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People Operations Manager roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 Trainee or Specialist program category, with sponsorship issued by a State Department-designated organization. Host employers across HR-intensive industries actively seek experienced candidates who can demonstrate structured training objectives tied to a specific program plan.
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Intermountain Farmers Association: a regional agricultural cooperative, is seeking a qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of ASSISTANT MANAGER/MANAGEMENT TRAINEE at the IFA Country Store in Ogden, Utah.
Responsibilities:
- Coach and mentor team members with the ability to hold team members accountable to high levels of performance.
- Interview and hire qualified candidates to ensure store is staffed appropriately with knowledgeable and friendly team members.
- Provide ongoing training to help team members develop a consistent attitude of salesmanship while utilizing suggestive selling and add-on sales techniques.
- Effectively merchandise store with appropriate mix of products and services with an experienced eye for visual presentation and attractive store layout.
- Actively seek out opportunities to increase sales revenue using a variety of creative strategies to bring new and additional business to the store.
- Develop a store culture and environment that espouses the highest level of attention to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
- Maintain appropriate levels of inventory on products in the store by keeping accurate inventory reports and conducting regular inventory audits.
QUALIFICATIONS
4-year college degree preferred with an emphasis in Ag Business, Business Administration, Operations Management or other related field of study. 3-5 years of experience in retail management with demonstrated leadership abilities. A passion and excitement for being involved in the agricultural community and rural living highly desired. An advanced level of knowledge and experience in agronomy, animal health, gardening, fencing and farming supplies a huge plus. Solid understanding of operational profitability including gross margin analysis and effective pricing strategies to ensure store financial success. Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office, SAP and other computer applications. Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills with multi-tasking capabilities.
BENEFITS:
IFA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, vision reimbursement plan, generous 401(k) matching, life insurance, long-term disability, vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, employee discounts, as well many other incredible benefits.
IFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
INTRODUCTION
Intermountain Farmers Association: a regional agricultural cooperative, is seeking a qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of ASSISTANT MANAGER/MANAGEMENT TRAINEE at the IFA Country Store in Ogden, Utah.
Responsibilities:
- Coach and mentor team members with the ability to hold team members accountable to high levels of performance.
- Interview and hire qualified candidates to ensure store is staffed appropriately with knowledgeable and friendly team members.
- Provide ongoing training to help team members develop a consistent attitude of salesmanship while utilizing suggestive selling and add-on sales techniques.
- Effectively merchandise store with appropriate mix of products and services with an experienced eye for visual presentation and attractive store layout.
- Actively seek out opportunities to increase sales revenue using a variety of creative strategies to bring new and additional business to the store.
- Develop a store culture and environment that espouses the highest level of attention to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
- Maintain appropriate levels of inventory on products in the store by keeping accurate inventory reports and conducting regular inventory audits.
QUALIFICATIONS
4-year college degree preferred with an emphasis in Ag Business, Business Administration, Operations Management or other related field of study. 3-5 years of experience in retail management with demonstrated leadership abilities. A passion and excitement for being involved in the agricultural community and rural living highly desired. An advanced level of knowledge and experience in agronomy, animal health, gardening, fencing and farming supplies a huge plus. Solid understanding of operational profitability including gross margin analysis and effective pricing strategies to ensure store financial success. Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office, SAP and other computer applications. Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills with multi-tasking capabilities.
BENEFITS:
IFA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, vision reimbursement plan, generous 401(k) matching, life insurance, long-term disability, vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, employee discounts, as well many other incredible benefits.
IFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a People Operations Manager
Build a training plan before approaching employers
The J-1 Trainee and Specialist categories require a structured Training/Internship Placement Plan. Draft your learning objectives around HR systems, workforce planning, and compliance frameworks before any employer conversation begins. Sponsors will expect it.
Verify your category eligibility against program requirements
The Trainee category requires at least one year of post-degree experience or five years of occupational experience. People Operations Manager roles typically disqualify current students, who would need the Intern category and a student enrollment to remain eligible.
Target host employers with existing DS-2019 relationships
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in HR-intensive sectors who have hosted J-1 participants before. A host with an established designated sponsor relationship moves significantly faster through the DS-2019 issuance process than one starting from scratch.
Confirm whether the role triggers the home residency requirement
Some J-1 participants in Trainee and Specialist programs are subject to a two-year home residency requirement, depending on funding source or nationality. Confirm your status with the designated sponsor before accepting a host employer offer, not after.
Align your job offer letter to program category language
When a host employer extends an offer, the letter must describe the role in terms that match your approved program category. Vague titles like 'HR generalist' create friction with designated sponsors. Ask the employer to reference specific training phases and HR competency areas.
Audit your credentials against O*NET before applying
People Operations Manager maps to specific occupational codes in O*NET. Reviewing the listed knowledge areas, skills, and tasks lets you frame your resume and training plan in language that designated sponsors and host employers immediately recognize as program-eligible.
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Find People Operations Manager JobsPeople Operations Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a People Operations Manager role?
Most experienced HR professionals qualify under the J-1 Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you have at least a bachelor's degree plus one year of related experience, or five years of occupational experience without a degree. Specialist is reserved for recognized experts in a narrow field. Current students interning in HR would fall under the Intern category instead.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not the hiring employer. The employer acts as the host organization, providing the training environment and signing the placement plan. The designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form, monitors compliance, and holds legal responsibility for the exchange program.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 participants in HR?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. employers and roles filtered by J-1 compatibility, which saves time compared to approaching companies cold and discovering late that they have no sponsor relationship in place. Prioritize employers in sectors with high HR complexity, such as healthcare systems, professional services firms, and large multinationals, where structured training programs are already common.
Does a People Operations Manager role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement applies based on your country of nationality, your country of last permanent residence, and whether your exchange program is funded by a U.S. or home-country government source. It is not automatic for all J-1 Trainee participants. Your designated sponsor will determine your individual obligation before issuing the DS-2019.
Can a host employer convert my J-1 status to H-1B after the program ends?
Yes, but timing depends on whether you are subject to the two-year home residency requirement. If you are, you cannot change to H-1B or most immigrant visa categories from inside the U.S. until you fulfill or obtain a waiver of that requirement. If you are not subject to it, a host employer can file an H-1B petition during the standard cap registration period while you complete your J-1 program.
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