OPT Student Success Coordinator Jobs
Student Success Coordinator roles sit squarely within the education services field, which qualifies for OPT work authorization under most STEM-adjacent and humanities degree programs. These positions involve advising, program coordination, and student engagement work that directly applies skills from degrees in education, counseling, psychology, and higher education administration.
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Position Summary
The Associate Director of Academic Operations & Student Success serves as a key member of the School of Business leadership team and supports the operational, academic, assessment, and student-success functions of the School. The individual works closely with the Executive Director to ensure excellence in academic delivery, student support, accreditation readiness, faculty engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The position combines administrative leadership with instructional responsibilities and plays a central role in supporting the School's growth strategy.
Responsibilities
Academic Operations:
- Support day-to-day academic operations of the School of Business.
- Coordinate course scheduling and instructional planning.
- Assist with faculty and adjunct onboarding.
- Monitor course coverage and faculty assignments.
- Support graduate program implementation and launch activities.
- Coordinate academic policy implementation and student issue resolution.
Student Success & Advising:
- Coordinate advising support efforts.
- Monitor student progression and retention indicators.
- Assist with transfer credit evaluations and degree planning.
- Support student appeals and academic review processes.
- Coordinate orientation and onboarding initiatives.
- Develop and manage student engagement initiatives.
Assessment & Accreditation:
- Support implementation of assessment plans.
- Coordinate collection of assessment artifacts and data.
- Maintain assessment calendars and reporting timelines.
- Help prepare materials related to IACBE accreditation.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts.
Digital Learning & Canvas Quality:
- Partner with Institute for Teaching Innovation (ITI) and faculty to develop and maintain schoolwide Canvas standards.
- Create and manage standardized course templates.
- Review course shells for consistency, accessibility, and quality.
- Support faculty in implementation of instructional technologies.
- Ensure alignment between course outcomes, assignments, assessments, and accreditation expectations.
- Lead ongoing efforts to improve the digital student experience.
Experiential Learning & Employer Partnerships:
- Support internship and experiential learning initiatives.
- Assist with coordination of employer engagement activities.
- Help facilitate advisory board initiatives.
- Assist in identifying consulting projects and employer-sponsored experiences.
- Coordinate student participation in experiential learning opportunities.
Communications & Outreach:
- Support communications initiatives and student storytelling.
- Assist with School events and recruitment activities.
- Coordinate student ambassador and social media engagement efforts.
- Contribute to marketing and enrollment-support initiatives.
Teaching Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses based on qualifications and School needs.
- Participate in curriculum development and course revision efforts.
- Support and initiate innovative instructional approaches and experiential learning initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business, Management, Education, or related field (doctorate preferred).
- Experience teaching or in higher education administration, student success, academic operations, learning and development, or instructional design.
- Demonstrated experience with Canvas or other LMS platforms.
- Knowledge of accreditation and assessment processes preferred.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, employers, and external partners.
Work Remotely - No
Work Location: Buffalo, NY
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Pay: $75,000 - $95,000 Annually
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
About D'Youville University:
Shaping the Future of Education at D'Youville University
D’Youville University, a nationally ranked private university in Buffalo, New York, is transforming lives through a unique blend of academics and holistic development. Committed to promoting a health mind, body, and spirit, D’Youville empowers individuals to realize their potential, thrive in their careers, and make meaningful contributions to society.
A Dynamic and Purpose-Driven Community
Located on Buffalo’s vibrant West Side, just blocks from a bustling downtown, D’Youville University is deeply embedded in an energetic, diverse urban landscape. Under the visionary leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, the university is undergoing an exciting evolution, with innovative initiatives designed to meet societal needs, elevate student experiences, expand career readiness, and solidify our role as a leader in 21st-century education.
A Place for Growth and Innovation
D’Youville University offers education across health sciences and business, with a range of degree levels, advanced certificates, accelerated paths, and community-engaged learning experiences. Our dedication to preparing students for successful careers is showcased in our national ranking for social mobility making us the top private university in the City of Buffalo.
Why Work with Us?
As a D’Youville University Saint, you’ll be joining a collaborative, innovation-driven community committed to academic excellence, social responsibility, and transformative growth. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a university making a real difference—for our students, our community, and our world. Explore the possibilities at dyu.edu.
All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to work in New York State as determined by the NYS Department of Labor.
Associate Director of Academic Operations & Student Success
Position Summary
The Associate Director of Academic Operations & Student Success serves as a key member of the School of Business leadership team and supports the operational, academic, assessment, and student-success functions of the School. The individual works closely with the Executive Director to ensure excellence in academic delivery, student support, accreditation readiness, faculty engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The position combines administrative leadership with instructional responsibilities and plays a central role in supporting the School's growth strategy.
Responsibilities
Academic Operations:
- Support day-to-day academic operations of the School of Business.
- Coordinate course scheduling and instructional planning.
- Assist with faculty and adjunct onboarding.
- Monitor course coverage and faculty assignments.
- Support graduate program implementation and launch activities.
- Coordinate academic policy implementation and student issue resolution.
Student Success & Advising:
- Coordinate advising support efforts.
- Monitor student progression and retention indicators.
- Assist with transfer credit evaluations and degree planning.
- Support student appeals and academic review processes.
- Coordinate orientation and onboarding initiatives.
- Develop and manage student engagement initiatives.
Assessment & Accreditation:
- Support implementation of assessment plans.
- Coordinate collection of assessment artifacts and data.
- Maintain assessment calendars and reporting timelines.
- Help prepare materials related to IACBE accreditation.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts.
Digital Learning & Canvas Quality:
- Partner with Institute for Teaching Innovation (ITI) and faculty to develop and maintain schoolwide Canvas standards.
- Create and manage standardized course templates.
- Review course shells for consistency, accessibility, and quality.
- Support faculty in implementation of instructional technologies.
- Ensure alignment between course outcomes, assignments, assessments, and accreditation expectations.
- Lead ongoing efforts to improve the digital student experience.
Experiential Learning & Employer Partnerships:
- Support internship and experiential learning initiatives.
- Assist with coordination of employer engagement activities.
- Help facilitate advisory board initiatives.
- Assist in identifying consulting projects and employer-sponsored experiences.
- Coordinate student participation in experiential learning opportunities.
Communications & Outreach:
- Support communications initiatives and student storytelling.
- Assist with School events and recruitment activities.
- Coordinate student ambassador and social media engagement efforts.
- Contribute to marketing and enrollment-support initiatives.
Teaching Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses based on qualifications and School needs.
- Participate in curriculum development and course revision efforts.
- Support and initiate innovative instructional approaches and experiential learning initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business, Management, Education, or related field (doctorate preferred).
- Experience teaching or in higher education administration, student success, academic operations, learning and development, or instructional design.
- Demonstrated experience with Canvas or other LMS platforms.
- Knowledge of accreditation and assessment processes preferred.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, employers, and external partners.
Work Remotely - No
Work Location: Buffalo, NY
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Pay: $75,000 - $95,000 Annually
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
About D'Youville University:
Shaping the Future of Education at D'Youville University
D’Youville University, a nationally ranked private university in Buffalo, New York, is transforming lives through a unique blend of academics and holistic development. Committed to promoting a health mind, body, and spirit, D’Youville empowers individuals to realize their potential, thrive in their careers, and make meaningful contributions to society.
A Dynamic and Purpose-Driven Community
Located on Buffalo’s vibrant West Side, just blocks from a bustling downtown, D’Youville University is deeply embedded in an energetic, diverse urban landscape. Under the visionary leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, the university is undergoing an exciting evolution, with innovative initiatives designed to meet societal needs, elevate student experiences, expand career readiness, and solidify our role as a leader in 21st-century education.
A Place for Growth and Innovation
D’Youville University offers education across health sciences and business, with a range of degree levels, advanced certificates, accelerated paths, and community-engaged learning experiences. Our dedication to preparing students for successful careers is showcased in our national ranking for social mobility making us the top private university in the City of Buffalo.
Why Work with Us?
As a D’Youville University Saint, you’ll be joining a collaborative, innovation-driven community committed to academic excellence, social responsibility, and transformative growth. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a university making a real difference—for our students, our community, and our world. Explore the possibilities at dyu.edu.
All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to work in New York State as determined by the NYS Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Student Success Coordinator
Target universities and community colleges first
Higher education institutions hire Student Success Coordinators regularly and are more familiar with OPT work authorization than private employers. Many have dedicated international student offices that understand F-1 employment rules and can process your paperwork without friction.
Clarify your OPT end date upfront
Be transparent about your OPT authorization window during early conversations. Employers in higher education plan academic-year hiring cycles months in advance, so knowing your timeline helps them structure an offer and any potential H-1B visa sponsorship decision accordingly.
Connect your degree directly to the role
USCIS requires OPT employment to relate to your field of study. Articulate clearly how your degree in counseling, education, or psychology maps to advising, retention programs, or student engagement work in your cover letter and interviews.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer
Student Success Coordinator roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B rules when a relevant degree is required. Ask hiring managers directly whether the institution has sponsored H-1B petitions before, so you know what comes after OPT ends.
Highlight data and case management experience
Employers increasingly want coordinators who can track student outcomes using CRM or advising platforms. Demonstrating this technical competency signals you can contribute immediately and makes the case for investing in your sponsorship more convincing to risk-averse hiring managers.
Apply early in the academic hiring cycle
Universities post Student Success Coordinator openings heavily between January and April for fall start dates. Applying during this window gives your OPT timeline the best alignment with onboarding schedules and maximizes your chances before positions are filled internally.
Student Success Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Student Success Coordinator role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, as long as the work is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in education, counseling, psychology, higher education administration, and social work all have a clear connection to student advising and coordination work. Your designated school official can confirm the connection before you accept an offer if you're uncertain.
Can I work as a Student Success Coordinator on STEM OPT extension?
STEM OPT applies only to degrees on the official STEM Designated Degree Program List. Most education and counseling degrees do not appear on that list, so a standard 12-month OPT period is more likely for this role. If your degree is in an eligible STEM field and you're working in an analytical or data-focused advising role, check with your DSO to confirm whether an extension applies.
Where can I find Student Success Coordinator jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings to surface employers who are open to sponsoring or hiring international candidates. Searching there saves significant time compared to sifting through general job postings where OPT eligibility is rarely stated upfront.
Do Student Success Coordinator positions qualify for H-1B sponsorship after OPT ends?
They can qualify if the employer requires a specific bachelor's degree for the role, which is the core test for H-1B specialty occupation status. Many universities meet this threshold because they require degrees in counseling, education, or a related field. The H-1B lottery is still a risk, so it's worth asking employers about their sponsorship history before committing to a position.
What should I do if my OPT expires before an H-1B petition is approved?
If your employer files an H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT expires and USCIS issues a receipt notice, you may be eligible for a cap-gap extension that bridges your status through September 30 of that year. Work with your DSO as soon as your employer confirms they will file, since timing is critical and missing the window means a gap in work authorization.