H-1B Visa Operations Officer Jobs
H-1B visa jobs as an Operations Officer sit at the intersection of business administration and specialty occupation eligibility. Employers in logistics, finance, healthcare, and technology regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for this role when the position requires degree-level analytical, process-management, or systems-coordination work.
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Salary Range:
$83,530.00 - $133,471.00 Annually
Starting Pay:
$100,177.00 Annually
Get to Know Us
Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
Job Summary
The Chief of Park Maintenance & Turf Management oversees the planning, coordination, and implementation of all park maintenance, turf management, and horticultural operations within Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP). This leadership role is responsible for ensuring that the city’s parks, athletic fields, landscaped areas, and open spaces are maintained to the highest standards of safety, functionality, and aesthetics. The incumbent will supervise professional, technical, and field maintenance staff, manage operational budgets, oversee contracted services, and develop strategic initiatives to enhance sustainability and efficiency in park and turf operations.
Essential Functions
- Direct and manage the operations of the Park Maintenance and Turf Management divisions, ensuring effective maintenance of athletic fields, open spaces, and landscaped areas citywide.
- Develop and implement comprehensive turf and landscape maintenance plans, including aeration, fertilization, irrigation, and pest management programs.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate staff, including supervisors, equipment operators, and laborers, ensuring adherence to safety and performance standards.
- Collaborate with Recreation, Forestry, Capital Projects, and Facility Management divisions to coordinate maintenance activities and support park improvement initiatives.
- Monitor and manage division budgets, expenditures, and inventory of equipment and supplies.
- Prepare and present reports, maintenance schedules, and performance metrics to department leadership.
- Oversee contract development, procurement, and vendor management for outsourced maintenance and turf services.
- Develop and enforce maintenance standards and operational procedures consistent with best practices in urban park management.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and labor regulations.
- Respond to emergency maintenance situations, weather events, and public concerns as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Management, Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
AND
Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in park maintenance, grounds management, or turf operations, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial role.
OR
Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and be eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH THE APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF APPLYING.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of modern turf and park maintenance techniques, equipment, and best practices.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
- Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in budgeting, data management, and operational reporting.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, and community partners.
Additional Information
Background Check
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed.
Probation
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-MONTH mandatory probation.
Financial Disclosure
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION
Salary Range:
$83,530.00 - $133,471.00 Annually
Starting Pay:
$100,177.00 Annually
Get to Know Us
Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
Job Summary
The Chief of Park Maintenance & Turf Management oversees the planning, coordination, and implementation of all park maintenance, turf management, and horticultural operations within Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP). This leadership role is responsible for ensuring that the city’s parks, athletic fields, landscaped areas, and open spaces are maintained to the highest standards of safety, functionality, and aesthetics. The incumbent will supervise professional, technical, and field maintenance staff, manage operational budgets, oversee contracted services, and develop strategic initiatives to enhance sustainability and efficiency in park and turf operations.
Essential Functions
- Direct and manage the operations of the Park Maintenance and Turf Management divisions, ensuring effective maintenance of athletic fields, open spaces, and landscaped areas citywide.
- Develop and implement comprehensive turf and landscape maintenance plans, including aeration, fertilization, irrigation, and pest management programs.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate staff, including supervisors, equipment operators, and laborers, ensuring adherence to safety and performance standards.
- Collaborate with Recreation, Forestry, Capital Projects, and Facility Management divisions to coordinate maintenance activities and support park improvement initiatives.
- Monitor and manage division budgets, expenditures, and inventory of equipment and supplies.
- Prepare and present reports, maintenance schedules, and performance metrics to department leadership.
- Oversee contract development, procurement, and vendor management for outsourced maintenance and turf services.
- Develop and enforce maintenance standards and operational procedures consistent with best practices in urban park management.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and labor regulations.
- Respond to emergency maintenance situations, weather events, and public concerns as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Management, Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
AND
Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in park maintenance, grounds management, or turf operations, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial role.
OR
Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and be eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH THE APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF APPLYING.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of modern turf and park maintenance techniques, equipment, and best practices.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
- Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in budgeting, data management, and operational reporting.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, and community partners.
Additional Information
Background Check
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed.
Probation
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-MONTH mandatory probation.
Financial Disclosure
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Align your degree to the role
Operations Officer H-1B visa eligibility turns on whether your specific duties require a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Frame your resume and cover letter around analytical, systems, or process-engineering responsibilities that map to your degree discipline, not general management tasks.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
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 Level I through Level IV wages for Operations Officer roles in your target metro before you receive an offer.
Target companies with active H-1B LCA history
Search Migrate Mate to find employers who have already filed certified LCAs for Operations Officer or related operations roles. Prior filing history signals that HR and legal teams understand the H-1B process, reducing delays caused by employer inexperience.
Confirm each worksite needs its own LCA
If your Operations Officer role involves managing multiple facilities or rotating between sites, each distinct worksite requires its own certified LCA before you work there. Raise this with your employer's immigration counsel early so the petition covers every location from day one.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation duties
Pull the official O*NET profile for your target SOC code and cross-reference the listed tasks against your job description. Highlight duties that explicitly require a bachelor's degree or higher, giving USCIS clear evidence that the position meets specialty occupation standards.
Account for cap selection timing in your job search
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so plan your offer and start-date timeline carefully with your employer. Cap-exempt employers such as universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government entities can file year-round and avoid selection uncertainty entirely.
H-1B Visa Operations Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operations Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer structures the position. When the role requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineering, supply chain management, finance, or a directly related field as a minimum requirement, it typically qualifies. Roles framed around general supervision or clerical coordination without a degree requirement do not meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Operations Officer positions?
Financial services, healthcare systems, technology companies, and logistics and supply chain firms are among the most active H-1B sponsors for Operations Officer roles. These industries regularly structure the position around degree-level analytical and systems work, which supports specialty occupation approval. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by industry on Migrate Mate.
How long does H-1B status last for an Operations 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 are possible only if you have an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending labor certification that has been on file for at least 365 days, allowing you to continue in H-1B status while pursuing permanent residence.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Operations Officer role changes significantly within the same company?
A material change in job duties, worksite, or job title may require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. If your responsibilities shift from operations coordination to a substantially different function, the existing petition may no longer accurately describe your role, triggering an amendment obligation. Confirm the threshold with your employer's immigration counsel.
Can my employer sponsor my H-1B if the Operations Officer role spans multiple office locations?
Yes, but each work location requires its own certified Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before you begin working there. A single LCA covers only the specific worksite listed on the application. If your role involves managing operations across several facilities, your employer must file separate LCAs for each site and post required notices at every location.