H-1B Visa Recruitment Associate Jobs
Recruitment Associate jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at an intersection that most job seekers underestimate: the role must be built around degree-level duties to qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B rules. Employers in staffing, HR consulting, and corporate talent acquisition regularly sponsor Recruitment Associates whose work centers on workforce planning, competency-based candidate assessment, and labor market analysis.
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2925 Chicago Ave
Loading Dock
Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321
Date Posted:
November 11, 2026
Department:
16001018 Human Resources Recruitment
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
- Day shifts
- No Weekends
Job Description:
The Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist is a Talent Acquisition support and operations role rather than a recruiter position. The primary focus is supporting the intake, creation, and posting of job requisitions and other processes that keep hiring moving efficiently. This role also offers an opportunity to build broader Talent Acquisition knowledge through project work and cross-training in areas such as candidate sourcing and recruitment, making it a great opportunity for someone interested in developing a career in Talent Acquisition.
Principle Responsibilities
- Supports the overall recruitment process
- Supports processes related to creation and posting of job requisitions and/or may facilitate the union bidding process, screen and present qualified candidates and bidders for high volume contract and non-contract roles.
- Partners with management and Human Resources colleagues to understand job specifications/requirements, competencies, make salary recommendations and negotiate starting salary with candidates.
- Communicates with applicable stakeholders to identify their business strategies, talent needs, set realistic expectations, establish timeframes, sourcing plans and review talent availability.
- Facilitates a fully compliant recruitment process by leveraging applicant tracking system and standardized tools.
- Evaluates employment factors such as job experience, education and training, skills, knowledge and abilities, licensure and other data pertinent to classification, selection and referral.
- Sources both active and passive candidates, develop networks to ensure constant flow of qualified candidates using various tools such as social media, career fairs, agencies and recruiting contractors.
- Develops a pool of qualified and diverse candidates in advance of need to build networks to find qualified passive candidates.
- Supports the creation of a recruiting and interviewing plan for each open position.
- Conducts phone screens and/or interviews to recruit prospective employees.
- Provides applicants with information on the company, culture, oversee background checks and drug testing, check references and ensure successful hiring and on-boarding process.
- Utilizes workforce plans, data and analytics to influence the recruitment strategy and hiring decision.
- Participates in Talent Acquisition projects.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or related field
- 0 to 2 years' experience and entry level knowledge of full life cycle recruitment including sourcing, prescreening, interviewing and employment law
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years' experience including customer service, general office and administrative experience.
- Experience performing recruitment activities in a union environment
Physical Demands
- Sedentary: Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $27.65 to $37.90 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Location Address:
2925 Chicago Ave
Loading Dock
Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321
Date Posted:
November 11, 2026
Department:
16001018 Human Resources Recruitment
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
- Day shifts
- No Weekends
Job Description:
The Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist is a Talent Acquisition support and operations role rather than a recruiter position. The primary focus is supporting the intake, creation, and posting of job requisitions and other processes that keep hiring moving efficiently. This role also offers an opportunity to build broader Talent Acquisition knowledge through project work and cross-training in areas such as candidate sourcing and recruitment, making it a great opportunity for someone interested in developing a career in Talent Acquisition.
Principle Responsibilities
- Supports the overall recruitment process
- Supports processes related to creation and posting of job requisitions and/or may facilitate the union bidding process, screen and present qualified candidates and bidders for high volume contract and non-contract roles.
- Partners with management and Human Resources colleagues to understand job specifications/requirements, competencies, make salary recommendations and negotiate starting salary with candidates.
- Communicates with applicable stakeholders to identify their business strategies, talent needs, set realistic expectations, establish timeframes, sourcing plans and review talent availability.
- Facilitates a fully compliant recruitment process by leveraging applicant tracking system and standardized tools.
- Evaluates employment factors such as job experience, education and training, skills, knowledge and abilities, licensure and other data pertinent to classification, selection and referral.
- Sources both active and passive candidates, develop networks to ensure constant flow of qualified candidates using various tools such as social media, career fairs, agencies and recruiting contractors.
- Develops a pool of qualified and diverse candidates in advance of need to build networks to find qualified passive candidates.
- Supports the creation of a recruiting and interviewing plan for each open position.
- Conducts phone screens and/or interviews to recruit prospective employees.
- Provides applicants with information on the company, culture, oversee background checks and drug testing, check references and ensure successful hiring and on-boarding process.
- Utilizes workforce plans, data and analytics to influence the recruitment strategy and hiring decision.
- Participates in Talent Acquisition projects.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or related field
- 0 to 2 years' experience and entry level knowledge of full life cycle recruitment including sourcing, prescreening, interviewing and employment law
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years' experience including customer service, general office and administrative experience.
- Experience performing recruitment activities in a union environment
Physical Demands
- Sedentary: Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $27.65 to $37.90 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Recruitment Associate
Frame your credentials around degree-level duties
Your degree field matters as much as the credential itself. HR, organizational psychology, business administration, and industrial relations are the strongest fits. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Recruitment Associate roles to identify the analytical and advisory duties USCIS weighs most heavily in specialty occupation determinations.
Verify prevailing wage before comparing offers
Your H-1B employer must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level for your worksite location. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer so you know whether the stated salary clears the DOL threshold before you sign.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to search Recruitment Associate roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Employers who've certified LCAs for this job title have already navigated the specialty occupation question, which significantly reduces petition risk for your case.
Confirm each worksite appears on your certified LCA
If you're placed at client sites or work across multiple office locations, each worksite must be listed on its own certified LCA before you begin work there. Ask your employer's immigration counsel to clarify the worksite coverage before your start date, not after.
Get your offer letter before the registration window closes
H-1B cap registration requires an employer of record to submit your registration during a window that USCIS announces each year. The selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current timeline with USCIS directly. Securing your offer letter and employer commitment before that window is the step you control.
Account for the 60-day grace period when switching employers
If your current H-1B status ends before a new employer's petition is approved, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and file for a cap-exempt transfer. Recruitment roles at staffing firms sometimes involve client transitions that trigger this window unexpectedly, so plan the timing carefully.
H-1B Visa Recruitment Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Recruitment Associate role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the position is structured. A Recruitment Associate role qualifies when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as human resources, organizational psychology, or business administration, and the actual duties center on analytical or advisory work. Clerical sourcing or administrative support work generally does not meet the specialty occupation standard. Employers sponsoring H-1B holders for this title typically build the role around competency assessment, workforce planning, and labor market analysis to satisfy USCIS requirements.
Which degree fields does USCIS typically accept for Recruitment Associate H-1B petitions?
USCIS looks for a direct relationship between the degree field and the job duties. Human resources management, organizational psychology, industrial relations, and business administration with an HR concentration are the strongest fits. A general business degree may be accepted if the job duties align tightly with organizational behavior or talent strategy. Degrees in unrelated fields create petition risk even when the applicant has years of recruiting experience, since H-1B requires a qualifying degree, not just relevant work history.
How does the LCA process work for Recruitment Associates who work at client sites?
Every worksite where you perform H-1B work must be covered by a certified Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before work begins at that location. If your role involves placement at client offices or multiple company locations, your employer must file separate LCAs or list each site explicitly. Working at an unlisted location, even briefly, is a compliance violation. Confirm worksite coverage with your employer's immigration counsel before your start date, and again any time your assignment location changes.
Can a staffing or recruitment firm sponsor me for an H-1B?
Yes, staffing firms can and do sponsor H-1B workers, but USCIS scrutinizes these petitions closely. The firm must demonstrate it has a bona fide employer-employee relationship with you, control over your work, and a legitimate specialty occupation position. Third-party placement arrangements require additional documentation showing the end-client's requirements drive the degree requirement. Some staffing firms have strong H-1B sponsorship track records. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history so you can identify firms that have successfully sponsored this role type.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer ends my Recruitment Associate role?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer and approved petition. If your employment ends, you enter a 60-day grace period during which a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf. You can begin working for the new employer once the transfer petition is filed, not just approved, under portability rules. If no petition is filed within the grace period, you must depart the United States or switch to another valid immigration status. Timing the job search to allow for this window is especially important in recruiting roles where contract terms can end abruptly.