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Compliance roles, covering regulatory affairs, AML, financial crime, and corporate governance, qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Large financial institutions, healthcare systems, and multinational corporations file LCAs for these roles regularly, making sponsored positions accessible if you target the right employers.
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Responsibilities
UniFirst First Aid + Safety is seeking a reliable and hardworking Fire Safety Compliance Manager to join our community. As a Fire Safety Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of fire safety licensing and regulatory compliance across the United States. This role ensures that both company and technician licenses are obtained, tracked, and maintained in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements to prevent service disruptions. Serving as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, this position collaborates closely with field teams, leadership, and external agencies to ensure seamless compliance and program integration. Our standard is a 5-day work week, enjoy two days off a week. We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training.
Pay & Benefits:
On-the-job training + 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.
What’s in it for you?
Training: With the most in-depth training platform in the industry, our employees get top quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement.
Career Mobility: We’re a growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth. Some companies like to promote from within, we love to!
Technology: UniFirst’s many cutting edge sales tools and innovative programs are designed with one purpose in mind – to help you succeed.
Community Culture: Our unique community culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out from the rest.
Diversity: At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds because we know it takes many kinds of people to make us successful.
What you’ll be doing:
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Oversee and maintain fire safety company and technician licenses across all U.S. states, ensuring timely renewals, accurate documentation, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
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Apply for new licenses, liaise with regulatory agencies (state/county/city fire marshals), and serve as the primary compliance contact.
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Manage Inspect Point licensing, technician eligibility, training certifications, and recordkeeping.
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Provide daily leadership to compliance team partners, including future hiring, training, performance management, and workflow support.
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Maintain SharePoint documentation and workflows, including licensing requirements, COIs, forms, rollout resources, and communication tools.
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Support program development and reporting in partnership with the Fire Program Manager.
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Partner with field technicians, purchasing, sales, and leadership to ensure alignment, pricing updates, and fire program consistency.
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Manage fire program leads in Dynamics CRM and ensure accurate information distribution for sales/service support.
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Coordinate onboarding tasks including welcome communications, licensing setup, systems access, uniform orders, travel arrangements, expense support, and training logistics.
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Maintain FSS-related lists, location maps, instructor IDs, and internal permissions.
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Assist with training operations including scheduling, surveys, reporting, van logistics, equipment shipping, and ATL events.
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Support SCS with commission sheets, rosters, customer inquiries, and platform assistance.
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Administer internal contests and engagement initiatives.
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Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required by the Manager or Supervisor.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
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Must be 18 years of age or older.
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Valid non-commercial driver’s license and safe driving record.
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3–5 years of experience in compliance coordination, licensing administration, regulatory affairs, or a similar role.
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Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Regulatory Affairs, Public Safety, or a related field preferred.
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Relevant certifications in compliance, licensing, or safety (e.g., NFPA, OSHA, or industry-specific training) are a plus.
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Experience working with state and local regulatory agencies, preferably in the fire safety, construction, or facilities industry.
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5+ years of category management, sourcing, or procurement experience.
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Strong background in administrative support and document management.
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Previous experience using CRM systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics), ERP systems (e.g., Sage), and document sharing platforms (e.g., SharePoint).
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Familiarity with fire safety programs, technician onboarding, and licensing processes is highly preferred.
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Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
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Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with internal teams, external agencies, and field staff.
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High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, document handling, and compliance tracking.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and file management tools.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
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Occasional travel may be required for training coordination or licensing meetings.
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Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs.
About UniFirst First Aid + Safety
UniFirst First Aid + Safety is a division of the UniFirst Corporation. UniFirst First Aid + Safety is one of the largest providers of First Aid, AEDs, Compliance Training, Safety and PPE products in the United States. Businesses such as manufacturing, office buildings, retail, construction, logistics, automotive, and government agencies, are just a few examples of our current customer base. We are part of a $70 million division within a $1.8 billion company.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Compliance
Map your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your academic field directly supports the Compliance position. A finance, law, accounting, or business degree typically satisfies specialty occupation requirements. A general management degree may not, so document the connection explicitly before applying.
Use OFLC Wage Search to set expectations
Look up prevailing wage levels for Compliance Managers and Compliance Officers by metro area before negotiating. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing rate, so knowing Level I through Level IV ranges protects your negotiating position.
Target regulated industries with filing history
Banks, insurance carriers, pharmaceutical companies, and publicly traded corporations maintain dedicated compliance functions and file H-1B petitions regularly. Prioritize employers in FDIC-regulated, SEC-registered, or FDA-overseen sectors over startups where compliance is informal.
Find sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate by occupation to see which employers have active LCA filings for Compliance roles. You can filter by industry and location, so you spend time applying to companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
Clarify scope during the offer stage
Ask your prospective employer whether the Compliance role will be classified under a specific SOC code, such as Compliance Managers or Financial Examiners. The SOC code on the LCA determines your prevailing wage level and can affect petition approval if it mismatches your actual duties.
Understand cap-exempt employer options
Nonprofit hospitals, university-affiliated research compliance offices, and certain government contractors may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. If you're in the lottery backlog, pursuing these organizations lets you start without waiting for an October 1 start date.
H-1B Visa Compliance: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Compliance jobs qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes, most Compliance roles qualify when the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as finance, accounting, law, or business administration. USCIS evaluates the actual job duties, not just the title. Roles like Compliance Analyst, AML Investigator, or Regulatory Affairs Manager consistently meet the specialty occupation standard when the employer documents the degree requirement in the LCA and supporting evidence.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Compliance professionals?
Financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and technology companies are the most active H-1B sponsors for Compliance roles. Banks and broker-dealers face strict regulatory obligations under federal law, creating sustained demand for sponsored compliance staff. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filings for Compliance positions on Migrate Mate, filtered by industry and metro area.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition if I'm already working on OPT?
Yes, and timing matters. Your employer must file your H-1B petition during the annual registration window, typically in March, for an October 1 start date. If you're on STEM OPT, your cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization from the OPT expiration date through September 30 if your petition is timely filed and selected. Confirm your employer is prepared to file before your OPT window closes.
What happens to my H-1B if I change employers after joining a Compliance role?
H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, provided you've been in valid H-1B status and are moving to a similar occupational classification. For Compliance professionals, this generally means staying within a compliance, regulatory, or financial crimes function. Your new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL and a transfer petition with USCIS before your last day at the original employer.
Does my employer have to post a public notice for a Compliance H-1B role?
Yes. Before filing the LCA with DOL, your employer must post a public notice for ten consecutive business days at the worksite where you'll perform the Compliance duties. This is a mandatory step under H-1B regulations and is separate from any internal job posting. The notice must include the wage rate, job title, and period of employment. Remote Compliance roles have specific worksite posting rules that your employer's HR or legal team must follow.