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People Operations Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in HR, business, or a related field. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring you permanently. Finding employers with active sponsorship history is the first step toward lawful permanent residency.
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Employer: Amazon.com Services LLC
Position: HR Specialist III - AMZ15055.12
Location: Spartanburg, SC
Multiple Positions Available:
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Process and coordinate global compensation programs, including annual compensation planning cycles, promotion reviews, and incentive plan and local compensation implementations.
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Implement and maintain compensation programs and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance requirements across multiple regions.
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Partner with cross-functional teams to execute compensation initiatives, providing technical support for global compensation and promotion processes.
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Review and validate complex compensation adjustments, incentive plans, and local compensation programs according to established guidelines.
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Analyze compensation data and create comprehensive reports to drive program improvements and ensure market competitiveness.
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Develop standard operating procedures for compensation-related processes, ensuring consistent program delivery and quality control.
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Monitor compensation program effectiveness through metrics and feedback, implementing process improvements and automation solutions.
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Domestic travel up to 10% to perform role responsibilities may be required.
(40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $113300 - $160000)
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior or related discipline and 3 years of experience in job offered or Human Resources related occupation.
Experience must include:
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3 years of experience in defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements.
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3 years of experience in working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams.
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3 years of experience in program or project management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
All applicants must meet all the above listed requirements.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
DESCRIPTION
Employer: Amazon.com Services LLC
Position: HR Specialist III - AMZ15055.12
Location: Spartanburg, SC
Multiple Positions Available:
-
Process and coordinate global compensation programs, including annual compensation planning cycles, promotion reviews, and incentive plan and local compensation implementations.
-
Implement and maintain compensation programs and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance requirements across multiple regions.
-
Partner with cross-functional teams to execute compensation initiatives, providing technical support for global compensation and promotion processes.
-
Review and validate complex compensation adjustments, incentive plans, and local compensation programs according to established guidelines.
-
Analyze compensation data and create comprehensive reports to drive program improvements and ensure market competitiveness.
-
Develop standard operating procedures for compensation-related processes, ensuring consistent program delivery and quality control.
-
Monitor compensation program effectiveness through metrics and feedback, implementing process improvements and automation solutions.
-
Domestic travel up to 10% to perform role responsibilities may be required.
(40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $113300 - $160000)
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior or related discipline and 3 years of experience in job offered or Human Resources related occupation.
Experience must include:
-
3 years of experience in defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements.
-
3 years of experience in working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams.
-
3 years of experience in program or project management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
All applicants must meet all the above listed requirements.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a People Operations Specialist
Translate HR credentials into PERM language
PERM job requirements must match your actual qualifications. If your degree is in a field adjacent to HR, like organizational psychology or business administration, document how your coursework maps directly to the People Operations role the employer will define.
Search Migrate Mate for sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter People Operations Specialist roles by employers with green card filing history. This surfaces companies that have completed PERM and I-140 filings before, cutting out employers who have never navigated the process.
Target companies above 500 employees first
Larger organizations with dedicated legal or HR compliance teams are far more equipped to absorb PERM timelines and costs. Mid-size tech, healthcare, and financial services firms with in-house HR departments regularly sponsor People Operations roles.
Verify the job description before PERM is filed
Once DOL certifies the PERM, the job duties and minimum requirements are locked in. Review the employer's draft job description carefully before filing begins so your credentials align precisely with what USCIS will evaluate on the I-140.
Check prevailing wage early using OFLC Wage Search
Your employer must offer at least the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and job zone. Look up the rate on OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer so you know whether the proposed salary satisfies the EB-2 or EB-3 wage floor.
Ask HR teams about their PERM filing experience
During interviews or offer negotiations, ask directly whether the company has filed PERM for People Operations roles before. Employers who have sponsored comparable positions move faster and face fewer documentation surprises than those sponsoring for the first time.
Green Card People Operations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a People Operations Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most People Operations Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree. If the employer defines the role as requiring an advanced degree, or if you hold a master's degree and the position reflects that level of specialization, EB-2 may apply. The classification depends on how the employer writes the PERM job requirements, not the job title alone.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, while H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewals. There is no annual lottery for EB-3 green card filings the way there is for H-1B, and the employer's obligation runs through the I-140 approval. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before USCIS even adjudicates the I-140 petition.
What does the PERM process look like for People Operations roles?
Your employer files an Application for Permanent Employment Certification with DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. For People Operations Specialists, DOL typically assigns a Standard Occupational Classification code tied to HR specialists. The employer must run recruitment, document results, and submit the certified PERM before filing the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How do I find employers who have sponsored green cards for HR or People Operations roles before?
Migrate Mate aggregates PERM and I-140 filing data so you can filter job listings by employers with a documented history of sponsoring People Operations or HR Specialist roles. This is more reliable than asking in job postings, which rarely disclose sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have completed the process before significantly reduces the risk of a sponsorship commitment that stalls after an offer.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is certified but before I get my green card?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you may be able to port to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification under AC21 portability rules. For People Operations Specialists, the new role generally needs to match HR-related job duties. Changing employers before I-140 approval requires restarting the PERM process entirely with the new employer.