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Administrative Support Associate jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers are built around degree-level duties in business administration, human resources, or operations. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering your status for up to three years with extension possible to six.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: STEPS Administrative Support Associate
Requisition Number: TE09574
Department Name: 81500:Dietetics and Human Nutrition
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Salary Range: $20.00/hour
Type of Position: Temporary
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements
Lifting pushing pulling up to 25 lbs, walking, sitting at computer for long periods of time.
Work Shift
8am-4:30 pm M-F
Expected # of Hours Per Week
30-37.5
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment: Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition is currently seeking an STEPS Administrative Support Associate to provide administrative support for the unit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative, financial, procurement, and general office support
- Coordinate shared calendars, communications, meetings, and office resources
- Support purchasing and expense reporting
- Maintain an organized environment for faculty, staff, students, clients, and visitors
- Perform assigned duties accurately and promptly
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Excellent organizations skills
- General understanding of basic accounting principles
- Strong customer service skills
- Multi-tasking/prioritizing tasks
Knowledge of UK Business Procedures and SAP are a plus.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply: 11/28/2026
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: STEPS Administrative Support Associate
Requisition Number: TE09574
Department Name: 81500:Dietetics and Human Nutrition
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Salary Range: $20.00/hour
Type of Position: Temporary
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements
Lifting pushing pulling up to 25 lbs, walking, sitting at computer for long periods of time.
Work Shift
8am-4:30 pm M-F
Expected # of Hours Per Week
30-37.5
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment: Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition is currently seeking an STEPS Administrative Support Associate to provide administrative support for the unit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative, financial, procurement, and general office support
- Coordinate shared calendars, communications, meetings, and office resources
- Support purchasing and expense reporting
- Maintain an organized environment for faculty, staff, students, clients, and visitors
- Perform assigned duties accurately and promptly
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Excellent organizations skills
- General understanding of basic accounting principles
- Strong customer service skills
- Multi-tasking/prioritizing tasks
Knowledge of UK Business Procedures and SAP are a plus.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply: 11/28/2026
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Administrative Support Associate
Align your degree to administrative duties
H-1B eligibility hinges on specialty occupation status. Document how your business administration, management, or related degree directly applies to your daily responsibilities. Employers who sponsor Administrative Support Associates typically frame the role around degree-level analytical or operational work, not clerical tasks.
Verify prevailing wages before salary negotiations
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before accepting an offer. Your employer must certify on the LCA that your pay meets this threshold, so knowing the number protects you from underpayment and avoids last-minute LCA complications.
Search employers with active LCA filing history
Target companies that have already filed LCAs for administrative roles rather than asking employers to sponsor for the first time. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified H-1B LCA sponsorship history searchable by role and city, so you can focus your applications where sponsorship is already established.
Confirm each worksite needs its own LCA
If your role involves working at client offices, satellite locations, or rotating sites, each distinct worksite requires its own certified LCA. Flag multi-site arrangements to your employer early so DOL filings cover every location before you start working there.
Request I-129 filing before OPT or grace period expires
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, your employer needs to file the I-129 petition with USCIS while your current authorization is valid. The 60-day grace period after OPT ends does not extend work authorization, so align your offer letter timeline with the petition filing schedule.
Review the O*NET profile to build your specialty occupation case
The O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code lists the typical education and task complexity USCIS adjudicators reference. Cross-reference your job description against O*NET's listed knowledge areas and education requirements to ensure your duties support a specialty occupation determination.
H-1B Visa Administrative Support Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Administrative Support Associate role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. H-1B specialty occupation requires that the position normally demands at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field. Administrative support roles qualify when the employer structures the position around degree-level duties, such as business process analysis, HR coordination, or operations management, and documents that requirement clearly in the job description and LCA filing.
What documents should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
You'll need official transcripts and your diploma showing your degree field, any credential evaluations if your degree is from outside the U.S., and a detailed letter from your employer describing how your daily duties require that specific degree. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence for administrative roles, so having this documentation organized before filing reduces delays.
How do I find employers who already sponsor H-1B visas for administrative roles?
Start with Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history searchable by job category and location. Focusing on companies that have already gone through the LCA and I-129 process for similar roles means less internal friction and a faster path from offer to petition filing.
How long does H-1B status last for an Administrative Support Associate?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on the initial petition. Your employer can file an extension for an additional three years, bringing the total to six years. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status typically requires an approved immigrant visa petition or other qualifying circumstances under AC21 portability rules.
What happens if my Administrative Support Associate role moves to a different office location?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties requires its own certified LCA from DOL. If your employer reassigns you to a new office, a branch location, or a client site not covered by the original LCA, they must file and receive certification for that location before you begin working there. Notify your employer's HR or immigration team before any worksite change.