Head Of Operations Green Card Jobs

Head of Operations roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals and EB-3 for skilled workers with a bachelor's degree. Employers file PERM labor certification with DOL before submitting an I-140 petition, putting you on a path to permanent residency rather than a temporary status.

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Overview

Open Jobs165+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type71% On-site
Median Salary$195K
Top LocationNew York, NY
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STMicroelectronics
Head of Operations
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STMicroelectronics
New 5h ago
Head of Operations
STMicroelectronics
Santa Clara, California
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Customer Service & Support
Partnerships & Business Development
Supply Chain
Customer Service
$200,900/yr - $283,700/yr
On-Site
15+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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Sartorius
Head of Operations
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Added 3d ago
Head of Operations
Sartorius
PR
Project & Program Management
Manufacturing Operations
Procurement & Supply Chain
Quality Control
Supply Chain
On-Site
10+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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YER USA
Head of Operations
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YER USA
Added 1w ago
Head of Operations
YER USA
Atlanta, Georgia
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project Management
Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Genentech
Chief of Staff & Head of Operations and Administration
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Genentech
Added 1w ago
Chief of Staff & Head of Operations and Administration
Genentech
San Francisco, California
Project & Program Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
Human Resources
Project Management
Program Management
Business Strategy
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
$166,500/yr - $309,100/yr
Hybrid
10+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Siemens Energy
Head of Operations
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Added 1mo ago
Head of Operations
Siemens Energy
Orlando, Florida
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Manufacturing Operations
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project Management
Supply Chain
On-Site
10+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Head Of Operations

Document your operations scope precisely

PERM requires the employer to define a specific job description tied to your duties. Before applications, compile org charts, budget figures you managed, and cross-functional projects to help counsel draft a defensible specialty occupation profile.

Target companies with PERM filing history

Search OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed PERM applications under SOC codes tied to operations management. Prior filings signal a legal team already familiar with the process, reducing delays caused by employer inexperience.

Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate

Migrate Mate filters Head of Operations roles by employers actively sponsoring employment-based green cards, so you spend time on opportunities that are already PERM-eligible rather than chasing companies that won't sponsor.

Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility early

EB-2 requires a master's degree or its equivalent in a related field; EB-3 covers bachelor's-level professionals. Confirm with your prospective employer which category their legal team plans to file under, since that affects your priority date and wait time.

Negotiate PERM sponsorship into your offer letter

Many operations roles are filled through standard hiring without a sponsorship commitment. Ask explicitly before signing whether the employer will initiate PERM within a defined period, and get that timeline documented alongside your compensation package.

Prepare for the prevailing wage determination step

DOL requires employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search and O*NET to verify your title maps to the correct SOC code, since a misclassification can delay or invalidate the PERM filing.

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Head Of Operations Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Head of Operations role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?

Most Head of Operations positions qualify under EB-3 when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or a related field. If the role requires a master's degree or the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires an advanced degree, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's immigration counsel makes the final classification based on the specific job description filed in the PERM application.

How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?

An H-1B is a temporary work visa with a six-year base limit and an annual lottery for most applicants. Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle. There is no annual cap on EB-3 petitions, so filing is not subject to a lottery, though priority date backlogs can extend total processing time depending on your country of birth.

How long does the PERM and green card process take for an operations role?

The full sequence involves DOL prevailing wage determination, PERM labor certification, I-140 petition approval by USCIS, and finally adjustment of status or consular processing. The combined timeline is typically two to four years for applicants born in countries without significant priority date backlogs, and longer for applicants born in India or China where EB-3 demand creates extended wait times.

Where can I find Head of Operations jobs that already offer green card sponsorship?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Head of Operations listings from employers with active green card sponsorship history, so you can filter out roles where sponsorship is uncertain or unavailable. Searching by PERM filing activity rather than employer self-reporting gives you a more accurate picture of which companies will actually initiate the process.

Can my employer start PERM before my H-1B expires?

Yes, and starting early is advisable. USCIS allows you to extend H-1B status beyond the six-year cap in one-year increments once your PERM or I-140 has been pending or approved for more than 365 days. Filing PERM while you still have several years of H-1B time remaining protects you from gaps in work authorization if the process takes longer than expected.

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