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Retention Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business, human resources, or organizational psychology. Many customer success and employee retention teams at mid-to-large employers file LCAs regularly, making this a viable path for skilled professionals seeking long-term U.S. work authorization.
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The CTE Recruitment and Retention Specialist supports student recruitment, persistence, and completion within Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. This position works collaboratively with academic leadership, advising, and student support services to identify and engage students at key points in their academic pathway, with the goal of improving retention, progression, and credential attainment.
The role combines proactive student engagement with data-informed decision-making to support CTE programs aligned with institutional priorities and Perkins/CLNA goals. Responsibilities include student outreach, coordination of support services, monitoring student progress, and identifying trends that impact student success.
This role is funded by the federal Perkins grant and has an expected end date of June 30, 2028. There is a possibility the position could be extended but it is not guaranteed.
Pay: $45,000 per year
Location: primary office location will be East Chicago with frequent travel to Gary and Crown Point. Some regional or statewide travel will be required.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Recruitment and Outreach:
- Support recruitment efforts for CTE programs through outreach to prospective and current students
- Assist students in understanding program pathways, credential opportunities, and career outcomes
- Collaborate with advising and enrollment teams to support onboarding and transition into CTE programs
Retention and Student Support:
- Provide guidance and support to CTE students related to academic progress, program requirements, and available resources
- Proactively communicate with students to assess needs and connect them with appropriate campus or community resources
- Support students in navigating academic plans and completing required steps toward credential attainment
Data-Informed Student Engagement:
- Utilize available reports and data tools to identify students at risk of not persisting or completing (e.g., course performance, stop-out patterns, enrollment gaps)
- Conduct targeted outreach to student groups based on identified needs
- Track and document outreach efforts and student outcomes
Program and Faculty Collaboration:
- Participate in regular meetings with deans, program chairs, and student support teams to review enrollment, retention, and progression trends
- Coordinate with faculty and staff to address student needs and support program-level retention strategies
- Assist in implementing retention initiatives aligned with program and campus goals
Monitoring and Continuous Improvement:
- Monitor student engagement and progression within assigned CTE programs
- Identify trends and barriers impacting recruitment, retention, and completion
- Share insights with leadership to support continuous improvement efforts
Administrative and Operational Support:
- Maintain accurate student records and documentation of outreach and interventions
- Utilize institutional systems and tools for communication, tracking, and reporting
- Respond to student and campus requests in a timely manner
- Support occasional evening or weekend activities as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, student affairs, or related field
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on tasks
- Experience working with diverse student populations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in higher education, advising, or student support services
- Familiarity with CTE programs or workforce-aligned education
- Experience using student data systems or reports to inform decision-making
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work-Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
INTRODUCTION
The CTE Recruitment and Retention Specialist supports student recruitment, persistence, and completion within Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. This position works collaboratively with academic leadership, advising, and student support services to identify and engage students at key points in their academic pathway, with the goal of improving retention, progression, and credential attainment.
The role combines proactive student engagement with data-informed decision-making to support CTE programs aligned with institutional priorities and Perkins/CLNA goals. Responsibilities include student outreach, coordination of support services, monitoring student progress, and identifying trends that impact student success.
This role is funded by the federal Perkins grant and has an expected end date of June 30, 2028. There is a possibility the position could be extended but it is not guaranteed.
Pay: $45,000 per year
Location: primary office location will be East Chicago with frequent travel to Gary and Crown Point. Some regional or statewide travel will be required.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Recruitment and Outreach:
- Support recruitment efforts for CTE programs through outreach to prospective and current students
- Assist students in understanding program pathways, credential opportunities, and career outcomes
- Collaborate with advising and enrollment teams to support onboarding and transition into CTE programs
Retention and Student Support:
- Provide guidance and support to CTE students related to academic progress, program requirements, and available resources
- Proactively communicate with students to assess needs and connect them with appropriate campus or community resources
- Support students in navigating academic plans and completing required steps toward credential attainment
Data-Informed Student Engagement:
- Utilize available reports and data tools to identify students at risk of not persisting or completing (e.g., course performance, stop-out patterns, enrollment gaps)
- Conduct targeted outreach to student groups based on identified needs
- Track and document outreach efforts and student outcomes
Program and Faculty Collaboration:
- Participate in regular meetings with deans, program chairs, and student support teams to review enrollment, retention, and progression trends
- Coordinate with faculty and staff to address student needs and support program-level retention strategies
- Assist in implementing retention initiatives aligned with program and campus goals
Monitoring and Continuous Improvement:
- Monitor student engagement and progression within assigned CTE programs
- Identify trends and barriers impacting recruitment, retention, and completion
- Share insights with leadership to support continuous improvement efforts
Administrative and Operational Support:
- Maintain accurate student records and documentation of outreach and interventions
- Utilize institutional systems and tools for communication, tracking, and reporting
- Respond to student and campus requests in a timely manner
- Support occasional evening or weekend activities as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, student affairs, or related field
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on tasks
- Experience working with diverse student populations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in higher education, advising, or student support services
- Familiarity with CTE programs or workforce-aligned education
- Experience using student data systems or reports to inform decision-making
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work-Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Retention Specialist
Align your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to retention work. A business, psychology, or HR degree strengthens your specialty occupation case. If your degree is in an adjacent field, document how your coursework maps to the retention functions in the job description.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Retention Specialist roles by employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications, confirming they've sponsored H-1B workers in similar positions before you invest time in an application.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 13-1071 (Human Resources Specialists) before discussing compensation. Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your work location, and this floor shapes what employers can realistically offer.
Clarify the specialty occupation stance early
Some employers classify retention roles as generalist positions that don't require a specific degree, which can trigger an RFE. Ask hiring managers directly whether their HR or legal team has successfully sponsored H-1B workers in this exact role title before.
Time your offer around the cap-subject lottery
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start date. If you receive an offer in late spring or summer, negotiate a delayed start date rather than assuming your employer can file immediately. USCIS registration opens in March.
Use O*NET to build your specialty occupation argument
Pull the O*NET profile for Retention Specialist or HR Specialist roles to document the typical education requirements listed for the occupation. Employers include this in the I-129 petition to demonstrate the position meets USCIS specialty occupation standards.
H-1B Visa Retention Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Retention Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Retention roles tied to behavioral analytics, organizational psychology, or HR strategy tend to qualify more cleanly than generalist customer service positions carrying the same title. The job description language your employer uses matters significantly.
Which industries are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Retention Specialist roles?
Technology, financial services, healthcare, and large SaaS companies sponsor Retention Specialists most consistently, because they employ dedicated HR or people analytics teams where the degree requirement is well-established. Smaller companies or those with flat HR structures are less likely to have sponsored this role before, which adds petition risk. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified filing history in this role category.
What SOC code applies to Retention Specialist roles on an H-1B petition?
Most Retention Specialist positions are filed under SOC code 13-1071, Human Resources Specialists, or 13-1121, Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners, depending on the role's focus. Employee retention roles within HR departments typically use 13-1071. Your employer's attorney will confirm the code, which also determines the DOL prevailing wage your offered salary must meet.
Can my employer file an H-1B for a Retention Specialist role if they've never sponsored before?
Yes, first-time sponsors can file H-1B petitions. The employer must register with USCIS, obtain an Employer Identification Number, and file the LCA with DOL before submitting Form I-129. The process is the same regardless of prior sponsorship history, though employers unfamiliar with the process often benefit from working with an immigration attorney for the first filing.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Retention Specialist role is eliminated or restructured?
Your H-1B is tied to the specific employer and position on your approved petition. If the role is eliminated, you enter a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart. If the role is restructured significantly, your employer may need to file an amended petition with USCIS to reflect the material changes before you continue working in the new capacity.