letter and the O*NET description can trigger a DOL audit.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date becomes portable. If you switch employers after your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more in a same or similar occupation, AC21 job portability lets you retain that date rather than restarting the PERM process from scratch.
Green Card Director of Administration: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card category applies to Director of Administration roles?
Most Director of Administration positions qualify under EB-2, which covers roles requiring an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in administrative leadership. If the position requires a standard bachelor's degree without that advanced-degree threshold, EB-3 professional classification applies. Your employer's immigration counsel will confirm which category fits the specific job requirements.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process involves PERM labor certification filed with DOL, an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and then adjustment of status or consular processing. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but employment-based green cards carry per-country numerical limits, meaning nationals from high-demand countries can face significant priority-date backlogs before their I-485 can be filed.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for an administrative director?
Search Migrate Mate by job title to identify employers with a documented history of sponsoring green cards for Director of Administration and similar operations roles. Targeting organizations that have already navigated PERM for this occupation increases your chances of finding a sponsor ready to commit to the multi-year process rather than one encountering it for the first time.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conduct a formal recruitment test, posting the position through required channels and documenting that no qualified U.S. workers were displaced. The employer files the ETA Form 9089 with DOL. Audit rates for professional roles are significant, so thorough documentation throughout the recruitment phase is essential before the I-140 petition can follow.
Can I switch employers while my green card application is in progress?
Yes, under two distinct rules. Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, the priority date can be carried over to a new employer's I-140 petition, so you don't lose your place in line. Separately, once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 job portability allows you to change to a same or similar occupation without jeopardizing the pending application, provided USCIS is notified properly.