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Onboarding Specialist roles sit at the intersection of HR operations and compliance, making them a natural fit for H-1B visa sponsorship at mid-to-large employers with established HR infrastructure. These positions typically qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards when they require a bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational psychology, or a related field.
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At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.
Description of Job
Western Colorado University seeks strategic-thinking, people-focused, and highly detail-oriented applicants for the full-time position of Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist.
This in-person position (located on the Gunnison, Colorado campus) reports to the Director of Human Resources and works closely with our HR Team. This position serves as a bridge between sourcing top external talent and supporting the engagement of Western’s current employees.
Responsibilities
The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist oversees full-cycle recruitment and hiring processes for all non-student positions. Through candidate outreach, prospect management, and pipeline development, this position will partner with University stakeholders to creatively and proactively source job candidates. This position will also work closely with hiring managers and search committees to manage job postings and advertisements, coordinate search processes, ensure legal/regulatory compliance in hiring practices, and generate offer letters.
As a welcoming resource for new employees, this position will coordinate all administrative aspects of onboarding. This work includes communicating requirements, tracking completion of onboarding documentation and mandatory training, facilitating system access, and serving as a point of contact for inquiries.
To strengthen the new hire experience, this position will develop and implement orientation programming that covers University mission, policies, and values. The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist will also participate in exciting institutional initiatives centered around employee support and belonging and inclusive campus culture.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field; or Bachelor’s degree in any field and three (3) years of work experience in Human Resources
Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience in Human Resources or a closely related administrative role
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage and execute highly detailed work accurately
- Proficiency with databases and office software, including Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms
- Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals
- Ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects simultaneously and receiving large volumes of information
- Ability to prioritize competing tasks and meet strict deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
- Experience in higher education, governmental, or public sector Human Resources
- Experience administering the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of FLSA, Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, and other applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations
- Familiarity with the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including Recruiting and HCM modules
Compensation
$60,000 - $65,000 annual base salary; position is FLSA exempt and non-classified. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
Application Procedure
Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Maria BonDurant, resume, and contact information for three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to the search committee chair at mkbondurant@western.edu. Application deadline is July 7, 2026 (at 11:59 pm).
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.
Department Information
At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.
Description of Job
Western Colorado University seeks strategic-thinking, people-focused, and highly detail-oriented applicants for the full-time position of Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist.
This in-person position (located on the Gunnison, Colorado campus) reports to the Director of Human Resources and works closely with our HR Team. This position serves as a bridge between sourcing top external talent and supporting the engagement of Western’s current employees.
Responsibilities
The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist oversees full-cycle recruitment and hiring processes for all non-student positions. Through candidate outreach, prospect management, and pipeline development, this position will partner with University stakeholders to creatively and proactively source job candidates. This position will also work closely with hiring managers and search committees to manage job postings and advertisements, coordinate search processes, ensure legal/regulatory compliance in hiring practices, and generate offer letters.
As a welcoming resource for new employees, this position will coordinate all administrative aspects of onboarding. This work includes communicating requirements, tracking completion of onboarding documentation and mandatory training, facilitating system access, and serving as a point of contact for inquiries.
To strengthen the new hire experience, this position will develop and implement orientation programming that covers University mission, policies, and values. The Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist will also participate in exciting institutional initiatives centered around employee support and belonging and inclusive campus culture.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field; or Bachelor’s degree in any field and three (3) years of work experience in Human Resources
Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience in Human Resources or a closely related administrative role
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage and execute highly detailed work accurately
- Proficiency with databases and office software, including Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms
- Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals
- Ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects simultaneously and receiving large volumes of information
- Ability to prioritize competing tasks and meet strict deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
- Experience in higher education, governmental, or public sector Human Resources
- Experience administering the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of FLSA, Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, and other applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations
- Familiarity with the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including Recruiting and HCM modules
Compensation
$60,000 - $65,000 annual base salary; position is FLSA exempt and non-classified. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
Application Procedure
Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Maria BonDurant, resume, and contact information for three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to the search committee chair at mkbondurant@western.edu. Application deadline is July 7, 2026 (at 11:59 pm).
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.
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Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Onboarding Specialist duties. A degree in HR, organizational behavior, or industrial psychology maps cleanly. A general business degree can work but may trigger an RFE requesting documentation of the connection.
Target employers with dedicated HR departments
Companies large enough to have standalone HR operations are far more likely to file H-1B petitions for onboarding roles than small businesses that treat onboarding as a shared duty. Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in HR-related occupations.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job zone. Run your offer through the OFLC Wage Search using the HR Specialists SOC code to confirm compliance before signing anything.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment during the offer stage
Onboarding Specialists often administer E-Verify themselves, so confirm your employer is already enrolled before your start date. An employer that isn't enrolled cannot legally onboard you, and H-1B status doesn't waive that requirement.
Align your start date with the H-1B cap timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions have an October 1 earliest start date. If your lottery registration is selected, build your offer negotiation around that constraint so your employer can plan the I-129 filing well ahead of the deadline USCIS sets.
Document your onboarding program ownership for the LCA
Your employer needs to demonstrate the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Gather evidence that your position requires specialized knowledge: program design responsibilities, systems administration, or compliance workflows tied to a specific degree field, not general administrative tasks.
H-1B Visa Onboarding Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Onboarding Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. USCIS looks at whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Onboarding Specialist jobs that involve HR systems administration, compliance program design, or structured new-hire curriculum development tend to qualify. Roles framed as general administrative support are more vulnerable to an RFE. Your employer's job description needs to reflect the specialized nature of the work.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Onboarding Specialist positions?
Mid-to-large employers with dedicated HR departments are the most consistent sponsors for onboarding roles. Technology companies, healthcare systems, and financial institutions with high hiring volumes regularly file LCAs for HR Specialist positions. You can search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B filing history in HR-related job codes, which is more reliable than filtering by company size alone.
What SOC code applies to Onboarding Specialist jobs for the H-1B LCA?
Most Onboarding Specialist roles fall under SOC 13-1071 (Human Resources Specialists) or SOC 11-3121 (Human Resources Managers), depending on whether the position carries supervisory responsibilities. Your employer selects the code when filing the LCA with DOL. The code affects the prevailing wage your employer must certify, so confirm it matches your actual duties before the filing is submitted.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change Onboarding Specialist jobs?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided your current H-1B is valid and you haven't had a gap in authorized status. The new employer must file a new LCA and I-129 before your start date with them.
What documentation should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
Gather your official degree transcripts and diploma, any relevant certifications such as SHRM-CP or PHR, and a detailed job description that connects your degree field to the onboarding duties you'll perform. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator is typically required. USCIS uses this documentation to confirm specialty occupation eligibility, so gaps here are the most common source of RFEs for HR roles.