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Transition Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL, confirming no qualified U.S. workers are available. Consulting firms, financial institutions, and large enterprises regularly sponsor foreign project and change management professionals for permanent residency.
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**** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawaii may apply for Casual Hire appointments, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits provided to regular Board of Regents or Civil Service employees. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: (Casual Hire) First Year Experience/13th Year – Transition Support Specialist
Position Number: * Casual Hire
Hiring Unit: Hawaii Community College - Palamanui
Location: Kailua-Kona, HI
Date Posted: September 11, 2026
Closing Date: September 13, 2026
Salary: $32.54/hour
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent:** Temporary
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Develop and maintain a strong referral network with local high schools, community-based organizations, and public and private social service agencies to identify and support first-time college students.
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Oversee the program application process, including committee review, scoring, and ranking of student referrals and application forms, ensuring fairness and transparency throughout.
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Coordinate success activities that align with and enhance the first-year experience (FYE) initiatives, providing additional support and resources as needed to ensure student success.
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Collaborate with the Financial Aid Office to facilitate scholarship awards and assist students in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and accessing other financial aid opportunities.
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Foster supportive relationships with students by organizing and participating in coordinated events and activities designed to promote engagement and retention.
-
Provide insights and recommendations to the Student Services team based on lessons learned and identified areas for improvement, contributing to the ongoing enhancement of program effectiveness and alignment with established objectives.
-
Recruit, hire, and supervise peer mentors to provide additional support and guidance to first-time college students, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among participants.
-
Develop, collect, and maintain student, service, and program data for program assessments, reporting, and continuous improvement effort.
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Engage with potential and existing donors to cultivate relationships, secure funding, and promote the continued growth and sustainability of the First Year Experience/13th Year Programs.
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Assignments may include evening and weekend work; and travel between Hilo, West Hawai'i, and other off-site locations.
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Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Communications, or related field and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for post-secondary student services and/or academic advising; or equivalent education/training or experience.
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Or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated.
Desirable Qualifications:
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Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the developmental needs of first-year students and how to facilitate first year students' success.
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Knowledge of barriers to college-going ambition entry and success.
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Ability to establish and maintain relationships within networks of local high school counselors, community-based organization leaders, and public and private social service agency professionals.
-
Ability to develop and work in a team environment.
-
Delivering content in classes and other formats concerning academic skills and success in a manner which is meaningful to nontraditional college students.
-
Knowledge of policies and procedures of the higher education system: Knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures of student admissions, registration, records management, financial aid and other student support services.
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Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
Application Submission:
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A Copy of your academic transcript(s) appropriate to the position are required to be attached in order to verify all courses completed and/or degree conferred (unofficial transcripts are acceptable; copies of diplomas will NOT be accepted). Official transcripts are required at the time of hire. Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA will be required before date of hire. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.
-
Statement outlining how you meet minimum (and desirable, if applicable) qualification.
-
Names and contact information of three (3) references familiar with your job performance.
-
Resume.
Letters of recommendation are welcome. Applications lacking copies of academic transcript(s) will be reviewed based on work experience equivalency to meet minimum qualifications (MQs). All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. The application will be considered incomplete if material is unreadable. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last application received will be considered.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: 808-934-2525
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Description
**** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawaii may apply for Casual Hire appointments, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits provided to regular Board of Regents or Civil Service employees. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: (Casual Hire) First Year Experience/13th Year – Transition Support Specialist
Position Number: * Casual Hire
Hiring Unit: Hawaii Community College - Palamanui
Location: Kailua-Kona, HI
Date Posted: September 11, 2026
Closing Date: September 13, 2026
Salary: $32.54/hour
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent:** Temporary
Duties & Responsibilities:
-
Develop and maintain a strong referral network with local high schools, community-based organizations, and public and private social service agencies to identify and support first-time college students.
-
Oversee the program application process, including committee review, scoring, and ranking of student referrals and application forms, ensuring fairness and transparency throughout.
-
Coordinate success activities that align with and enhance the first-year experience (FYE) initiatives, providing additional support and resources as needed to ensure student success.
-
Collaborate with the Financial Aid Office to facilitate scholarship awards and assist students in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and accessing other financial aid opportunities.
-
Foster supportive relationships with students by organizing and participating in coordinated events and activities designed to promote engagement and retention.
-
Provide insights and recommendations to the Student Services team based on lessons learned and identified areas for improvement, contributing to the ongoing enhancement of program effectiveness and alignment with established objectives.
-
Recruit, hire, and supervise peer mentors to provide additional support and guidance to first-time college students, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among participants.
-
Develop, collect, and maintain student, service, and program data for program assessments, reporting, and continuous improvement effort.
-
Engage with potential and existing donors to cultivate relationships, secure funding, and promote the continued growth and sustainability of the First Year Experience/13th Year Programs.
-
Assignments may include evening and weekend work; and travel between Hilo, West Hawai'i, and other off-site locations.
-
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
-
Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Communications, or related field and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for post-secondary student services and/or academic advising; or equivalent education/training or experience.
-
Or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated.
Desirable Qualifications:
-
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the developmental needs of first-year students and how to facilitate first year students' success.
-
Knowledge of barriers to college-going ambition entry and success.
-
Ability to establish and maintain relationships within networks of local high school counselors, community-based organization leaders, and public and private social service agency professionals.
-
Ability to develop and work in a team environment.
-
Delivering content in classes and other formats concerning academic skills and success in a manner which is meaningful to nontraditional college students.
-
Knowledge of policies and procedures of the higher education system: Knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures of student admissions, registration, records management, financial aid and other student support services.
-
Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
Application Submission:
-
A Copy of your academic transcript(s) appropriate to the position are required to be attached in order to verify all courses completed and/or degree conferred (unofficial transcripts are acceptable; copies of diplomas will NOT be accepted). Official transcripts are required at the time of hire. Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA will be required before date of hire. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.
-
Statement outlining how you meet minimum (and desirable, if applicable) qualification.
-
Names and contact information of three (3) references familiar with your job performance.
-
Resume.
Letters of recommendation are welcome. Applications lacking copies of academic transcript(s) will be reviewed based on work experience equivalency to meet minimum qualifications (MQs). All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. The application will be considered incomplete if material is unreadable. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last application received will be considered.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: 808-934-2525
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Transition Manager
Document your change management credentials early
Gather PMP, Prosci, or CCMP certifications alongside degree transcripts before applying. PERM requires your employer to prove your qualifications match the job description exactly, so credential gaps discovered late can delay or derail the labor certification.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have filed PERM applications for Transition Manager or related project management roles. Firms with a documented sponsorship track record are far more likely to extend green card support than those encountering the process for the first time.
Search Migrate Mate for sponsoring Transition Manager roles
Filter by green card sponsorship to surface Transition Manager openings at employers already prepared to file PERM. Migrate Mate aggregates roles by sponsorship history, cutting the time you spend vetting individual companies before applying.
Clarify SOC code classification before accepting an offer
Transition Manager duties can map to multiple Standard Occupational Classification codes, which affects the PERM prevailing wage tier. Ask your prospective employer which SOC code they plan to use and verify the corresponding wage level in the OFLC Wage Search before signing.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer letter
Request that your employer commit to initiating the PERM process within a defined timeframe, not just at some future point. Without this, many foreign professionals find green card sponsorship deprioritized once they are fully onboarded and no longer a recruitment priority.
Use O*NET to align your resume to PERM requirements
Review the O*NET occupation profile for Transition Manager adjacent titles to identify the specific tasks and skills DOL auditors expect. Matching your resume language to these definitions strengthens the PERM audit defense if DOL questions your employer's minimum requirements.
Green Card Transition Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Transition Manager roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the role's requirements. EB-2 covers Transition Manager positions where the employer can justify an advanced degree as a minimum requirement, typically senior or director-level roles. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree and is the more common sponsorship path for mid-level Transition Managers at consulting firms and large enterprises.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Transition Managers?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery cap, while employment-based green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no lottery. The PERM process is longer, often running 18 to 36 months from labor certification to I-485 approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. For EB-3, there is no annual numerical cap concern for many countries outside of India and China.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Transition Manager role?
Your employer files an ETA Form 9089 with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. DOL reviews the filing and, if certified, your employer proceeds to file an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The entire sequence from PERM filing to green card approval typically takes two to four years for most nationalities.
Where can I find Transition Manager jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Transition Manager roles where employers have a documented history of PERM and green card sponsorship. Most general job boards don't filter by sponsorship type, so you can spend significant time applying to employers who have no intention of sponsoring permanent residency, even if they sponsor H-1B visas.
Can a Transition Manager self-petition for a green card without employer sponsorship?
Self-petition is possible through the EB-2 National Interest Waiver, or NIW, which waives the PERM labor certification requirement. To qualify, you'd need to demonstrate that your work in organizational change management or large-scale transition programs benefits the United States at a national level. NIW approval for Transition Manager roles is uncommon unless you have a strong record of policy impact or published research in the field.