H-1B Visa Environmental Project Coordinator Jobs
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Get Access To All JobsJob Purpose or Objective(s): You will implement Choctaw Nation’s environmental programs for all tribal facilities, fee and trust lands. You will report to the Environmental Compliance Officer.
Monday-Friday, 8: 00am-4:30pm
Applicants with demonstrated experience working with federal agencies are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience collaborating with organizations such as the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is highly desirable. Candidates should have a strong understanding of federal regulations, grant or contract requirements, interagency coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
Primary Tasks:
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You will assure compliance with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations for Choctaw Nation facilities by scheduling, conducting, documenting, and following up on sample collections, inspections, and walk throughs.
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You will audit and compile data to ensure it meets Federal guidelines. Complete reviews and assessments and submit to for review and signatures.
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You will respond to Choctaw Nation internal requests for environmental related assistance.
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You will train site staff on responsibilities associated with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations.
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You will maintain necessary technical and laboratory certifications to conduct assigned tasks. Analyze data.
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You will maintain Choctaw Nation environmental policies.
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You will implement environmental policies and best management practices.
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You will maintain good documentation of all job-related activities.
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You will compile quarterly progress reports. Complete status and progress reporting documents per program goals. Review monthly financial reports and maintain budget spreadsheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets). Maintain and revise grant goals and budget and monitor line-item fluctuations to complete funding obligations.
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Other tasks as assigned by management.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a science related field and three [3] years of related work in the environmental field, OR seven [7] years of directly related experience in lieu of education.
- Environmental Certification in a related program (UST, lead based paint, asbestos, mold, safe drinking water, etc.)
- Work independently or in a group and manage priorities independently.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Job Purpose or Objective(s): You will implement Choctaw Nation’s environmental programs for all tribal facilities, fee and trust lands. You will report to the Environmental Compliance Officer.
Monday-Friday, 8: 00am-4:30pm
Applicants with demonstrated experience working with federal agencies are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience collaborating with organizations such as the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is highly desirable. Candidates should have a strong understanding of federal regulations, grant or contract requirements, interagency coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
Primary Tasks:
-
You will assure compliance with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations for Choctaw Nation facilities by scheduling, conducting, documenting, and following up on sample collections, inspections, and walk throughs.
-
You will audit and compile data to ensure it meets Federal guidelines. Complete reviews and assessments and submit to for review and signatures.
-
You will respond to Choctaw Nation internal requests for environmental related assistance.
-
You will train site staff on responsibilities associated with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations.
-
You will maintain necessary technical and laboratory certifications to conduct assigned tasks. Analyze data.
-
You will maintain Choctaw Nation environmental policies.
-
You will implement environmental policies and best management practices.
-
You will maintain good documentation of all job-related activities.
-
You will compile quarterly progress reports. Complete status and progress reporting documents per program goals. Review monthly financial reports and maintain budget spreadsheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets). Maintain and revise grant goals and budget and monitor line-item fluctuations to complete funding obligations.
-
Other tasks as assigned by management.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a science related field and three [3] years of related work in the environmental field, OR seven [7] years of directly related experience in lieu of education.
- Environmental Certification in a related program (UST, lead based paint, asbestos, mold, safe drinking water, etc.)
- Work independently or in a group and manage priorities independently.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Project Coordinator
Match your degree to your SOC code
Environmental Project Coordinator roles file under SOC codes like 17-2081 or 19-2041. USCIS requires your degree field to directly match the occupation. A general science degree may trigger an RFE if the job description lists engineering-specific duties.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the prevailing wage for your exact SOC code and work location before salary negotiations. Your offer must meet at least the Level I wage, and some employers set LCA wages at Level II or higher.
Target employers with LCA filings in your sector
Use Migrate Mate to filter Environmental Project Coordinator roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're only applying to companies that have already sponsored workers in environmental and engineering occupations.
Flag E-Verify enrollment during the offer stage
Ask whether the employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an offer. Federal contractors and STEM OPT employers are required to be enrolled, and E-Verify status affects your cap-gap and OPT extension protections if you're transitioning from F-1.
Prepare a specialty occupation memo for project roles
Coordinator titles face more H-1B scrutiny than engineering titles because adjudicators question whether coordination work requires a specific bachelor's degree. Ask your employer's counsel to document that the role involves technical environmental assessments, not general project management.
Confirm project locations before your LCA is filed
Environmental project work often involves multiple field sites. If you'll work at locations not listed on the certified LCA, your employer must file a new or amended LCA for each worksite city. Mismatched worksites are a compliance risk that can affect your status.
H-1B Visa Environmental Project Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Project Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but the employer must demonstrate the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field such as environmental science, civil engineering, or environmental engineering. Generic coordinator duties that don't require field-specific knowledge are harder to defend. The job description and the employer's internal requirements both factor into USCIS's assessment.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing an H-1B for this role?
Most employers file Environmental Project Coordinator positions under SOC 17-2081 (Environmental Engineers) or 19-2041 (Environmental Scientists and Specialists). The right code depends on whether your duties are primarily engineering-based or science-based. The SOC code determines your prevailing wage requirement, so misclassification can create compliance problems even after approval.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for environmental project roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search Environmental Project Coordinator jobs filtered by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history in environmental and engineering occupations. This saves time compared to applying broadly, since many environmental consulting firms and government contractors have established sponsorship processes for technical roles.
Can I work on multiple project sites while on H-1B status as an Environmental Project Coordinator?
Yes, but each worksite city where you'll spend more than a brief time must be covered by a certified LCA. Your employer is responsible for posting the LCA notice at each new location and filing amendments if your primary worksite changes. Field-intensive environmental roles require closer LCA management than office-based positions.
What credentials strengthen an H-1B petition for an Environmental Project Coordinator?
A bachelor's or higher degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a closely related field is the foundation. Professional certifications such as LEED, HAZWOPER, or state environmental professional designations support the specialty occupation argument by showing the role requires ongoing technical training. O*NET also lists the occupation's typical education and knowledge requirements, which petitions often reference.