H-2A Visa Administrative Assistant Jobs
Administrative Assistant jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship are available through U.S. agricultural employers who need office support staff during planting, harvest, or processing seasons. Your employer must provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, and file a certified job order with DOL before you can start work.
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With roots from one of our parent companies dating back to 1915, Skyland Grain, LLC is a grain farmers’ co-op providing producers with the supplies and services their operations need to succeed today and in the future. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages!
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Location Administrative Assistant position is responsible for performing all necessary administrative functions and assists in the day-to-day operation of the assigned location. A description of the duties includes:
- Responsible for inbound/outbound grain tickets, and assist with inventory and any other office function as directed by management;
- Where applicable by location, will operate the scale; make grain settlements with special attention given to commodity, bushels, and price; and issuance of grain checks.
- Greets employees, members, and visitors in courteous manner when they enter the office;
- Files, types and performs other office support activities;
- Answers telephone in a professional manner and assists customers with sales, questions or complaints;
- Assists with accounts receivable and special projects, as necessary;
- Keeps work area neat and clean;
- Responsible for maintaining clean facilities, and complying with all state and federal regulations pertaining to a safe workplace, housekeeping, and all activities that require regulation compliance;
- Attends training and safety meetings;
- Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations; responding promptly to customer needs, resolving questions, complaints and concerns immediately and meeting commitments;
- Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees and management;
- Maintains and promotes safety awareness; follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements;
- Present a clean and professional appearance;
- Employee is required to perform all other duties as directed by the supervisor.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. This position requires basic computer operation skills.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for seasonal demands.
- Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds.
- Position will occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, noise and dust/fumes.
Join the Skyland Grain team today!
With roots from one of our parent companies dating back to 1915, Skyland Grain, LLC is a grain farmers’ co-op providing producers with the supplies and services their operations need to succeed today and in the future. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages!
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Location Administrative Assistant position is responsible for performing all necessary administrative functions and assists in the day-to-day operation of the assigned location. A description of the duties includes:
- Responsible for inbound/outbound grain tickets, and assist with inventory and any other office function as directed by management;
- Where applicable by location, will operate the scale; make grain settlements with special attention given to commodity, bushels, and price; and issuance of grain checks.
- Greets employees, members, and visitors in courteous manner when they enter the office;
- Files, types and performs other office support activities;
- Answers telephone in a professional manner and assists customers with sales, questions or complaints;
- Assists with accounts receivable and special projects, as necessary;
- Keeps work area neat and clean;
- Responsible for maintaining clean facilities, and complying with all state and federal regulations pertaining to a safe workplace, housekeeping, and all activities that require regulation compliance;
- Attends training and safety meetings;
- Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations; responding promptly to customer needs, resolving questions, complaints and concerns immediately and meeting commitments;
- Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees and management;
- Maintains and promotes safety awareness; follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements;
- Present a clean and professional appearance;
- Employee is required to perform all other duties as directed by the supervisor.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. This position requires basic computer operation skills.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for seasonal demands.
- Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds.
- Position will occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, noise and dust/fumes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Administrative Assistant
Document your administrative credentials before applying
Gather diplomas, employer letters, and any records confirming office or data-entry experience on agricultural operations. H-2A visa employers must verify that no qualified domestic workers are available, so a clear credential file speeds up their DOL recruitment reporting.
Target farms with existing H-2A filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter agricultural employers who have previously filed H-2A petitions for administrative support roles. Employers already familiar with the H-2A process move faster and are less likely to withdraw an offer mid-filing.
Confirm the job order covers administrative duties explicitly
Ask the employer to show you their DOL-certified job order before you accept. If your duties include payroll entry, recordkeeping, or compliance tracking, those tasks must be listed or your visa scope could be questioned on arrival.
Verify the offered wage against the AEWR for your state
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the current Adverse Effect Wage Rate for your work state and agricultural occupational category. If the employer's offered wage falls below that rate, DOL will not certify the application.
Confirm housing is provided and includes internet access
H-2A employers must provide free housing that meets federal or state standards. Administrative roles often require remote system access, so confirm before signing whether the provided housing has reliable connectivity for payroll software or farm management platforms.
Understand the petition timeline before resigning current work
USCIS must approve the H-2A petition and your consulate must issue the visa before you can enter the U.S. to work. Don't finalize a departure date until the employer has received their USCIS receipt notice and your interview is scheduled.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Administrative Assistant jobs that offer H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists agricultural employers with verified H-2A filing history, so you can search specifically for Administrative Assistant openings tied to active sponsorship. Because H-2A positions are seasonal and time-limited, new postings appear throughout the year as planting and harvest cycles shift, so checking regularly matters.
What obligations does an H-2A employer have for an Administrative Assistant role?
Your employer must provide free housing that meets federal or state safety standards, pay inbound and outbound transportation costs, and guarantee wages for at least three-quarters of the contract period. They must also carry workers' compensation insurance and file a certified job order with DOL before USCIS can approve your petition.
Does an Administrative Assistant role qualify as agricultural work under H-2A rules?
It can, if the position directly supports an agricultural operation and the employer classifies it under an eligible agricultural occupational category in their DOL job order. Roles involving payroll, crop recordkeeping, or compliance documentation for a farm or processing facility are typically acceptable. Purely commercial office work unconnected to agricultural production generally does not qualify.
Can I extend my H-2A status if the employer wants to keep me after the harvest season ends?
H-2A status can be extended in one-year increments up to a maximum of three consecutive years, but the position must remain seasonal or temporary in nature. If the employer needs you year-round in a permanent capacity, H-2A no longer applies and a different visa category would be required. Extensions require a new DOL job order and USCIS petition.