H-1B Visa Chief Of Staff Jobs

Chief of Staff roles sit at the intersection of executive strategy and operations, making them strong H-1B visa candidates when the position requires a specialized degree in business, public policy, or a related field. Employers in tech, finance, and healthcare regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this title, though the specialty occupation argument needs careful documentation.

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Open Jobs145+
Work Type79% On-site
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsBanfield Pet Hospital

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SharkNinja
Chief of Staff
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SharkNinja
New 2h ago
Chief of Staff
SharkNinja
Needham, Massachusetts
Strategy & Corporate Development
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
Revenue Operations & Enablement
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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L.A. Care Health Plan
Chief of Staff, Office of the CFO
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L.A. Care Health Plan
New 8h ago
Chief of Staff, Office of the CFO
L.A. Care Health Plan
Los Angeles, California
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Strategy & Corporate Development
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Business Strategy
Project Management
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
$218k - $370k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Banfield Pet Hospital
Area Chief of Staff
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Banfield Pet Hospital
New 9h ago
Area Chief of Staff
Banfield Pet Hospital
Burbank, Illinois
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
$142k - $215k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Equinix
Chief Of Staff
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Equinix
New 13h ago
Chief Of Staff
Equinix
Redwood City, California
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Human Resources
Project Management
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
$213k - $319k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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New York University
Chief of Staff
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New York University
New 14h ago
Chief of Staff
New York University
New York, New York
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Project Management
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
$145k - $185k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Chief Of Staff

Document your specialty occupation case early

Chief of Staff is not an USCIS-recognized specialty occupation by default. Pull your O*NET profile for General and Operations Managers and build a written argument showing your specific role requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field.

Target companies with H-1B LCA filing history

Search Migrate Mate to filter Chief of Staff openings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this or closely related executive-support titles. Prior LCA filings signal an employer already understands the specialty occupation documentation requirement.

Clarify scope before the offer letter is drafted

Ask hiring managers whether the role is generalist operations or tied to a specific function like product, finance, or legal. A functionally scoped Chief of Staff is easier to frame as a specialty occupation requiring a specific degree field.

Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating

Run the SOC code for your specific role through OFLC Wage Search at the Level II or III wage tier. Chief of Staff positions often map to senior management codes, and the certified LCA wage sets your floor, not just a benchmark.

Confirm the employer's H-1B filing attorney handles niche executive roles

Some corporate immigration teams only process high-volume technical roles. Ask directly whether they have experience filing H-1B petitions for non-engineering executive titles, since a Chief of Staff petition requires a different specialty occupation narrative than a software engineer filing.

Time your transfer using the 60-day portability window

If you're changing employers into a Chief of Staff role, USCIS allows you to begin work once the new I-129 is filed, not after approval. File before your current employer's authorization ends to stay within the 60-day grace period.

H-1B Visa Chief Of Staff: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Chief of Staff role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires proof that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A Chief of Staff role tied to a defined function, such as legal operations, finance, or product strategy, is easier to qualify than a generalist role. Your employer's petition must document why a specific degree field is necessary for the duties performed.

Which industries most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Chief of Staff positions?

Technology companies, investment firms, healthcare systems, and late-stage startups file the most H-1B LCAs for Chief of Staff titles. These sectors tend to define the role around a specific functional expertise, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument. You can browse open Chief of Staff roles with verified sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to narrow your search by industry.

Can my employer file an H-1B petition for a Chief of Staff role without premium processing?

Yes, but standard processing through USCIS currently runs several months, which creates risk if you're transferring from another employer or working against an OPT expiration. For a role like Chief of Staff, where the specialty occupation argument requires thorough documentation, many employers opt for premium processing to get a faster adjudication decision and reduce uncertainty on both sides.

What SOC code should my employer use when filing the LCA for a Chief of Staff role?

Most Chief of Staff positions are filed under SOC 11-1021 (General and Operations Managers) or 11-9199 (Managers, All Other), depending on the functional scope of the role. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level your employer must certify, so verify the correct mapping against the actual job duties through the OFLC Wage Search before the LCA is submitted to DOL.

Does switching to a Chief of Staff role count as a material change requiring an amended H-1B petition?

If you're already on H-1B and your employer promotes you to Chief of Staff from a different title, USCIS may require an amended petition if the duties, location, or wage level change materially. Changes to job duties that alter the specialty occupation basis almost always trigger an amendment. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel before the title change takes effect.