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USC Market Title Community Outreach Specialist
Business Title (Internal Title) Network Community Outreach Specialist
Campus School of Medicine Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division School of Medicine Columbia
Department SOMC Food Share
Anticipated Hiring Range $48,726 - $70,653
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
* Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Other
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement Yes
State Insurance Programs Yes
Annual Leave Yes
Sick Leave Yes
Advertised Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Program Manager, sustains and provides technical assistance to FoodShare’s statewide network. Contributes to the development of the program infrastructure and provides training and technical assistance to FoodShare hubs across the state, especially in rural areas. Supports new hub recruitment, identification and mobilization. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Proven networking, community engagement, relationship-building, and/or partnership development experience.
- A demonstrated commitment to food justice and/or community development.
- Strong ability to manage time and priorities while working efficiently, accurately, and under general supervision.
- Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Represents FoodShare SC at county-level coalitions, promoting the Fresh Food Box for food access needs. Develops relationships with community-based organizations (CBOs) to identify new hubs and build support for new hub operators. Onboards new hubs in compliance readiness requirements.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40
Job Duty
Provides ongoing training and support to current member FoodShare hubs throughout the state by organizing learning collaboratives, workshops, and funding support. Provides individualized support to hubs via Zoom, phone, and email. Additionally, travels to existing member hubs for training and networking.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40
Job Duty
Maintains relationships with existing vendors, benefiting the entire network, and builds new vendor relationships as needed to increase the Fresh Food Box program efficiency.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Assist the Richland County hub with packing and distribution days and with other tasks as needed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 09/01/2026
Position End Date 08/31/2027
Job Open Date 08/03/2026
Job Close Date 09/17/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by September 17, 2026.
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Posting Number RTF00178PO26
USC Market Title Community Outreach Specialist
Business Title (Internal Title) Network Community Outreach Specialist
Campus School of Medicine Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division School of Medicine Columbia
Department SOMC Food Share
Anticipated Hiring Range $48,726 - $70,653
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
* Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Other
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement Yes
State Insurance Programs Yes
Annual Leave Yes
Sick Leave Yes
Advertised Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Program Manager, sustains and provides technical assistance to FoodShare’s statewide network. Contributes to the development of the program infrastructure and provides training and technical assistance to FoodShare hubs across the state, especially in rural areas. Supports new hub recruitment, identification and mobilization. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Proven networking, community engagement, relationship-building, and/or partnership development experience.
- A demonstrated commitment to food justice and/or community development.
- Strong ability to manage time and priorities while working efficiently, accurately, and under general supervision.
- Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Represents FoodShare SC at county-level coalitions, promoting the Fresh Food Box for food access needs. Develops relationships with community-based organizations (CBOs) to identify new hubs and build support for new hub operators. Onboards new hubs in compliance readiness requirements.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40
Job Duty
Provides ongoing training and support to current member FoodShare hubs throughout the state by organizing learning collaboratives, workshops, and funding support. Provides individualized support to hubs via Zoom, phone, and email. Additionally, travels to existing member hubs for training and networking.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40
Job Duty
Maintains relationships with existing vendors, benefiting the entire network, and builds new vendor relationships as needed to increase the Fresh Food Box program efficiency.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Assist the Richland County hub with packing and distribution days and with other tasks as needed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 09/01/2026
Position End Date 08/31/2027
Job Open Date 08/03/2026
Job Close Date 09/17/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by September 17, 2026.
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Community Outreach Specialist
Match your degree to the role
H-1B eligibility requires your degree field to directly correspond to the Community Outreach Specialist duties. A public health, social work, or communications degree strengthens your petition. A business degree alone may draw a specialty occupation challenge from USCIS.
Target federally funded outreach employers
Healthcare systems, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofits with HHS or CDC grants sponsor H-1B workers more consistently than purely private organizations. Their compliance infrastructure and existing immigration counsel make sponsorship decisions faster and more predictable.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Community Outreach Specialist openings by employers with confirmed LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This removes guesswork about which organizations have actually sponsored H-1B workers in this occupation category before.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job level. Look up the applicable wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you know the floor the LCA must certify.
Register during the lottery window each March
H-1B cap registrations open in early March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your employer files your registration before the window closes. Missing it means waiting a full year for the next cap cycle.
Document program outcomes and population served
USCIS occasionally issues Requests for Evidence questioning whether outreach roles meet specialty occupation standards. Build a file showing the complexity of your work, the populations requiring culturally specific expertise, and how your degree directly informed program design.
H-1B Visa Community Outreach Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Community Outreach Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Outreach roles tied to public health program management, grant compliance, or clinical community liaison work are stronger candidates than broadly defined coordinator positions. Your employer's job description and how it justifies degree requirements in the I-129 petition is what USCIS scrutinizes.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Community Outreach Specialists?
Healthcare networks, federally qualified health centers, large nonprofits with federal funding, and public universities tend to sponsor most consistently. These organizations already have immigration counsel on retainer and established LCA filing processes. You can browse Community Outreach Specialist openings from verified H-1B sponsors directly on Migrate Mate, filtered by employers with confirmed filing history in this occupation category.
What happens to my H-1B status if my outreach program loses its grant funding?
If your employer terminates your position, you enter a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart. Your employer is also required to pay your return transportation costs. Acting quickly matters because you can't work during the grace period. Filing an H-1B transfer with a new employer before your current authorization ends preserves your status without restarting the cap process.
Can I use my O*NET occupation code to strengthen an H-1B petition for this role?
Yes. The O*NET profile for Community Outreach and Health Educators documents the knowledge domains, tasks, and typical education levels for these roles. Employers and immigration attorneys use this data to support specialty occupation arguments in the I-129 filing. Roles that align closely with O*NET's education and skill descriptors are harder for USCIS to challenge on specialty occupation grounds.
Does my employer need to be E-Verify enrolled to sponsor my H-1B?
E-Verify enrollment isn't a universal H-1B requirement, but it is mandatory for federal contractors and for employers sponsoring STEM OPT students. If your role transitions from STEM OPT to H-1B, your employer must maintain E-Verify enrollment throughout. Some states also have independent E-Verify mandates for certain employer categories, so confirm your employer's status before relying on that pathway.