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COO roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires an advanced degree or equivalent credentials in business, operations, or a related field. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL before submitting the I-140 petition, starting the path to permanent U.S. residency rather than a temporary status.
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Sodexo is hiring a Director of Facilities to lead a newly opened 75,000-square-foot site in Louisville, CO for a leading consumer products company. This is a fully onsite role, five days a week.
You'll take on hard and soft FM for 500 employees, managing HVAC, budgeting, weekly flash forecasts, and a 7-person team while overseeing mailroom, hospitality, and catering, reporting to the Regional DFO.
ABOUT THE JOB
In this high-impact leadership role, you'll oversee the full spectrum of facilities operations at a single site, ensuring efficient maintenance, safety, and reliability across all systems. You'll guide skilled teams, manage key service areas, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive performance, compliance, and operational excellence.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
PAY RANGE: $74290 per year - $96140 per year
INCENTIVE ELIGIBILITY: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Lead end-to-end facilities operations where your strategic oversight keeps buildings running safely and efficiently.
- Manage and mentor a skilled team while shaping a workplace culture built on safety, service, and results.
- Play a central role in maintenance planning, emergency response, and system upgrades.
- Contribute to minor construction and improvement projects that enhance the built environment.
- Gain valuable exposure to core business operations, logistics, and integrated service delivery.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive innovation and ensure contract success.
- Be part of a purpose-driven organization that values leadership, continuous improvement, and operational impact.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Proven experience in facilities operations, including maintenance planning and systems oversight.
- Leadership background with the skillset to manage, develop, and engage both frontline and management-level staff.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
- Solid financial acumen and technical expertise to manage budgets, resources, and service contracts.
- Demonstrated skills to lead and coordinate projects, from upgrades to minor construction initiatives, with a focus on safety and efficiency.
REQUIREMENTS
- Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Management Experience: 5 years
- Related Experience: 5 years
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
INTRODUCTION
Sodexo is hiring a Director of Facilities to lead a newly opened 75,000-square-foot site in Louisville, CO for a leading consumer products company. This is a fully onsite role, five days a week.
You'll take on hard and soft FM for 500 employees, managing HVAC, budgeting, weekly flash forecasts, and a 7-person team while overseeing mailroom, hospitality, and catering, reporting to the Regional DFO.
ABOUT THE JOB
In this high-impact leadership role, you'll oversee the full spectrum of facilities operations at a single site, ensuring efficient maintenance, safety, and reliability across all systems. You'll guide skilled teams, manage key service areas, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive performance, compliance, and operational excellence.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
PAY RANGE: $74290 per year - $96140 per year
INCENTIVE ELIGIBILITY: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Lead end-to-end facilities operations where your strategic oversight keeps buildings running safely and efficiently.
- Manage and mentor a skilled team while shaping a workplace culture built on safety, service, and results.
- Play a central role in maintenance planning, emergency response, and system upgrades.
- Contribute to minor construction and improvement projects that enhance the built environment.
- Gain valuable exposure to core business operations, logistics, and integrated service delivery.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive innovation and ensure contract success.
- Be part of a purpose-driven organization that values leadership, continuous improvement, and operational impact.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Proven experience in facilities operations, including maintenance planning and systems oversight.
- Leadership background with the skillset to manage, develop, and engage both frontline and management-level staff.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
- Solid financial acumen and technical expertise to manage budgets, resources, and service contracts.
- Demonstrated skills to lead and coordinate projects, from upgrades to minor construction initiatives, with a focus on safety and efficiency.
REQUIREMENTS
- Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Management Experience: 5 years
- Related Experience: 5 years
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in COO
Document your cross-functional leadership scope
PERM requires the employer to prove the COO role has specific educational and experiential requirements. Compile evidence of your advanced degree, executive credentials, and measurable operational outcomes before entering any sponsorship conversation.
Target companies with active PERM histories
Focus on employers who have sponsored foreign nationals for senior leadership roles before. Prior PERM filings for executive-level positions signal that HR and legal are already set up to run the process for a COO.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2
COO positions typically qualify under EB-2 if the employer documents an advanced-degree requirement. Use O*NET to confirm the occupation's standard educational baseline, then work with your employer to align the job description accordingly.
Search COO roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by green card sponsorship eligibility to surface COO openings at employers actively filing PERM petitions. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsorship signals so you're not guessing which companies will support your EB-2 or EB-3 case.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer terms
Before signing, confirm the employer will initiate PERM within a defined window after your start date. Executive hires sometimes face delays when legal and HR treat the green card as an afterthought rather than part of onboarding.
Understand how priority dates affect your COO timeline
USCIS assigns a priority date when the I-140 is approved. For nationals from backlogged countries, EB-2 and EB-3 wait times diverge significantly. Check the OFLC Wage Search to confirm prevailing wage levels, then review current USCIS visa bulletin data to model realistic residency timelines.
Green Card COO: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a COO role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
COO positions typically qualify under EB-2 when the employer requires an advanced degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field. If the role is structured as a skilled position requiring at least a bachelor's degree, EB-3 is an option. The employer's PERM labor certification must document the specific degree requirement to support whichever category you pursue.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for a COO?
H-1B visa provides temporary status with a six-year cap, subject to annual lottery selection. PERM-based sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no cap lottery at the EB-2 or EB-3 level. The tradeoff is time: PERM requires DOL labor market testing before USCIS can adjudicate the I-140 petition, so the full process typically runs two to four years or longer depending on your country of birth and the visa bulletin.
What documentation should I prepare before approaching an employer about green card sponsorship?
Gather your advanced degree transcripts, any executive certifications, and a clear record of operational scope such as P&L responsibility, headcount managed, and measurable business outcomes. PERM requires the employer to match the job's requirements to your credentials, so having this documentation organized speeds up the job description drafting process and reduces back-and-forth with the employer's immigration counsel.
How do I find COO openings at employers who will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search COO roles specifically filtered by green card sponsorship eligibility, surfacing employers with active or prior PERM filing histories in leadership positions. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and only discovering sponsorship posture after multiple interview rounds.
Can a foreign national start as COO before the green card is approved?
Yes. You can work in the COO role on a valid work-authorized status such as H-1B while the PERM and I-140 process runs in parallel. Once the I-140 is approved and a visa number is available, you file I-485 to adjust status to permanent resident. The green card approval does not need to precede your start date.