H-1B Visa Assistant Chief Jobs
Assistant Chief roles in public safety, healthcare administration, and emergency management can qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, with status granted for up to three years and extendable to six.
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Assists department head in managing budget, capital expenditures, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Accountable for maintaining the building and grounds with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Assigns, tracks and follows up on status of work assigned to staff and contractors. Helps to increase guest and employee satisfaction through effective communications and training.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 2 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Supporting management of Property Operations
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Supervises distribution of repair work orders.
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Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
-
Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.
-
Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
-
Monitors timeliness and quality of completion of repair work orders.
-
Supervises Engineering and related areas in absence of the Director of Engineering.
-
Assists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.
-
Ensures that regular on-going communication occurs with employees in order to create awareness of business objectives, communicate expectations and recognize performance.
-
Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.
-
Selects and order or purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.
-
Supervises the day to day operations of Engineering and related departments.
Maintaining Property Standards
-
Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.
-
Maintains accurate logs and records as required.
-
Operates generators and fire pumps as necessary.
-
Provides emergency response services 24/7.
-
Repairs equipment (e.g., refrigeration, laundry) as necessary.
-
Ensures all employees have the proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
-
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
-
Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
-
Sets a positive example for guest relations.
Conducting Human Resources Activities
-
Helps train employees in safety procedures.
-
Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.
-
Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
-
Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
-
Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with the appropriate skills.
-
Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
-
Uses all available on the job training tools for employees.
-
Solicits employee feedback.
-
Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Job Number 26146098
Job Category Engineering & Facilities
Location 555 Canal Street, NEW ORLEANS LA 70130, United States
Schedule Full Time
Located Remotely? N
Position Type Management
Bonus Eligible: Y
Pay Range: $67,000-$88,000 annually
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JOB SUMMARY
Assists department head in managing budget, capital expenditures, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Accountable for maintaining the building and grounds with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Assigns, tracks and follows up on status of work assigned to staff and contractors. Helps to increase guest and employee satisfaction through effective communications and training.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 2 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Supporting management of Property Operations
-
Supervises distribution of repair work orders.
-
Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
-
Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.
-
Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
-
Monitors timeliness and quality of completion of repair work orders.
-
Supervises Engineering and related areas in absence of the Director of Engineering.
-
Assists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.
-
Ensures that regular on-going communication occurs with employees in order to create awareness of business objectives, communicate expectations and recognize performance.
-
Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.
-
Selects and order or purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.
-
Supervises the day to day operations of Engineering and related departments.
Maintaining Property Standards
-
Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.
-
Maintains accurate logs and records as required.
-
Operates generators and fire pumps as necessary.
-
Provides emergency response services 24/7.
-
Repairs equipment (e.g., refrigeration, laundry) as necessary.
-
Ensures all employees have the proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
-
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
-
Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
-
Sets a positive example for guest relations.
Conducting Human Resources Activities
-
Helps train employees in safety procedures.
-
Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.
-
Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
-
Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
-
Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with the appropriate skills.
-
Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
-
Uses all available on the job training tools for employees.
-
Solicits employee feedback.
-
Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Job Number 26146098
Job Category Engineering & Facilities
Location 555 Canal Street, NEW ORLEANS LA 70130, United States
Schedule Full Time
Located Remotely? N
Position Type Management
Bonus Eligible: Y
Pay Range: $67,000-$88,000 annually
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Assistant Chief
Align your degree to the role
Pull up O*NET for the Assistant Chief classification you're targeting and confirm which degree fields DOL recognizes as directly related. Document that alignment in your resume before approaching employers, since USCIS will scrutinize the degree-to-duty connection during specialty occupation review.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Run a search on OFLC Wage Search using the SOC code for your Assistant Chief specialty and the specific worksite city. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above that level, so knowing the number before salary discussions prevents a costly LCA amendment later.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate first
Target employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in your Assistant Chief discipline. Migrate Mate surfaces that DOL sponsorship data by role and location, so you can focus outreach on organizations that have already navigated the filing process for comparable positions.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If the Assistant Chief role involves overseeing operations across multiple facilities or shifts at different addresses, each worksite requires a separately certified LCA. Raise this with HR before an offer is finalized to avoid delays after the I-129 is filed with USCIS.
Get your credentials evaluated early
Foreign degrees in public administration, emergency management, or healthcare leadership need a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before USCIS will accept them as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Order the evaluation as soon as you start applying, since turnaround adds weeks to your timeline.
Use cap-exempt employers strategically
Hospitals, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are cap-exempt under H-1B rules, meaning the selection rules that apply to for-profit employers don't affect your petition. Assistant Chief roles at these entities can be filed any time of year with no registration period involved.
H-1B Visa Assistant Chief: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Chief role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on the specific discipline and how the employer defines the position. An Assistant Fire Chief overseeing operations may not automatically qualify, but an Assistant Chief in healthcare administration, emergency management, or a clinical department typically does when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the actual duties and the employer's minimum requirements, not just the job title.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Assistant Chief positions?
DOL's LCA disclosure data is the most reliable source, since every H-1B sponsor must file a Labor Condition Application listing the job title and worksite. Migrate Mate organizes that filing history by role and location, so you can identify which organizations have sponsored comparable Assistant Chief positions without combing through raw government files.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm promoted from Assistant Chief to Chief?
A promotion that changes your job duties, title, or worksite requires your employer to file an amended I-129 petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. If the new role falls under a different SOC code or the salary crosses into a new prevailing wage tier, the employer must also file a new LCA with DOL. Don't assume an internal promotion carries over automatically.
Can my employer sponsor me for an H-1B if the Assistant Chief position involves multiple work locations?
Yes, but each physical worksite must have its own certified LCA on file before you begin working there. This is especially relevant for Assistant Chiefs who oversee multiple facilities, precincts, or campuses. Your employer should work with immigration counsel to certify LCAs for all anticipated worksites before your I-129 is submitted to USCIS.
How long does it take to get H-1B status as an Assistant Chief, and can it be extended?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years, with one extension possible for a maximum of six years total under standard rules. Processing time varies by USCIS workload and whether premium processing is used. If your employer is pursuing a green card on your behalf and certain PERM milestones are reached before year four, extensions beyond six years may be available under AC21 portability rules.