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Development Coordinator roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as communications, public administration, or nonprofit management. Employers file the LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and cap-subject registrations open each March for an October 1 start date.
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Position Summary
Human Resources and Civil Service is seeking a dynamic Training and Development Coordinator to join our team and drive the growth and development of our workforce. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and facilitating a variety of training programs aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of employees citywide. Key responsibilities include training program development and facilitation, as well as documentation. The coordinator will develop such programming in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to create engaging content for a diverse, multigenerational workforce.
Department: Human Resources & Civil Service
Salary: $64,542 per year.
Posting Type: Announcement
Union: Non-Union
Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive
REQUIREMENTS
General Application Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated below), or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.
- Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable), and completed supplemental questions.
- Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.
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NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.
NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment must submit official transcripts verifying post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to hire.
Qualifying Requirements:
Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status via email.
- WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show one (1) year of full-time work experience in learning and organizational development, including experience developing and implementing organization-wide training programs, or a related field. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)
- EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited institution in Organizational Development, Adult Education, Human Resources, or a related field. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).
- EQUIVALENCY: Education/training and/or work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position (based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above). The Total Qualifying Requirement is five (5) years. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS
Civil Service Examination(s):
If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will receive a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to be placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates receiving job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) before the hire date.
- Written: None required for this position.
- Performance: None required for this position.
- Medical: None required for this position.
POSITION DUTIES
- Develops and facilitates professional development programs as assigned by the Human Resources Director, Assistant Director, Secretary & Chief Examiner, and Manager of Training & Development.
- Works closely with department Directors and HR Business Partners to identify training needs, aligns programs with organizational goals, and ensures seamless integration with other talent development initiatives.
- Assesses training and development needs through surveys and communication with department Directors, Assistant Directors, Managers, and/or Supervisors.
- Designs and develops comprehensive training programs including training manuals and course materials tailored to meet the needs of employees at various skill levels. These programs may include skill-building courses, policy-driven trainings, leadership development series, and fair hiring practices.
- Maintains records of training and development activities, attendance, and retraining requirements.
- Creates, organizes, plans, and presents various forms of onboarding, orientation, and skills training for employees.
- Leads engaging and interactive training sessions using lectures, group discussions, team exercises, hands-on examples, and other training formats. Training may be in the form of a video, web-based program, or self-guided instructional manual.
- Researches and provides expertise in curriculum trends and best practices for ongoing professional development in the areas of leadership, management, policy compliance, acquiring new skills, and basic work-related skills.
- Develops training initiatives that resonate with employees of diverse ages and backgrounds, fostering interest and participation across a multigenerational workforce.
- Assists in developing and implementing diversity and inclusion projects and initiatives.
- Coordinates with vendors to meet program needs.
- Facilitates train-the-trainer sessions.
- Evaluates program effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and/or feedback.
- Researches and orders materials approved by department Director or Assistant Director.
- Performs administrative tasks such as scheduling classes, conducting surveys, and coordinating enrollment.
- Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Development Coordinator
Match your degree to the role description
USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree field supports the Development Coordinator duties listed in the petition. A degree in communications, public administration, or nonprofit management strengthens the specialty occupation argument far more than a general business degree.
Search LCA filings for sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter Development Coordinator roles by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filings, so you're targeting organizations that have already committed to the sponsorship process rather than guessing at willingness.
Prioritize cap-exempt organizations strategically
Universities, affiliated nonprofits, and government research institutions are cap-exempt and can file H-1B petitions year-round. Development Coordinator roles are common at these organizations, letting you bypass the annual March registration window entirely.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must certify a wage meeting DOL's prevailing wage for your location and role. Cross-check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating to confirm the offered salary satisfies Level I or Level II requirements for Development Coordinators in that metro.
Request premium processing if your start date is tight
If your OPT or other status expires close to an October 1 start, ask your employer to file with premium processing. USCIS typically adjudicates premium petitions within 15 business days, reducing the risk of a status gap during onboarding.
Document fundraising outcomes in your resume numerically
Petitions for Development Coordinator roles face RFEs when job duties read as general coordination rather than specialty work. Quantified fundraising results and grant management responsibilities tied to your degree field make the specialty occupation argument concrete for the USCIS adjudicator.
H-1B Visa Development Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Development Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer documents the position. Development Coordinator roles qualify when the job requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as nonprofit management, communications, or public administration, and the duties are tied to that field. Roles described as general administrative coordination without a degree requirement often fail the specialty occupation standard. The job description in the LCA and petition must reflect the degree connection explicitly.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for Development Coordinator positions?
Universities, hospital foundations, arts organizations, and large nonprofits are among the most consistent sponsors for Development Coordinator roles because many are cap-exempt and file H-1B petitions year-round. Corporate social responsibility teams at for-profit companies also hire for this title and can sponsor, though they are subject to the annual cap. Migrate Mate lets you filter Development Coordinator listings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history so you can focus your applications strategically.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Development Coordinator role changes significantly?
A material change in job duties, title, location, or employer requires an amended H-1B petition filed before the change takes effect. If your role shifts from fundraising and grant management to primarily administrative support, USCIS may question whether the amended position still meets the specialty occupation standard. Your employer's immigration counsel should review any significant duty changes before they're implemented to avoid a status violation.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Development Coordinator job without restarting the process?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer once they file a non-frivolous transfer petition, as long as you've been lawfully in H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer files a new I-129 petition with USCIS and a new LCA certified by DOL. You don't need to wait for approval before starting, which protects your income during the transition.
How does the O*NET classification affect my Development Coordinator H-1B petition?
O*NET classifies Development Coordinator under SOC codes that USCIS adjudicators reference when evaluating whether a role is a specialty occupation. The O*NET profile lists a bachelor's degree as the typical entry-level education for related development and fundraising roles, which supports the petition. Your employer's attorney should align the petition's job duties with the O*NET description to reduce the risk of a Request for Evidence challenging the specialty occupation classification.