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H-1B visa jobs for Assistant Planners sit at the intersection of urban planning, land use policy, and regulatory compliance, fields that routinely require a bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, or a closely related discipline. Employers filing an LCA must certify prevailing wage compliance for each worksite, so your city and specialization both shape what sponsoring roles look like.
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Get Access To All JobsAt DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
Overview:
The Assistant Inventory Planner will assist with the implementation and execution of Allocation and/or Replenishment strategies set by the A/R Managers and Inventory Planners, with buy-in from Merchandise Planners and Merchants, for our less complex businesses. (Provide critical input into determining how to most effectively utilize our inventory to support merchandise plan, advertising, regional, and competitive initiatives.) They maintain appropriate inventory levels in stores to support financial goals, advertising initiatives and regional needs and ensure that new stores open with the correct assortments and appropriate inventory levels as determined by the new store plan.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Allocate bulk purchase orders using the Allocations system. Place weekly replenishment purchase orders.
- Maintain proper inventory levels by store location to support sales, margin and turn goals.
- Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to implement and execute merchandise allocation and replenishment buy strategies.
- Review regular instock reporting for key and advertised items. Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to determine actions to correct instock issues in a timely manner.
- Analyze and communicate product, size, and color inventory needs to Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
- Execute new store plans and ensure new stores open with the correct assortment and appropriate inventory levels.
- Execute inventory re-balancing opportunities as necessary.
- Research and respond to store merchandise needs and wants. Communicate higher level inventory needs to the Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
- Understand and manage item eligibility through the Item Eligibility (ITEL) application. Ensure proper assortment within allocation systems and instock reporting based on climate, rationality, seasonality, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1-3 years of experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong emphasis in Excel
- JDA Allocations and/or JDA Fulfillment experience a plus
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Customer-service oriented
- Self-motivated and results oriented
- Problem solving & troubleshooting capabilities
- Execution skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong detail orientation
- Superior organizational abilities
- Process & procedure oriented
- Strong verbal and mathematical skills
VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:
At DICK'S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.
To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:
- Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.
- Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.
If you have any questions or need accommodations, we're here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!
At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
Overview:
The Assistant Inventory Planner will assist with the implementation and execution of Allocation and/or Replenishment strategies set by the A/R Managers and Inventory Planners, with buy-in from Merchandise Planners and Merchants, for our less complex businesses. (Provide critical input into determining how to most effectively utilize our inventory to support merchandise plan, advertising, regional, and competitive initiatives.) They maintain appropriate inventory levels in stores to support financial goals, advertising initiatives and regional needs and ensure that new stores open with the correct assortments and appropriate inventory levels as determined by the new store plan.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Allocate bulk purchase orders using the Allocations system. Place weekly replenishment purchase orders.
- Maintain proper inventory levels by store location to support sales, margin and turn goals.
- Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to implement and execute merchandise allocation and replenishment buy strategies.
- Review regular instock reporting for key and advertised items. Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to determine actions to correct instock issues in a timely manner.
- Analyze and communicate product, size, and color inventory needs to Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
- Execute new store plans and ensure new stores open with the correct assortment and appropriate inventory levels.
- Execute inventory re-balancing opportunities as necessary.
- Research and respond to store merchandise needs and wants. Communicate higher level inventory needs to the Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
- Understand and manage item eligibility through the Item Eligibility (ITEL) application. Ensure proper assortment within allocation systems and instock reporting based on climate, rationality, seasonality, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1-3 years of experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong emphasis in Excel
- JDA Allocations and/or JDA Fulfillment experience a plus
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Customer-service oriented
- Self-motivated and results oriented
- Problem solving & troubleshooting capabilities
- Execution skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong detail orientation
- Superior organizational abilities
- Process & procedure oriented
- Strong verbal and mathematical skills
VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:
At DICK'S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.
To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:
- Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.
- Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.
If you have any questions or need accommodations, we're here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Planner
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Your transcript needs to show a direct connection between your coursework and Assistant Planner duties. Degrees in urban planning, geography, environmental science, or public policy map cleanly to USCIS specialty occupation criteria. Supplemental coursework in GIS or land use strengthens that link.
Look up prevailing wages before applying
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level for your target city before you apply. Assistant Planner roles typically fall at Level I or II. Knowing this lets you assess whether an offer meets the LCA-certified minimum before you get to the offer stage.
Target public agencies with established H-1B pipelines
Municipal planning departments, regional councils, and metropolitan planning organizations regularly sponsor H-1B visa workers. These employers have HR teams familiar with LCA filing and I-129 petitions, which reduces the risk of a first-time sponsorship process collapsing mid-hire.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Filter your search on Migrate Mate to find employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history for planning roles. This cuts out organizations that express openness to sponsorship in theory but have no track record filing for positions at your level or in your discipline.
Clarify worksite locations early in negotiations
Each office or project site where you'll regularly work requires its own certified LCA. Raise this with HR before the offer letter stage. If your role involves multiple field locations, confirm which addresses the employer will certify, since an unlisted worksite can trigger compliance issues post-hire.
Get your I-129 timeline aligned with your start date
H-1B status starts no earlier than October 1 for cap-subject petitions, and selection rules have changed recently. Work with your employer to confirm whether you're cap-subject or cap-exempt, then back-plan your offer acceptance, LCA certification, and USCIS filing deadlines accordingly.
H-1B Visa Assistant Planner: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Planner role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, public policy, or a closely related field. Most Assistant Planner roles at municipal agencies, consulting firms, and regional authorities are structured around degree-level duties in land use analysis, zoning review, and environmental compliance. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and degree requirement as stated in the I-129 petition, so the job description must reflect that academic requirement clearly.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Assistant Planners?
Municipal planning departments, county agencies, metropolitan planning organizations, and private planning consultancies are the most consistent sponsors. Engineering firms with dedicated planning divisions also file regularly. You can identify employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for planning roles by browsing Migrate Mate, which surfaces that DOL disclosure data by role and location.
How does the LCA requirement affect Assistant Planners who work across multiple sites?
DOL requires a separate certified LCA for each worksite where you'll spend a significant portion of your time. If your role involves attending planning commission meetings, field surveys, or client sites across different addresses, your employer needs to certify each location. Short-term placements under ten consecutive days at one location may fall under a short-term placement rule, but routine multi-site work requires upfront LCA coverage for each address.
What documents should I prepare before an employer starts the H-1B filing process?
You'll need official transcripts showing your degree in a qualifying field, any professional licenses such as an AICP candidate record, your passport, and prior immigration documents including your I-94. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service translating it to U.S. equivalency is typically required. Having these ready speeds up the LCA and I-129 preparation and avoids delays close to filing deadlines.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses a planning contract or I change roles?
H-1B status is tied to the specific employer and position listed on the approved I-129 petition. If your employer loses a contract and eliminates your role, you enter a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart. A promotion or title change within the same employer may require an amended I-129 if the duties change substantially. USCIS treats material changes in job duties as requiring a new petition.