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Director of Student Services roles at U.S. universities and school districts regularly appear on H-1B visa LCA filings, making them a viable path for international professionals with degrees in education administration, counseling, or student affairs. Most positions require a master's degree, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies to H-1B visa petitions.
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Overview:
Student Affairs at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for an Associate Director, Student Counseling and Psychological Services! Reporting to the Executive Director Student Counseling and Health Promotion Wellness Services, this role oversees the day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives of the Student Counseling Psychological Services (SCPS) within Student Affairs. Supervises, manages, and evaluates clinical staff members contributing to the effectiveness of clinical services, training, outreach, and mental health initiatives. Assumes leadership responsibilities in absence of the Executive Director.
Cover letter with resume submission is required. Please combine into one document.
Responsibilities:
- Supervises, manages, and evaluates clinical staff members, including Psychologists, Student Counselors, and Case Managers to ensure the day-to-day operations function effectively and efficiently to deliver mental health resources to Auburn University students. Oversees the performance management process for SCPS clinical service providers. Completes probationary period reviews, performance planning, and performance reviews for SCPS clinical service providers that meet university and Student Affairs deadlines. Conducts supervisee check-ins on a regular basis or as requested by the supervisee throughout the performance year. Engages in regular meetings and completes performance improvement plans for clinical staff members with performance difficulties as needed.
- Maintains a moderate clinical caseload including brief and clinically-indicated longer-term individual and group counseling to Auburn University students for developmental and psychological concerns that meets SCPS's scope of practice policy. Maintains an active caseload that averages at least 25% of total work time spent in direct clinical service delivery over the entire performance year. Adheres to ethical and legal guidelines.
- Documents counseling progress (case notes) and maintains appropriate data utilizing Titanium Schedule. Documents accurately intake and termination reports, which contain appropriately detailed information, and are completed and submitted in a timely fashion and consistent with SCPS Policy and Procedures. Writes letters and completes other documentation (e.g., letters supporting accommodations, medical referrals, letters supporting medical withdrawals, etc.) on behalf of clients and students.
- Provides outreach programming related to counseling center services and mental health information as appropriate, the frequency of which may be affected by more relevant demands of the Associate Director job responsibilities.
- Provides clinical supervision for graduate practicum clinicians and doctoral interns. May clinically supervise unlicensed senior staff clinicians when appropriate. Includes monitoring of supervisee's clinical documentation (intake reports, termination reports, and progress notes). Meets weekly for at least one hour per week of clinical supervision with each supervisee, participates in intern and practicum training meetings, routinely reviews client documentation utilizing Titanium schedule, routinely reviews recordings for graduate practicum clinicians, doctoral interns, and unlicensed senior staff as appropriate.
- Serves as a part of the SCPS leadership team. Assists and provides feedback to other management and leadership to support in their job responsibilities.
- Leads and coordinates the onboarding process for new clinical staff, ensuring a welcoming and supportive transition. Develops and maintains onboarding materials, orients new team members to center policies, procedures, and digital systems, and facilitates initial training in collaboration with relevant leadership. Serves as a point of contact for new staff during their early weeks to support integration into the team culture and workflows. Continuously evaluates and refines onboarding practices to enhance staff preparedness, engagement, and retention.
- Serves as the point person for technology maintenance and innovation within the counseling center, providing leadership in the development, implementation, and oversight of digital systems that support clinical, administrative, and operational functions. Monitors and supports current technology utilized within SCPS (e.g., Titanium, Zen Den, biofeedback equipment, online workshops). Explores opportunities to enhance service delivery, data management, and communication through thoughtful integration of technology. Monitors trends and best practices in digital infrastructure for college counseling centers and assists in developing training and support resources to promote ethical and effective use of digital tools.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
- 7 years of experience as a clinical staff member in a college counseling center with past administrative responsibilities.
- At least 2 years' experience supervising or leading professional level staff.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Licensed Psychologist in the State of Alabama OR
- LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - State Licensure OR
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of counseling practices, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations, code of ethics, and Federal and State laws related to the counseling of individuals.
Why Work at Auburn:
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement: It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.
Pay Range: USD $92,350.00 - USD $166,230.00 /Yr.
Overview:
Student Affairs at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for an Associate Director, Student Counseling and Psychological Services! Reporting to the Executive Director Student Counseling and Health Promotion Wellness Services, this role oversees the day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives of the Student Counseling Psychological Services (SCPS) within Student Affairs. Supervises, manages, and evaluates clinical staff members contributing to the effectiveness of clinical services, training, outreach, and mental health initiatives. Assumes leadership responsibilities in absence of the Executive Director.
Cover letter with resume submission is required. Please combine into one document.
Responsibilities:
- Supervises, manages, and evaluates clinical staff members, including Psychologists, Student Counselors, and Case Managers to ensure the day-to-day operations function effectively and efficiently to deliver mental health resources to Auburn University students. Oversees the performance management process for SCPS clinical service providers. Completes probationary period reviews, performance planning, and performance reviews for SCPS clinical service providers that meet university and Student Affairs deadlines. Conducts supervisee check-ins on a regular basis or as requested by the supervisee throughout the performance year. Engages in regular meetings and completes performance improvement plans for clinical staff members with performance difficulties as needed.
- Maintains a moderate clinical caseload including brief and clinically-indicated longer-term individual and group counseling to Auburn University students for developmental and psychological concerns that meets SCPS's scope of practice policy. Maintains an active caseload that averages at least 25% of total work time spent in direct clinical service delivery over the entire performance year. Adheres to ethical and legal guidelines.
- Documents counseling progress (case notes) and maintains appropriate data utilizing Titanium Schedule. Documents accurately intake and termination reports, which contain appropriately detailed information, and are completed and submitted in a timely fashion and consistent with SCPS Policy and Procedures. Writes letters and completes other documentation (e.g., letters supporting accommodations, medical referrals, letters supporting medical withdrawals, etc.) on behalf of clients and students.
- Provides outreach programming related to counseling center services and mental health information as appropriate, the frequency of which may be affected by more relevant demands of the Associate Director job responsibilities.
- Provides clinical supervision for graduate practicum clinicians and doctoral interns. May clinically supervise unlicensed senior staff clinicians when appropriate. Includes monitoring of supervisee's clinical documentation (intake reports, termination reports, and progress notes). Meets weekly for at least one hour per week of clinical supervision with each supervisee, participates in intern and practicum training meetings, routinely reviews client documentation utilizing Titanium schedule, routinely reviews recordings for graduate practicum clinicians, doctoral interns, and unlicensed senior staff as appropriate.
- Serves as a part of the SCPS leadership team. Assists and provides feedback to other management and leadership to support in their job responsibilities.
- Leads and coordinates the onboarding process for new clinical staff, ensuring a welcoming and supportive transition. Develops and maintains onboarding materials, orients new team members to center policies, procedures, and digital systems, and facilitates initial training in collaboration with relevant leadership. Serves as a point of contact for new staff during their early weeks to support integration into the team culture and workflows. Continuously evaluates and refines onboarding practices to enhance staff preparedness, engagement, and retention.
- Serves as the point person for technology maintenance and innovation within the counseling center, providing leadership in the development, implementation, and oversight of digital systems that support clinical, administrative, and operational functions. Monitors and supports current technology utilized within SCPS (e.g., Titanium, Zen Den, biofeedback equipment, online workshops). Explores opportunities to enhance service delivery, data management, and communication through thoughtful integration of technology. Monitors trends and best practices in digital infrastructure for college counseling centers and assists in developing training and support resources to promote ethical and effective use of digital tools.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
- 7 years of experience as a clinical staff member in a college counseling center with past administrative responsibilities.
- At least 2 years' experience supervising or leading professional level staff.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Licensed Psychologist in the State of Alabama OR
- LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - State Licensure OR
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of counseling practices, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations, code of ethics, and Federal and State laws related to the counseling of individuals.
Why Work at Auburn:
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement: It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Director of Student Services
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct-field degree connection for H-1B approval. A master's in higher education administration, student affairs, or counseling typically qualifies. A general business degree alone can trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts showing curriculum alignment before applying.
Target public universities over private schools
Public universities, community colleges, and K-12 district offices frequently sponsor H-1B workers and file LCAs through DOL annually. Check OFLC Wage Search for recent Director of Student Services LCA filings to identify which institutions have active sponsorship history.
Search verified H-1B employer history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Director of Student Services openings by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history, so you're applying to institutions that have already cleared the DOL and USCIS process for this occupation code.
Clarify cap-exempt status during offer negotiations
Many university and nonprofit employers are cap-exempt under INA Section 214(g)(5), meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery entirely. Confirm this status with HR before accepting an offer so your timeline doesn't depend on the April registration window.
Use O*NET to align your job description language
The O*NET occupation profile for Education Administrators lists the specific duties and knowledge areas USCIS adjudicators reference. Your offer letter and LCA job description should mirror this language to reduce the chance of a specialty occupation RFE.
Request premium processing when start dates are fixed
Academic hiring cycles run on hard timelines, often tied to the fall semester. If your start date is firm, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which gives USCIS a 15-business-day adjudication window rather than the standard several-month timeline.
H-1B Visa Director of Student Services: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Student Services role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as higher education administration, student affairs, counseling, or a closely aligned discipline. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title, so your offer letter should specify the degree requirement explicitly. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more likely to receive an RFE.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for this role most often?
Public universities, community college systems, large K-12 school districts, and accredited nonprofit educational institutions file the most H-1B LCAs for student services leadership positions. Many of these employers qualify as cap-exempt under the INA, meaning they can file outside the annual lottery. Use Migrate Mate to browse Director of Student Services openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B filing history.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for this position and how is it determined?
The prevailing wage is set by DOL based on the occupation's SOC code, the employer's geographic location, and the required experience level. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application certifying they'll pay at or above this wage. You can look up the applicable wage range for your location using the OFLC Wage Search tool before negotiating your offer, though the page you're on already displays live salary data for context.
Can I transfer an existing H-1B to a new Director of Student Services role?
Yes. If you're already on H-1B status, a new employer can file a portability transfer petition while you begin working, as long as your prior petition was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new job must still qualify as a specialty occupation under the same standards. The 60-day grace period after your current role ends also gives you time to secure a transfer without immediately falling out of status.
What documents should I prepare before a prospective employer starts the H-1B filing process?
You'll need your academic transcripts and degree certificates, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., your current I-94 record, any prior immigration approval notices, and a copy of your passport biographical page. For education roles, employers often also request professional licensure or certification documentation if the state requires it for the position. Having these ready shortens the LCA and I-129 preparation timeline significantly.