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Director Operational Excellence roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL. These positions typically require advanced degrees in engineering, business, or a related field, making them strong candidates for advanced-degree sponsorship pathways to U.S. permanent residency.
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Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
The Operational Excellence Leader is a senior member of the Enterprise Fraud Management team who plays an integral role in the department's ability to meet corporate objectives. This leader identifies and removes unnecessary steps to streamline processes enabling us to maximize operational speed and quality at an optimal cost while maintaining an excellent client experience. The role will be measured on his/her ability to collaborate with operational leaders and drive for results.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
- Responsible for leading and deploying new initiatives and executing on complex operational processes.
- Recommends procedures, establishes, modifies documents, and coordinates implementation of proper control and compliance procedures.
- Maintains procedure inventory.
- Advise management on desirable operational adjustments due to regulatory, product/service, environmental and/or vendor management changes.
- Special projects, research, analysis as assigned by the Fraud Deputy Director or the Head of EFM.
- Development of key performance metrics.
- Thoughtful, key contributor to operational strategy discussions.
- Flexible and willing to respond to unanticipated issues and constantly reprioritize based on business demands.
- Evaluate situations, identify gaps, recommend controls/products to achieve strategic objectives, and "tell the story" succinctly in order to gain support and champion change.
- Lead operational changes through formal change management processes.
- Leverage data to drive informed decision making.
- Challenge stakeholders in a constructive manner.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- SME in respective area within EFM.
- Autonomous self-starter who takes initiative and works independently while effectively escalating issues or concerns.
- Minimum of eight (8) years' experience managing large operational functions; preferably in fraud.
- Exceptional documentation and process management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
- Experience with front end reporting tools such as Tableau, Sisense, or equivalent
- Ability to translate leadership vision into executable strategies.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), Reg E, Reg CC, Reg Z, and other rules and regulations as required.
- Ability to deliver results working with cross functional teams.
- Ability to influence others at all levels in the organization without direct authority.
- Bachelor's degree in business-related field or equivalent education and related training.
- Solid time management and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience leading fraud operational functions.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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INTRODUCTION
The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
Need Help?
If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
The Operational Excellence Leader is a senior member of the Enterprise Fraud Management team who plays an integral role in the department's ability to meet corporate objectives. This leader identifies and removes unnecessary steps to streamline processes enabling us to maximize operational speed and quality at an optimal cost while maintaining an excellent client experience. The role will be measured on his/her ability to collaborate with operational leaders and drive for results.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
- Responsible for leading and deploying new initiatives and executing on complex operational processes.
- Recommends procedures, establishes, modifies documents, and coordinates implementation of proper control and compliance procedures.
- Maintains procedure inventory.
- Advise management on desirable operational adjustments due to regulatory, product/service, environmental and/or vendor management changes.
- Special projects, research, analysis as assigned by the Fraud Deputy Director or the Head of EFM.
- Development of key performance metrics.
- Thoughtful, key contributor to operational strategy discussions.
- Flexible and willing to respond to unanticipated issues and constantly reprioritize based on business demands.
- Evaluate situations, identify gaps, recommend controls/products to achieve strategic objectives, and "tell the story" succinctly in order to gain support and champion change.
- Lead operational changes through formal change management processes.
- Leverage data to drive informed decision making.
- Challenge stakeholders in a constructive manner.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- SME in respective area within EFM.
- Autonomous self-starter who takes initiative and works independently while effectively escalating issues or concerns.
- Minimum of eight (8) years' experience managing large operational functions; preferably in fraud.
- Exceptional documentation and process management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
- Experience with front end reporting tools such as Tableau, Sisense, or equivalent
- Ability to translate leadership vision into executable strategies.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), Reg E, Reg CC, Reg Z, and other rules and regulations as required.
- Ability to deliver results working with cross functional teams.
- Ability to influence others at all levels in the organization without direct authority.
- Bachelor's degree in business-related field or equivalent education and related training.
- Solid time management and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience leading fraud operational functions.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
EEO is the Law E-Verify IER Right to Work
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Document your cross-functional impact quantitatively
PERM requires your employer to define a specific job role tied to your credentials. Pull together measurable outcomes from process improvement projects, such as cycle-time reductions or defect-rate changes, that directly support the specialty occupation argument.
Target manufacturers with dedicated PERM filing history
Operational excellence directors are concentrated in manufacturing, aerospace, and healthcare operations. Search OFLC Wage Search to identify which employers have filed PERM applications for this job title, filtering by SOC code 11-1021 or 11-9199.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification early
If your master's degree is in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field, push your employer to evaluate EB-2 eligibility before defaulting to EB-3, since EB-2 avoids the longer PERM recruitment advertising window in some cases.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by green card sponsorship
Searching broadly wastes time when most postings don't clarify immigration support. Migrate Mate lets you filter Director Operational Excellence openings specifically by employers who sponsor employment-based green cards, cutting weeks off your job search.
Confirm the employer's PERM recruitment timeline before signing
PERM requires DOL-supervised recruitment ads before your employer can file. Ask whether the company has already run this recruitment or plans to start after your offer, since that advertising window adds four to six months before USCIS even sees the I-140 petition.
Align your job description to the O*NET profile
USCIS scrutinizes whether the offered role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Cross-check your drafted job description against the O*NET profile for your occupation to ensure duties like Lean deployment and KPI governance are reflected accurately and defensibly.
Green Card Director Operational Excellence: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director Operational Excellence role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply depending on your credentials and how the employer structures the position. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree, which is common for operational excellence directors in engineering or quality functions. EB-3 applies for roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Your employer's immigration attorney will determine the correct classification during PERM preparation.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization tied to a single employer. Unlike H-1B visa, EB-2 and EB-3 have no annual lottery, so your petition isn't subject to random selection. The tradeoff is timeline: the full PERM-to-green-card process often takes two to four years, longer than an H-1B approval.
What does PERM labor certification require from my employer for this job?
The employer must conduct DOL-supervised recruitment to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the Director Operational Excellence role at the prevailing wage. This involves posting the position through specific channels, documenting the recruitment outcomes, and submitting the ETA-9089 form to DOL. The prevailing wage is determined using the OFLC Wage Search based on the job's location and SOC code.
How can I find employers who sponsor green cards for Director Operational Excellence positions?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about immigration support during interviews. Focusing on industries with high operational excellence hiring, such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and consumer goods, also narrows your search to employers familiar with PERM sponsorship.
Can I change jobs after my employer starts the green card process?
Yes, with caveats. If your I-140 has been approved for more than 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a similar role without restarting the green card process from scratch. For Director Operational Excellence, the new role must be in the same or a substantially similar occupation. Discuss portability strategy with a USCIS-familiar immigration attorney before accepting any new offer.