E-3 Visa Development Coordinator Jobs
Development Coordinator roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when they meet the specialty occupation standard, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, international development, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, making it a stable path for Australian professionals building careers in program coordination, fundraising, and donor relations.
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The CLE and Talent Development Coordinator will be the firm expert and resource on continuing legal education (CLE) and have firmwide responsibility for all aspects of firm CLE accreditation, program qualification, and individual attorney tracking and compliance. The candidate will also coordinate and handle logistics on other projects and training programs, as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordination of Internal Training Programs:
- Administer the firm’s in-house CLE LMS including our on-demand CLE library.
- Work with the Talent Development group to establish CLE program procedures and handle logistics for in-house and client programs.
- Coordinate with various departments to publicize, produce, attend and monitor training programs: AV Operations, IT in various offices, local office contacts, local document production departments, etc.
- Help coordinate updates to the Talent Development Pulse page and other forms of internal information regarding programs and resources.
- Assist with the coordination of conferences and the CLE Marathons for clients.
- Assist with the attorney review program, including serving as an administrator of the viAttorney platform.
- Liaise with lawyers and staff at all levels about CLE and other Talent Development-related matters.
Firm-wide CLE Expert and Resource:
- Develop and maintain knowledge base of relevant state mandatory CLE requirements and act as a resource to attorneys, clients, and staff.
- Know, interpret, and summarize CLE requirements, including rule updates or changes, in jurisdictions in which the firm is an accredited provider (New York, Texas, California, Virginia, Florida and United Kingdom).
- Answer questions on an as-needed basis regarding CLE requirements of states other than those in which the firm is an accredited provider and, upon request, apply for credit in these jurisdictions.
- Update CLE-related content on the firm’s intranet.
- Draft communications to attorneys on rules, CLE course credits, updates on regulations, upcoming programs, deadlines, compliance status, etc.
- Respond to attorney and staff questions regarding Micron CE Manager, outside CLE vendors, the CLE process, and other related resources and matters.
- Liaise with Business Development on client programs offering CLE accreditation.
Ongoing Firm CLE Accreditation Process:
- Maintain accreditation in jurisdictions where the firm is an accredited provider and apply for accreditation in other jurisdictions, as needed.
- Prepare and submit year-end reports, accredited provider renewal applications, and other mandatory CLE reports to ensure the firm’s accredited provider status in key jurisdictions.
- Apply for individual program accreditation and/or individual attorney CLE credit in jurisdictions in which the firm is not an accredited provider, as necessary, to provide maximum CLE credit for in-house and client programs.
- Maintain and audit CLE program files, including course materials, attendance records, program materials, and other required paperwork.
CLE and State Bar Registration Tracking and Compliance Process:
- Provide attorney support regarding CLE compliance and state bar registration.
- Assist attorneys with CLE compliance, including research on CLE rules, analysis of CLE records and recommendations for individual attorney compliance, assistance with bar registration forms, and submission of extension and waiver requests.
- Maintain online CLE records for attorneys, including updating Micron CE Manager to reflect both attendance information for firm-sponsored programs and CLE certificates from outside programs attended by attorneys.
- Monitor attorney CLE and state bar registration compliance, follow up with attorneys, and prepare related reports for management.
- Provide client CLE assistance, including CLE administration of client programs, tracking of firm-provided client CLE in Micron CE manager, creation and distribution of CLE certificates of attendance for clients, and maintenance of CLE on-demand library.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
- 2+ years’ CLE and Talent Development experience in law firm or legal environment.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications including but not limited to Excel; experience with viDesktop, Micron CE Manager and SharePoint a plus.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Detail-oriented and creative thinker with excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to multi-task.
- Highly computer literate.
- Must be able to work at a high level, work collaboratively in a group and one-on-one with partners, associates and professional staff.
- Discretion with confidential employee and employer information.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION
- This is a hybrid role with 3 days in office, 2 days remote with the understanding that this schedule may change as business needs require.
- Work OT when needed.
- Ability to travel to other offices, as needed.
The expected salary range for this position is $75k - $90k. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skill set, and geographic location.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com.
INTRODUCTION
The CLE and Talent Development Coordinator will be the firm expert and resource on continuing legal education (CLE) and have firmwide responsibility for all aspects of firm CLE accreditation, program qualification, and individual attorney tracking and compliance. The candidate will also coordinate and handle logistics on other projects and training programs, as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordination of Internal Training Programs:
- Administer the firm’s in-house CLE LMS including our on-demand CLE library.
- Work with the Talent Development group to establish CLE program procedures and handle logistics for in-house and client programs.
- Coordinate with various departments to publicize, produce, attend and monitor training programs: AV Operations, IT in various offices, local office contacts, local document production departments, etc.
- Help coordinate updates to the Talent Development Pulse page and other forms of internal information regarding programs and resources.
- Assist with the coordination of conferences and the CLE Marathons for clients.
- Assist with the attorney review program, including serving as an administrator of the viAttorney platform.
- Liaise with lawyers and staff at all levels about CLE and other Talent Development-related matters.
Firm-wide CLE Expert and Resource:
- Develop and maintain knowledge base of relevant state mandatory CLE requirements and act as a resource to attorneys, clients, and staff.
- Know, interpret, and summarize CLE requirements, including rule updates or changes, in jurisdictions in which the firm is an accredited provider (New York, Texas, California, Virginia, Florida and United Kingdom).
- Answer questions on an as-needed basis regarding CLE requirements of states other than those in which the firm is an accredited provider and, upon request, apply for credit in these jurisdictions.
- Update CLE-related content on the firm’s intranet.
- Draft communications to attorneys on rules, CLE course credits, updates on regulations, upcoming programs, deadlines, compliance status, etc.
- Respond to attorney and staff questions regarding Micron CE Manager, outside CLE vendors, the CLE process, and other related resources and matters.
- Liaise with Business Development on client programs offering CLE accreditation.
Ongoing Firm CLE Accreditation Process:
- Maintain accreditation in jurisdictions where the firm is an accredited provider and apply for accreditation in other jurisdictions, as needed.
- Prepare and submit year-end reports, accredited provider renewal applications, and other mandatory CLE reports to ensure the firm’s accredited provider status in key jurisdictions.
- Apply for individual program accreditation and/or individual attorney CLE credit in jurisdictions in which the firm is not an accredited provider, as necessary, to provide maximum CLE credit for in-house and client programs.
- Maintain and audit CLE program files, including course materials, attendance records, program materials, and other required paperwork.
CLE and State Bar Registration Tracking and Compliance Process:
- Provide attorney support regarding CLE compliance and state bar registration.
- Assist attorneys with CLE compliance, including research on CLE rules, analysis of CLE records and recommendations for individual attorney compliance, assistance with bar registration forms, and submission of extension and waiver requests.
- Maintain online CLE records for attorneys, including updating Micron CE Manager to reflect both attendance information for firm-sponsored programs and CLE certificates from outside programs attended by attorneys.
- Monitor attorney CLE and state bar registration compliance, follow up with attorneys, and prepare related reports for management.
- Provide client CLE assistance, including CLE administration of client programs, tracking of firm-provided client CLE in Micron CE manager, creation and distribution of CLE certificates of attendance for clients, and maintenance of CLE on-demand library.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
- 2+ years’ CLE and Talent Development experience in law firm or legal environment.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications including but not limited to Excel; experience with viDesktop, Micron CE Manager and SharePoint a plus.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Detail-oriented and creative thinker with excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to multi-task.
- Highly computer literate.
- Must be able to work at a high level, work collaboratively in a group and one-on-one with partners, associates and professional staff.
- Discretion with confidential employee and employer information.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION
- This is a hybrid role with 3 days in office, 2 days remote with the understanding that this schedule may change as business needs require.
- Work OT when needed.
- Ability to travel to other offices, as needed.
The expected salary range for this position is $75k - $90k. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skill set, and geographic location.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com.
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Frame your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree satisfies the E-3 visa specialty occupation requirement, but U.S. hiring managers often flag it as incomplete. Include a brief equivalency note in your resume or cover letter explaining that Australian undergraduate programs are internationally recognized at the same level as a U.S. four-year degree.
Target nonprofits and universities with active LCA histories
Development Coordinator roles are concentrated in nonprofits, higher education, and hospitals, all of which regularly file LCAs through the DOL. These employers are familiar with sponsorship logistics and are less likely to withdraw an offer once they learn you need an E-3.
Search specifically for E-3 sponsorship on Migrate Mate
Generic job boards don't filter by visa type, so you'll waste time on roles where sponsorship was never on the table. Migrate Mate surfaces Development Coordinator openings from employers with E-3 and H-1B visa filing history, so your applications go to organizations already set up to sponsor.
Raise sponsorship before the offer stage
Development Coordinator hiring often moves fast in the nonprofit sector. Mention your E-3 eligibility during the second-round interview, not after you've received an offer. Framing it early gives the employer time to verify LCA requirements with their HR or legal team without delaying your start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage LCA and consulate prep
Once you have an offer, your employer must file a certified LCA with the DOL before your consulate appointment can proceed. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA submission, DS-160, and consulate documentation so neither you nor your employer gets stuck on paperwork logistics.
Confirm your role meets specialty occupation before accepting
Not every Development Coordinator posting will qualify. If the job description lists duties that don't require a specific degree field, a consular officer may push back at your interview. Ask your prospective employer to confirm the role requires at minimum a bachelor's in a relevant discipline before you accept.
E-3 Visa Development Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Development Coordinator jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
The most direct approach is using Migrate Mate, which filters Development Coordinator roles by employers with active E-3 and H-1B sponsorship history. Standard job boards don't surface visa sponsorship status, so you can spend weeks applying to organizations that won't sponsor. Migrate Mate narrows the list to employers already set up to file the required LCA with the DOL.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Development Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. The E-3 requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as communications, nonprofit management, public policy, or international development. A posting that lists a degree as preferred rather than required, or that accepts any bachelor's field, may not satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation standard. Review the job description carefully before applying.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Development Coordinator roles?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is a significantly more practical path. There's no lottery, no annual cap that fills up, and the employer's obligations are lighter because there's no registration fee or lottery-dependent timeline. H-1B selection is random and only available once a year, while an employer can file an E-3 LCA with the DOL and have you start within weeks of a certified application.
Can I switch Development Coordinator employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but your E-3 status is tied to a specific employer and LCA. If you change jobs, your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need to attend a new consulate appointment to receive an updated E-3 visa stamp. You can't simply transfer your current status the way some other visa categories allow. Plan for a two-to-six-week processing window when making the transition.