H-1B Visa Compliance Associate Jobs
Compliance Associate roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in law, finance, accounting, or a related field. Many financial services, healthcare, and tech employers file H-1B petitions for these roles, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery registration window matters.
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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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Verify your degree field aligns precisely
Compliance Associate petitions get RFEs when the degree field is too broad. A business administration degree supporting a financial compliance role needs a transcript showing concentration in finance or accounting, not just general management coursework.
Filter employers by LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to search for Compliance Associate roles at employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filings. This filters out employers who list sponsorship as a possibility but have no actual filing track record in compliance-specific roles.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Nonprofits, universities, and government research organizations are exempt from the 85,000-slot H-1B cap. Compliance roles exist at these institutions in grant management, research integrity, and regulatory affairs, letting you bypass the lottery entirely.
Request an offer letter before April registration
USCIS H-1B registration opens in March for an April lottery. Your employer must register you before that window closes. Secure a written offer and confirm your employer has a registered USCIS account well before the deadline, not after selection.
Pull the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area
Your LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job zone. Look up Compliance Associate wages under SOC code 13-1041 in OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer so the salary clears the threshold.
Document any CAMS, CRCM, or CFE credentials
Industry certifications like CAMS, CRCM, or CFE strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your H-1B petition by showing the role requires specialized knowledge beyond a generalist degree. Include them in your support letter and resume before your employer files.
H-1B Visa Compliance Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Compliance Associate role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as finance, accounting, law, or business with a compliance concentration. Roles in financial services, healthcare, or tech that involve regulatory frameworks, BSA requirements, or FCPA obligations generally meet the specialty occupation standard. Generic compliance coordinator positions without a degree requirement may not qualify, so the job description language matters.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Compliance Associates?
Financial services firms, large banks, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare systems, and major tech platforms file H-1B petitions for Compliance Associate roles with regularity. These industries operate under dense regulatory frameworks, such as SEC, FDA, HIPAA, and SOX, that require dedicated compliance staff. To find employers actively filing for this role, browse Compliance Associate listings on Migrate Mate, which filters by verified H-1B sponsorship history.
Can my employer file for H-1B sponsorship if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes. If you're working as a Compliance Associate on OPT, your employer can register you in the March H-1B lottery and file your petition if selected. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're selected, the cap-gap rule extends your authorization automatically through September 30. You'll need to confirm your employer files the I-129 petition promptly after selection to preserve that bridge.
What documents should I prepare to support my H-1B petition for this role?
Your employer's attorney will need your official transcripts showing a degree in a directly related field, your resume with compliance-specific responsibilities clearly described, and copies of any professional certifications such as CAMS or CRCM. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization is typically required. The employer prepares the LCA through DOL and the I-129 petition through USCIS.
Does the H-1B lottery hurt my chances of finding a sponsoring employer in compliance?
The lottery creates uncertainty, but cap-exempt employers such as universities, nonprofits, and government-affiliated research organizations offer compliance roles without lottery risk. For cap-subject employers, applying early in hiring cycles, before March registration, gives employers time to plan. Some large compliance teams also use premium processing to accelerate adjudication after lottery selection, reducing the wait from months to weeks.