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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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Oakland, California, United States
INTRODUCTION
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
YOUR IMPACT
Jacobs is seeking a proactive and highly organized Project Development Coordinator to support business development activities, client account teams, and office engagement across California. This role combines business development coordination with local office leadership, helping strengthen client relationships, support growth initiatives, and foster a connected, client-ready workplace environment.
In this role, you’ll partner with Client Account Managers and cross-functional teams to coordinate sales and account activities, maintain pipeline and CRM data, support pursuits and proposals, conduct client and market research, and help drive follow-through on key priorities. You’ll also serve as the primary point of contact for the office, supporting workplace readiness, client visits, office events, and employee engagement. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Partner with local leadership, facilities, sales, and operations teams to support office priorities and workplace readiness activities
- Coordinate client visits, leadership meetings, office events, sponsorship activities, and other initiatives that support Jacobs’ presence in the market
- Connect employees with appropriate resources, processes, and contacts to support office operations and engagement
- Support visitor logistics, meeting room readiness, vendor coordination, supplies management, and other office-wide needs
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION
- Partner with Client Account Managers and account teams to coordinate client engagement activities, sales priorities, and pursuit readiness efforts
- Support pipeline reviews, sales coordination activities, and account team collaboration across multiple markets
- Maintain accurate client, opportunity, and sales data within CRM and sales tracking systems
- Conduct client, market, and procurement research to support business development strategies and growth opportunities
- Assist with proposals and pursuit activities, including scheduling, compliance reviews, content coordination, and submission support
- Support account planning, client follow-up activities, industry events, sponsorships, and market visibility initiatives
- Facilitate coordination among business development, sales, marketing, and operations teams to help advance strategic priorities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, public administration, planning, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Four or more years of experience supporting business development, sales operations, client account management, marketing, or project teams within a professional services environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder requests
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare professional materials and interact effectively with diverse audiences
- Demonstrated ability to track actions, maintain accurate records, and coordinate activities with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and ability to exercise sound professional judgment and confidentiality
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the architecture, engineering, construction, environmental, infrastructure, or related professional services industry
- Familiarity with CRM, pipeline management, or sales tracking platforms such as Salesforce or similar systems
- Experience supporting procurement tracking and internal business development approval processes
- Experience coordinating proposals, pursuits, or client account activities
- Knowledge of procurement portals, Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, or similar business development tools
- Experience supporting client-facing events, sponsorships, industry conferences, or market engagement activities
COMPENSATION
- Posted Salary Range: Minimum $78,000.00
- Posted Salary Range: Upper $121,800.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $78,000.00 to $121,800.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 02, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
LOCATION
Oakland, California, United States
INTRODUCTION
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
YOUR IMPACT
Jacobs is seeking a proactive and highly organized Project Development Coordinator to support business development activities, client account teams, and office engagement across California. This role combines business development coordination with local office leadership, helping strengthen client relationships, support growth initiatives, and foster a connected, client-ready workplace environment.
In this role, you’ll partner with Client Account Managers and cross-functional teams to coordinate sales and account activities, maintain pipeline and CRM data, support pursuits and proposals, conduct client and market research, and help drive follow-through on key priorities. You’ll also serve as the primary point of contact for the office, supporting workplace readiness, client visits, office events, and employee engagement. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Partner with local leadership, facilities, sales, and operations teams to support office priorities and workplace readiness activities
- Coordinate client visits, leadership meetings, office events, sponsorship activities, and other initiatives that support Jacobs’ presence in the market
- Connect employees with appropriate resources, processes, and contacts to support office operations and engagement
- Support visitor logistics, meeting room readiness, vendor coordination, supplies management, and other office-wide needs
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION
- Partner with Client Account Managers and account teams to coordinate client engagement activities, sales priorities, and pursuit readiness efforts
- Support pipeline reviews, sales coordination activities, and account team collaboration across multiple markets
- Maintain accurate client, opportunity, and sales data within CRM and sales tracking systems
- Conduct client, market, and procurement research to support business development strategies and growth opportunities
- Assist with proposals and pursuit activities, including scheduling, compliance reviews, content coordination, and submission support
- Support account planning, client follow-up activities, industry events, sponsorships, and market visibility initiatives
- Facilitate coordination among business development, sales, marketing, and operations teams to help advance strategic priorities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, public administration, planning, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Four or more years of experience supporting business development, sales operations, client account management, marketing, or project teams within a professional services environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder requests
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare professional materials and interact effectively with diverse audiences
- Demonstrated ability to track actions, maintain accurate records, and coordinate activities with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and ability to exercise sound professional judgment and confidentiality
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the architecture, engineering, construction, environmental, infrastructure, or related professional services industry
- Familiarity with CRM, pipeline management, or sales tracking platforms such as Salesforce or similar systems
- Experience supporting procurement tracking and internal business development approval processes
- Experience coordinating proposals, pursuits, or client account activities
- Knowledge of procurement portals, Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, or similar business development tools
- Experience supporting client-facing events, sponsorships, industry conferences, or market engagement activities
COMPENSATION
- Posted Salary Range: Minimum $78,000.00
- Posted Salary Range: Upper $121,800.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $78,000.00 to $121,800.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 02, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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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.