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Event Officer jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring employers typically sit at the intersection of project management, logistics, and stakeholder coordination, duties that employers frame around a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, communications, or a related field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Roles span corporate events, nonprofit convenings, and university programming offices.
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The San Francisco Police Department was established in 1849 and continually strives to become a more effective, inclusive and modern police department, while earning the trust and pride of those we serve and those who serve. Our goal is to reflect on current SFPD initiatives, assess best practices across the country, and evaluate the changing environment in policing and within the City to arrive at a strategy statement that the Department and our community can embody every day.
The San Francisco Police Department stands for Safety and Respect for All. We will engage in just transparent unbiased and responsive policing. We will do so in the spirit of dignity and in collaboration with the community. And we will maintain and build trust and respect as the guardians of Constitutional and human rights.
The San Francisco Police Department is committed to excellence in law enforcement and is dedicated to the people, traditions and diversity of our City. The department provides service with understanding, response with compassion, performance with integrity and law enforcement with vision. The department has grown into a nationally known police department providing law enforcement services to one of the most recognized cities in the United States.
Job Description
The San Francisco Police Department is seeking Retired Peace Officers with valid POST certification and Reserve Level-I Peace Officers to join a highly respected police department that serves a diverse community in one of the most beautiful cities in the country as a Special Events Officer. San Francisco Special Event Police Officers perform a wide variety of duties to promote public safety and security in and around the various event centers, city-wide events and other city venues.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (please note that the following eligibility requirements will be verified during Background Investigation)
- Education: Applicants must be a United States High School Graduate or have passed a G.E.D. or the California High School Proficiency Examination, or have an AA or higher degree from a United States accredited college or university.
- Driver’s License: Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to operate an automobile at the time of application and throughout the selection process. Possession of a valid California Driver License is required prior to the date of hire.
- Must have passed a patrol-based Field Training Program with home agency as required by POST
- Must be at least 21 years of age for specified peace officers (GC 1031.4)
- Judicial Record: Applicants must NOT have been:
- Convicted of a felony.
- Convicted of an offense involving domestic violence.
- Convicted of any misdemeanor that carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession or control or a firearm; or
-
Restricted from employment with the City and County of San Francisco.
-
Retired with at least two (2) years’ experience as a Peace Officer with a California Law Enforcement Agency and possession of at least a valid Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training; OR
- Currently working or having at least two years’ experience as a Level-I Reserve Peace Officer with a California Law Enforcement Agency with a valid California POST (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) Certificate or Basic Course Waiver (BCW).
PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Must meet and maintain required peace officer employment standards as required by POST.
- Retirees who were medically retired (industrial or non-industrial) should confirm with their retirement plan that accepting employment as an “as-needed” San Francisco Special Events Officer will not jeopardize their pension.
- Must possess the strength and physical ability necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Must possess hearing, speech and mental capabilities sufficient to perform all of the essential functions of the position.
- Must be willing to be fingerprinted, pass a departmental interview, psychological, medical, and background investigation prior to appointment.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Will be required to work special events
- Will be required to work odd and unusual hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Will be required to provide safety equipment (defined as ballistic vest, duty belt and related equipment). Firearm will be provided by San Francisco Police Dept.
Additional Information
Verification of Education and Experience: POST Certificates or Basic Course Waiver must be submitted with your application. Copies of certificates can be uploaded to your application.
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.
Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included in your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.
Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility or disqualification.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Click on the "Apply Now" button on the top or bottom of this page. Follow instructions on the screen to begin the application process.
Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up to date. To update your contact information, go to https://www.smartr.me/public/sign-in. Failure to maintain current contact information may result in loss of eligibility.
Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses @sfgov.org and @smartrecruiters.com).
Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.
For questions about the selection process, you may contact the San Francisco Police Department Recruitment Unit.
Recruiter Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the Sr. Human Resources Analyst, Joron Coleman at joron.coleman@sfgov.org.
Background Investigation: Prior to employment with the San Francisco Police Department, a thorough background investigation will be conducted to determine the candidate’s suitability for employment. The investigation may include, but not be limited to: criminal history records, driving records, drug/alcohol screening, and other related employment and personal history records. Reasons for rejection may include use of controlled substances and alcohol, felony conviction, repeated or serious violations of the law, inability to work with co-workers, inability to accept supervision, inability to follow rules and regulations or other relevant factors. Candidates may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening and must clear Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprinting. Criminal records will be carefully reviewed; candidates who do not report their complete criminal records on their applications will be disqualified. Applicants will be fingerprinted.
Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:
- Information About The Hiring Process
- Conviction History
- Employee Benefits Overview
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Disaster Service Worker
- ADA Accommodation
- Right to Work
- Copies of Application Documents
- Diversity Statement
The City and County of San Francisco encourage women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
Company Description
The San Francisco Police Department was established in 1849 and continually strives to become a more effective, inclusive and modern police department, while earning the trust and pride of those we serve and those who serve. Our goal is to reflect on current SFPD initiatives, assess best practices across the country, and evaluate the changing environment in policing and within the City to arrive at a strategy statement that the Department and our community can embody every day.
The San Francisco Police Department stands for Safety and Respect for All. We will engage in just transparent unbiased and responsive policing. We will do so in the spirit of dignity and in collaboration with the community. And we will maintain and build trust and respect as the guardians of Constitutional and human rights.
The San Francisco Police Department is committed to excellence in law enforcement and is dedicated to the people, traditions and diversity of our City. The department provides service with understanding, response with compassion, performance with integrity and law enforcement with vision. The department has grown into a nationally known police department providing law enforcement services to one of the most recognized cities in the United States.
Job Description
The San Francisco Police Department is seeking Retired Peace Officers with valid POST certification and Reserve Level-I Peace Officers to join a highly respected police department that serves a diverse community in one of the most beautiful cities in the country as a Special Events Officer. San Francisco Special Event Police Officers perform a wide variety of duties to promote public safety and security in and around the various event centers, city-wide events and other city venues.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (please note that the following eligibility requirements will be verified during Background Investigation)
- Education: Applicants must be a United States High School Graduate or have passed a G.E.D. or the California High School Proficiency Examination, or have an AA or higher degree from a United States accredited college or university.
- Driver’s License: Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to operate an automobile at the time of application and throughout the selection process. Possession of a valid California Driver License is required prior to the date of hire.
- Must have passed a patrol-based Field Training Program with home agency as required by POST
- Must be at least 21 years of age for specified peace officers (GC 1031.4)
- Judicial Record: Applicants must NOT have been:
- Convicted of a felony.
- Convicted of an offense involving domestic violence.
- Convicted of any misdemeanor that carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession or control or a firearm; or
-
Restricted from employment with the City and County of San Francisco.
-
Retired with at least two (2) years’ experience as a Peace Officer with a California Law Enforcement Agency and possession of at least a valid Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training; OR
- Currently working or having at least two years’ experience as a Level-I Reserve Peace Officer with a California Law Enforcement Agency with a valid California POST (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) Certificate or Basic Course Waiver (BCW).
PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Must meet and maintain required peace officer employment standards as required by POST.
- Retirees who were medically retired (industrial or non-industrial) should confirm with their retirement plan that accepting employment as an “as-needed” San Francisco Special Events Officer will not jeopardize their pension.
- Must possess the strength and physical ability necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Must possess hearing, speech and mental capabilities sufficient to perform all of the essential functions of the position.
- Must be willing to be fingerprinted, pass a departmental interview, psychological, medical, and background investigation prior to appointment.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Will be required to work special events
- Will be required to work odd and unusual hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Will be required to provide safety equipment (defined as ballistic vest, duty belt and related equipment). Firearm will be provided by San Francisco Police Dept.
Additional Information
Verification of Education and Experience: POST Certificates or Basic Course Waiver must be submitted with your application. Copies of certificates can be uploaded to your application.
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.
Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included in your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.
Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility or disqualification.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Click on the "Apply Now" button on the top or bottom of this page. Follow instructions on the screen to begin the application process.
Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up to date. To update your contact information, go to https://www.smartr.me/public/sign-in. Failure to maintain current contact information may result in loss of eligibility.
Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses @sfgov.org and @smartrecruiters.com).
Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.
For questions about the selection process, you may contact the San Francisco Police Department Recruitment Unit.
Recruiter Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the Sr. Human Resources Analyst, Joron Coleman at joron.coleman@sfgov.org.
Background Investigation: Prior to employment with the San Francisco Police Department, a thorough background investigation will be conducted to determine the candidate’s suitability for employment. The investigation may include, but not be limited to: criminal history records, driving records, drug/alcohol screening, and other related employment and personal history records. Reasons for rejection may include use of controlled substances and alcohol, felony conviction, repeated or serious violations of the law, inability to work with co-workers, inability to accept supervision, inability to follow rules and regulations or other relevant factors. Candidates may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening and must clear Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprinting. Criminal records will be carefully reviewed; candidates who do not report their complete criminal records on their applications will be disqualified. Applicants will be fingerprinted.
Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:
- Information About The Hiring Process
- Conviction History
- Employee Benefits Overview
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Disaster Service Worker
- ADA Accommodation
- Right to Work
- Copies of Application Documents
- Diversity Statement
The City and County of San Francisco encourage women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Event Officer
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS requires Event Officer roles to demonstrate a direct connection between your specific degree field and the job's core duties. Document how your hospitality, communications, or marketing degree maps to budget management, vendor negotiation, and program design, not just logistics coordination.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer must certify your salary meets DOL's prevailing wage for Event Officer roles in that specific metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 13-1121 before accepting an offer so you know the minimum your LCA must list.
Target employers with event departments at scale
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for event and meeting management roles. Organizations running recurring corporate conferences, trade shows, or large nonprofit galas are more likely to have established sponsorship workflows than one-off event production shops.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your Event Officer role involves on-site execution at venues not listed in the original LCA, your employer must file a new certified LCA for each worksite before you work there. Raise this with HR early when your role involves traveling to client or partner locations.
Build a portfolio that shows degree-level scope
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize event roles closely. Compile project documentation showing budget authority, cross-functional team leadership, and strategic program design. Evidence that you operate at an analytical or managerial level strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically
If your sponsoring employer eliminates your Event Officer position, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor. Start outreach immediately and prioritize employers who have filed H-1B petitions before, since they already understand the process and timelines involved.
H-1B Visa Event Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Event Officer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The role qualifies only when the employer structures it around duties that normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific related field, such as hospitality management, communications, marketing, or business administration. Employers sponsoring H-1B holders for Event Officer positions document that the job requires theoretical and practical application of that degree, not just coordination or logistics experience. O*NET classifies meeting, convention, and event planners at job zone 3, so the degree requirement must be explicit in the job description and supported in the LCA and I-129 petition.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Event Officer jobs?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Event Officer and meeting management roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Focus on large corporations with internal events teams, universities with conference services departments, healthcare systems hosting medical education events, and professional associations with annual convenings, since these organizations file petitions repeatedly and have HR teams familiar with the sponsorship process.
What documents should I prepare before applying for H-1B-sponsored Event Officer roles?
Gather your official degree transcripts and diploma showing the specific field of study, any credential evaluations if your degree is from outside the U.S., a portfolio demonstrating budget authority and program design work, and reference letters from supervisors who can speak to the degree-level nature of your duties. Your employer's attorney will use these materials to build the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition, so having them ready before an offer speeds the filing timeline significantly.
How long does H-1B status last for an Event Officer, and can it be extended?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years. Extensions beyond six years require the employer to have an active green card process at a qualifying stage under immigration law. If your employer is not pursuing permanent residency sponsorship for you, plan your career timeline around the six-year cap.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer cancels a major event program and my role changes?
A material change in your job duties, worksite, or salary requires your employer to file an amended I-129 petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. If your Event Officer role shifts significantly, such as moving from strategic program management to purely operational tasks, the amended petition must still demonstrate specialty occupation. If the role is eliminated entirely, you have a 60-day grace period to secure a new H-1B sponsor.