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Student Services Coordinator roles at U.S. universities and colleges can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file with the Department of Labor before petitioning USCIS, making green card sponsorship a realistic path for foreign professionals in higher education student affairs.
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Job Summary
The Khoury College of Computer Sciences seeks an energetic, self-starter to serve a growing population of graduate students at a dynamic and fast-paced university. The Graduate Student Services Coordinator provides professional support to the Assistant, Associate, or Director of Graduate Student Services in the Khoury College of Computer Sciences.
The position supports graduate program administrative activities, including advising students on academic, curriculum, and registration matters; serving as a liaison between the Graduate School and University offices that handle matters pertaining to graduate students; attending relevant committee meetings; maintaining the graduate student database using Salesforce, Banner, and Navigate; and preparing reports and analyses for the Director of Graduate Student Services, Master of Science Program Directors, and the Graduate Faculty Committee.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Support Graduate School Activities
- Advise a caseload of 300-400 master’s students in computing programs on course selection and planning, registration procedures, and college, campus, and University resources
- Monitor student performance in courses and serve as a liaison among students, faculty, and other offices to support students who are struggling academically or personally
- Organize special projects, including student social gatherings, student town hall meetings, and graduate advising workshops
- Support the implementation of college and University policies and procedures through advising communications to students from enrollment through graduation
- Support the registration process for master’s students and work closely with the Director of Operations to process registration updates and forms
- Provide support to the Assistant, Associate, and/or Directors of Student Services on overall student support strategies and the implementation of new initiatives
Liaison Between the Graduate School and University Offices or Network Campus Administration
- Serve as liaison with the Office of Global Services (OGS) on visa matters, including approval of Form I-20 documentation, visa extensions, Curricular Practical Training (CPT), and Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Serve as liaison with Khoury College co-op coordinators or network career development advisors to verify and approve students for graduate co-op
Graduate Student Services Special Projects
- Coordinate and implement student services projects on campus, which may include teaching assistant hiring, student club support, the apprenticeship program, or student ambassador support
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- Two to three years of experience, preferably in a higher education setting
- Experience using spreadsheets and databases
- Experience working with a diverse student population; approximately 80% of the graduate program population are foreign nationals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Preferred
- Master’s degree
Required Documents
- Resume
Position Type
Student Services
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
106S
Expected Hiring Range:
$53,470.00 - $73,521.25
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
About the Opportunity
Job Summary
The Khoury College of Computer Sciences seeks an energetic, self-starter to serve a growing population of graduate students at a dynamic and fast-paced university. The Graduate Student Services Coordinator provides professional support to the Assistant, Associate, or Director of Graduate Student Services in the Khoury College of Computer Sciences.
The position supports graduate program administrative activities, including advising students on academic, curriculum, and registration matters; serving as a liaison between the Graduate School and University offices that handle matters pertaining to graduate students; attending relevant committee meetings; maintaining the graduate student database using Salesforce, Banner, and Navigate; and preparing reports and analyses for the Director of Graduate Student Services, Master of Science Program Directors, and the Graduate Faculty Committee.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Support Graduate School Activities
- Advise a caseload of 300-400 master’s students in computing programs on course selection and planning, registration procedures, and college, campus, and University resources
- Monitor student performance in courses and serve as a liaison among students, faculty, and other offices to support students who are struggling academically or personally
- Organize special projects, including student social gatherings, student town hall meetings, and graduate advising workshops
- Support the implementation of college and University policies and procedures through advising communications to students from enrollment through graduation
- Support the registration process for master’s students and work closely with the Director of Operations to process registration updates and forms
- Provide support to the Assistant, Associate, and/or Directors of Student Services on overall student support strategies and the implementation of new initiatives
Liaison Between the Graduate School and University Offices or Network Campus Administration
- Serve as liaison with the Office of Global Services (OGS) on visa matters, including approval of Form I-20 documentation, visa extensions, Curricular Practical Training (CPT), and Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Serve as liaison with Khoury College co-op coordinators or network career development advisors to verify and approve students for graduate co-op
Graduate Student Services Special Projects
- Coordinate and implement student services projects on campus, which may include teaching assistant hiring, student club support, the apprenticeship program, or student ambassador support
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- Two to three years of experience, preferably in a higher education setting
- Experience using spreadsheets and databases
- Experience working with a diverse student population; approximately 80% of the graduate program population are foreign nationals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Preferred
- Master’s degree
Required Documents
- Resume
Position Type
Student Services
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
106S
Expected Hiring Range:
$53,470.00 - $73,521.25
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Student Services Coordinator
Document your degree field carefully
PERM requires your degree to align with the posted job duties. Student Services Coordinator roles often specify degrees in education, counseling, or student affairs, so gather official transcripts and translations early to confirm your credentials match what DOL will scrutinize.
Target higher education employers directly
Universities and community colleges sponsor more Student Services Coordinator positions than private employers because they have dedicated HR and legal teams familiar with PERM. Search Migrate Mate to identify institutions with verified green card sponsorship history for this role.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's PERM filing must meet the DOL-determined prevailing wage for Student Services Coordinator roles in that metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target city before negotiations so you know the floor DOL will require your employer to certify.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 distinction for your credentials
If your offer requires only a bachelor's degree and two years of experience, your employer will likely file under EB-3. A master's degree in counseling or higher education administration can open the EB-2 path, which may carry a shorter priority-date backlog depending on your country of birth.
Ask about I-140 approval before the 180-day mark
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more and your original I-140 is approved, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in a similar occupation without losing your priority date. Confirm your employer intends to see the case through before that window closes.
Review the O*NET profile for your job description
DOL auditors compare PERM job requirements against the O*NET occupation profile for Student Services Coordinators. If your employer's job posting adds requirements that go beyond the O*NET standard, it can trigger a PERM audit or denial, so flag unusual requirements before the recruitment phase begins.
Green Card Student Services Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Student Services Coordinator roles commonly qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes, particularly at colleges, universities, and nonprofit educational organizations. These employers regularly file PERM labor certifications for Student Services Coordinators under EB-3 for bachelor's-level candidates or EB-2 for those with a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials. Private K-12 schools and EdTech companies also sponsor this role, though less frequently than four-year institutions.
How is the EB-2 or EB-3 green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery, while EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct supervised recruitment, obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, before filing an I-140 with USCIS. Priority-date backlogs mean the total timeline varies significantly by your country of birth.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for Student Services Coordinator positions?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history for student affairs roles. Focus on larger universities and community college districts, which have institutional experience with PERM and are more likely to have HR teams equipped to manage the multi-step DOL and USCIS filing process on your behalf.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. Your priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140, but only after the original I-140 was approved. Changing jobs before those conditions are met generally requires starting PERM over from scratch.
Can a Student Services Coordinator role qualify for EB-2 rather than EB-3?
It can, if the position genuinely requires an advanced degree, such as a master's in higher education administration, counseling, or a related field. If the job description only requires a bachelor's degree plus two years of experience, DOL will expect an EB-3 filing. Your employer's attorney drafts the job requirements, so it's worth confirming the degree requirement is accurate and defensible before PERM recruitment begins.