H-1B Visa Director of Public Affairs Jobs
Director of Public Affairs jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers sit squarely in specialty occupation territory: the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in communications, public policy, political science, or a related field. Employers file an LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting status for up to three years, extendable to six.
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KVH is an integrated healthcare delivery system that includes 24-hour emergency care, inpatient, and outpatient hospital services through KVH Hospital. Clinics and services provided include family medicine, internal medicine, a geriatric nurse practitioner program, home health and hospice, physical therapy, orthopedics, general surgery, pediatrics, women’s health, and urgent care.
Kittitas Valley Healthcare expects all employees to uphold our Vision & Mission. The KVH Vision, Mission & Guiding Principles can be found at http://www.kvhealthcare.org/mission-and-vision.
KVH puts ‘employee care’ high on the priority list, with health benefits like low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance and a robust employee wellness program. KVH offers company contribution toward your choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including coverage available for spouses/ domestic partners, and dependent children. KVH believes that continuing education is critical to our mission and vision. We have implemented many educational programs such as the Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program and certification pay to encourage continuing education. We want our employees to know they are valued. One of the ways we show this is by quickly vesting employees, making them pension eligible after just one year of part-time status. To view more details about the comprehensive benefits package we offer to eligible employees visit our website -
Benefits - KV Healthcare
Job Description
The Director leads a small, hands-on department and is expected to be equally strong as a strategist, a team and project manager, and a producer of high-quality work. Every departmental project should advance a KVH strategic priority, and the Director sets that direction with the CEO and Executive Committee, builds the systems and team to deliver it, and personally develops content. The Director reports to the CEO and develops and implements strategies that strengthen the organization’s reputation, engage the community, and support business goals. This role manages marketing, public and media relations, internal and external events, and digital communication. The director leads initiatives that connect patients, families, employees, and community partners, ensuring alignment with organizational values and strategic priorities. The director also builds relationships with, and provides services to Kittitas County Public Hospital District #2 (Medic One) and the KVH Foundation and serves as the Public Information Officer (PIO) in emergency activations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, business, healthcare administration, or a related field.
Five (5) years of progressive experience in communications, marketing, public affairs, healthcare operations, media relations and strategic project management.
Two (2) years directly managing staff, programs, projects, and outside vendors.
Two (2) years demonstrated experience managing a budget and contracts.
Demonstrated use of generative AI tools for writing, content, analysis, and workflows.
Completion of ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, IS-800, and IS-29 within 12 months of hire and FEMA Public Information Basics (E/L/G 0105) within 24 months of hire.
What is preferred...
Master’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, business, healthcare administration, or a related field.
Experience in healthcare, a public hospital district, or another public-sector or regulated environment.
Hands-on experience with digital channels: website content management, social media, and analytics.
Experience assessing and redesigning a team, workflow, or vendor model.
Experience working with elected officials, boards, or public agencies, including government relations or policy advocacy.
Website and intranet administration experience.
Experience with team collaboration and project management tools such as Monday.com or Smartsheet.
Additional Information
Wage: Wage range currently starts at $107,000/year and goes up to $153,400/year. Actual wage will be based on years' of applicable experience.
FTE: 1.0 = 40 hours/week
Schedule: Primarily days; Monday through Friday; 8:00a - 4:30p
Benefits: This position is benefits eligible
Union: This position is non-union
Company Description
KVH is an integrated healthcare delivery system that includes 24-hour emergency care, inpatient, and outpatient hospital services through KVH Hospital. Clinics and services provided include family medicine, internal medicine, a geriatric nurse practitioner program, home health and hospice, physical therapy, orthopedics, general surgery, pediatrics, women’s health, and urgent care.
Kittitas Valley Healthcare expects all employees to uphold our Vision & Mission. The KVH Vision, Mission & Guiding Principles can be found at http://www.kvhealthcare.org/mission-and-vision.
KVH puts ‘employee care’ high on the priority list, with health benefits like low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance and a robust employee wellness program. KVH offers company contribution toward your choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including coverage available for spouses/ domestic partners, and dependent children. KVH believes that continuing education is critical to our mission and vision. We have implemented many educational programs such as the Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program and certification pay to encourage continuing education. We want our employees to know they are valued. One of the ways we show this is by quickly vesting employees, making them pension eligible after just one year of part-time status. To view more details about the comprehensive benefits package we offer to eligible employees visit our website -
Benefits - KV Healthcare
Job Description
The Director leads a small, hands-on department and is expected to be equally strong as a strategist, a team and project manager, and a producer of high-quality work. Every departmental project should advance a KVH strategic priority, and the Director sets that direction with the CEO and Executive Committee, builds the systems and team to deliver it, and personally develops content. The Director reports to the CEO and develops and implements strategies that strengthen the organization’s reputation, engage the community, and support business goals. This role manages marketing, public and media relations, internal and external events, and digital communication. The director leads initiatives that connect patients, families, employees, and community partners, ensuring alignment with organizational values and strategic priorities. The director also builds relationships with, and provides services to Kittitas County Public Hospital District #2 (Medic One) and the KVH Foundation and serves as the Public Information Officer (PIO) in emergency activations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, business, healthcare administration, or a related field.
Five (5) years of progressive experience in communications, marketing, public affairs, healthcare operations, media relations and strategic project management.
Two (2) years directly managing staff, programs, projects, and outside vendors.
Two (2) years demonstrated experience managing a budget and contracts.
Demonstrated use of generative AI tools for writing, content, analysis, and workflows.
Completion of ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, IS-800, and IS-29 within 12 months of hire and FEMA Public Information Basics (E/L/G 0105) within 24 months of hire.
What is preferred...
Master’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, business, healthcare administration, or a related field.
Experience in healthcare, a public hospital district, or another public-sector or regulated environment.
Hands-on experience with digital channels: website content management, social media, and analytics.
Experience assessing and redesigning a team, workflow, or vendor model.
Experience working with elected officials, boards, or public agencies, including government relations or policy advocacy.
Website and intranet administration experience.
Experience with team collaboration and project management tools such as Monday.com or Smartsheet.
Additional Information
Wage: Wage range currently starts at $107,000/year and goes up to $153,400/year. Actual wage will be based on years' of applicable experience.
FTE: 1.0 = 40 hours/week
Schedule: Primarily days; Monday through Friday; 8:00a - 4:30p
Benefits: This position is benefits eligible
Union: This position is non-union
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Director of Public Affairs
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to public affairs duties. A political science, communications, or public policy degree maps cleanly. If your degree is in an adjacent field, document how your coursework aligns with government relations, media strategy, or legislative analysis.
Verify prevailing wages before salary talks
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the correct wage level before you negotiate, so you can flag any offer that falls short of what USCIS will accept.
Target organizations with government affairs functions
Corporations, trade associations, universities, and nonprofits with dedicated government relations or public policy teams are your strongest sponsorship prospects. These employers already understand specialty occupation framing for public affairs roles and have established LCA filing infrastructure.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-1B sponsors
Filter your job search to employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history in public affairs and communications. Migrate Mate shows verified DOL Labor Condition Application data by employer, so you're applying to organizations that have already sponsored this role type, not guessing at willingness.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If the role requires lobbying in Washington, D.C., while your primary office is elsewhere, your employer needs a separate certified LCA for each worksite. Raise this early with HR or outside counsel, especially for roles that involve regular work at a client site, government office, or second location.
Account for cap timing in your start date
If you're not currently in H-1B status, you're subject to the annual cap and the selection process, which has changed recently. Build at least 12 months of lead time into your job search so an employer can file your petition without rushing, and ask about cap-exempt alternatives if the organization qualifies.
H-1B Visa Director of Public Affairs: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Public Affairs role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as communications, public policy, political science, or government affairs. The employer documents this requirement in the LCA and I-129 petition. Roles framed around executive communications, legislative strategy, or regulatory engagement consistently meet USCIS specialty occupation standards.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for public affairs directors?
Corporations with government relations departments, trade associations, advocacy organizations, universities, and large nonprofits are the most active sponsors for this title. These organizations already have the infrastructure to file LCAs and I-129 petitions for senior communications and policy roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history so you can focus your search on confirmed sponsors.
How does the LCA process work for a Director of Public Affairs position?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL through the FLAG system before submitting your I-129 to USCIS. The LCA certifies the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location, and that hiring you won't adversely affect similarly employed U.S. workers. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days. Each distinct worksite requires its own certified LCA.
Can a Director of Public Affairs transfer H-1B status to a new employer?
Yes, through H-1B portability. Your new employer files an I-129 transfer petition with USCIS, and you can begin work for them as soon as the petition is received, without waiting for approval, as long as you're maintaining valid H-1B status. The new employer must still file a certified LCA for your work location before submitting the petition to USCIS.
Does a Director of Public Affairs role support a green card application?
Yes. H-1B status allows dual intent, meaning you can pursue permanent residence without jeopardizing your nonimmigrant status. Most public affairs directors pursue an employer-sponsored green card through PERM labor certification, typically under the EB-2 or EB-3 category. Some candidates with national-profile policy work may qualify for an EB-1A or EB-2 National Interest Waiver, which bypasses PERM entirely.