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Onboarding Specialist roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3 when employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL. Most positions require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, making EB-3 the common path for candidates from high-demand countries.
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We are seeking business-oriented, customer service driven professionals to provide high-quality service to Fortune 500 level customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain and manage Granite's Premier accounts.
- 24 x 7 availability to support your assigned accounts.
- Conduct weekly meetings with assigned Premier accounts.
- Minute each meeting weekly and follow up on all actions.
- Areas of responsibility for each account include but are not limited to maintenance of phone lines, outages, billing, reporting, etc.
- Communicate directly with customers, sales and internal staff.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Access
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a group
- Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Compensation Range:
The compensation range for this position is $50,000-$65,000 and represents the range that Granite reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to experience, education, job related skills, and overall alignment with the role.
Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We provide exceptional customized service with an emphasis on reliability and outstanding customer support and our customers include over 85 of the Fortune 100. Granite has over $1.85 Billion in revenue with more than 2,100 employees and is headquartered in Quincy, MA. Our mission is to be the leading telecommunications company wherever we offer services as well as provide an environment where the value of each individual is recognized and where each person has the opportunity to further their growth and achieve success.
Granite has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the "Healthiest Companies" in Massachusetts for the past 15 consecutive years.
Our offices have onsite fully equipped state of the art gyms for employees at zero cost.
Granite's philanthropy is unparalleled with over $300 million in donations to organizations such as Dana Farber Cancer Institute, The ALS Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association to name a few.
We have been consistently rated a "Fastest Growing Company" by Inc. Magazine.
Granite was named to Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Granite was recently named One of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity.
Our company's insurance package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, 401K retirement with company match, childcare benefits, tuition assistance, and more.
If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to grow your career with a fast paced and progressive company, Granite has countless opportunities for you.
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General Summary of Position:
We are seeking business-oriented, customer service driven professionals to provide high-quality service to Fortune 500 level customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain and manage Granite's Premier accounts.
- 24 x 7 availability to support your assigned accounts.
- Conduct weekly meetings with assigned Premier accounts.
- Minute each meeting weekly and follow up on all actions.
- Areas of responsibility for each account include but are not limited to maintenance of phone lines, outages, billing, reporting, etc.
- Communicate directly with customers, sales and internal staff.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Access
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a group
- Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Compensation Range:
The compensation range for this position is $50,000-$65,000 and represents the range that Granite reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to experience, education, job related skills, and overall alignment with the role.
Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We provide exceptional customized service with an emphasis on reliability and outstanding customer support and our customers include over 85 of the Fortune 100. Granite has over $1.85 Billion in revenue with more than 2,100 employees and is headquartered in Quincy, MA. Our mission is to be the leading telecommunications company wherever we offer services as well as provide an environment where the value of each individual is recognized and where each person has the opportunity to further their growth and achieve success.
Granite has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the "Healthiest Companies" in Massachusetts for the past 15 consecutive years.
Our offices have onsite fully equipped state of the art gyms for employees at zero cost.
Granite's philanthropy is unparalleled with over $300 million in donations to organizations such as Dana Farber Cancer Institute, The ALS Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association to name a few.
We have been consistently rated a "Fastest Growing Company" by Inc. Magazine.
Granite was named to Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Granite was recently named One of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity.
Our company's insurance package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, 401K retirement with company match, childcare benefits, tuition assistance, and more.
If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to grow your career with a fast paced and progressive company, Granite has countless opportunities for you.
EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Onboarding Specialist
Document your HR credentials before applying
PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications against the job's minimum requirements. Gather your degree transcripts, HR certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR, and any official credentials evaluations before approaching employers about sponsorship.
Target employers with dedicated HR infrastructure
Companies large enough to have an in-house HR team or a designated immigration counsel are far more likely to file PERM for Onboarding Specialists. Mid-to-large enterprises in healthcare, tech, and financial services regularly sponsor HR professionals for green cards.
Search green card sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by onboarding, HR onboarding, or people operations roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers who have actively filed employment-based green card petitions, saving you from cold-approaching companies unfamiliar with PERM requirements.
Verify the job description matches PERM requirements
The DOL requires that PERM job duties match your actual role exactly. Ask recruiters whether the posted description will serve as the PERM job description, since vague duties like 'assist with HR tasks' can trigger audits or denials.
Understand EB-3 country backlogs before accepting an offer
If you're from India or China, the EB-3 priority date backlog can extend wait times significantly. Review the State Department Visa Bulletin alongside your offer timeline so you understand when you'd actually receive your green card, not just when USCIS approves your I-140.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify enrollment at the offer stage
STEM OPT and certain other work authorization statuses require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirming enrollment before you accept an offer prevents employment authorization gaps during the PERM and I-485 filing period.
Green Card Onboarding Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Onboarding Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Onboarding Specialist positions qualify under EB-3, which covers professionals with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field like human resources or business administration. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or when you pursue a National Interest Waiver, which is rare for standard onboarding roles. Your employer's PERM filing will specify the category based on the job's minimum educational requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Unlike the H-1B visa, employment-based green card sponsorship has no annual lottery for most applicants, and EB-3 professional petitions face no numerical cap at the I-140 stage. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 12 to 24 months before USCIS even adjudicates your I-140, but the outcome is permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. For Onboarding Specialists from countries other than India and China, the total timeline to a green card is often more predictable than repeated H-1B renewals.
What does PERM labor certification involve for an Onboarding Specialist position?
Your employer files a PERM application with the DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. worker was available for the role. This requires a mandatory recruitment period, typically 30 to 60 days, during which the employer must advertise the position and document any applicants. The job description submitted to DOL must precisely match your actual duties, so reviewing it carefully before your employer files protects you from audit delays later.
How can I find Onboarding Specialist jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Onboarding Specialist and HR onboarding roles at companies with active employment-based green card filing history, so you're not guessing whether an employer will sponsor. Targeting employers who have already navigated PERM for similar roles significantly reduces the risk of an employer backing out mid-process due to unfamiliarity with the filing requirements.
Can I switch jobs during the green card process as an Onboarding Specialist?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability rules let you change employers to a similar HR or onboarding role without restarting the process. The new position must be in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification. Switching before the 180-day mark restarts the entire PERM filing, so timing your job change carefully against your priority date is essential.