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CRM Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in marketing, business analytics, or information systems. Most roles require proficiency in platforms like Salesforce or HubSpot and fall clearly within STEM or business-related OPT categories, giving you 12 months of authorized work to build your case for H-1B visa sponsorship.
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WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title CRM Manager
Requisition Number S02342P
Position Category Staff
Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade E32
Salary
FLSA Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
The CRM Manager supports the administration, configuration, and optimization of the university’s campuswide Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, with a primary focus on graduate and international student populations. This position partners with enrollment, academic, and administrative units to build and maintain CRM functionality that supports recruitment, admissions, and student engagement.
The CRM Manager contributes to CRM implementation efforts and ongoing system enhancements while helping ensure data integrity, effective communication strategies, and a strong user experience across the student lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Higher Education Administration, Business, Communications, or a related field.
One year of experience in at least one of the following:
+ Experience supporting system configuration;
+ Reporting and analytics; or
+ Communications within an enterprise system
Preferred Qualifications
At least 2 years of professional experience working with a CRM platform, preferably in higher education.
Experience supporting CRM implementation efforts, including configuration, data migration, workflow development, testing, or rollout
Experience creating and publishing communications or marketing campaigns within a CRM system (email, SMS, events)
Familiarity with student information systems (e.g., Banner) and experience with reporting, data management, or system integrations
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check? Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 04/20/2026
Review Date 05/04/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $57,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin May 4, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title CRM Manager
Requisition Number S02342P
Position Category Staff
Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade E32
Salary
FLSA Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
The CRM Manager supports the administration, configuration, and optimization of the university’s campuswide Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, with a primary focus on graduate and international student populations. This position partners with enrollment, academic, and administrative units to build and maintain CRM functionality that supports recruitment, admissions, and student engagement.
The CRM Manager contributes to CRM implementation efforts and ongoing system enhancements while helping ensure data integrity, effective communication strategies, and a strong user experience across the student lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Higher Education Administration, Business, Communications, or a related field.
One year of experience in at least one of the following:
+ Experience supporting system configuration;
+ Reporting and analytics; or
+ Communications within an enterprise system
Preferred Qualifications
At least 2 years of professional experience working with a CRM platform, preferably in higher education.
Experience supporting CRM implementation efforts, including configuration, data migration, workflow development, testing, or rollout
Experience creating and publishing communications or marketing campaigns within a CRM system (email, SMS, events)
Familiarity with student information systems (e.g., Banner) and experience with reporting, data management, or system integrations
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check? Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 04/20/2026
Review Date 05/04/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $57,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin May 4, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a CRM Manager
Target companies with Salesforce or HubSpot ecosystems
Employers heavily invested in CRM platforms are more likely to sponsor visas because replacing a trained CRM Manager mid-implementation is costly. Look for job postings that list specific platform certifications as requirements, not just preferences.
Get certified before you apply
A Salesforce Administrator or HubSpot Marketing certification signals technical depth that generalist candidates lack. Certifications also strengthen your specialty occupation case if your employer later files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf.
Quantify your CRM impact on every application
Sponsorship decisions are easier for employers when they can justify the cost. Frame your experience around measurable outcomes like retention rate improvements, pipeline growth, or campaign performance tied directly to your CRM work.
Ask about sponsorship history during interviews
Not all employers know how to sponsor an F-1 OPT worker transitioning to H-1B. Ask whether they have sponsored international employees before and whether their legal team has handled the process, ideally before accepting any offer.
Apply to mid-size companies, not just large enterprises
Mid-size SaaS and e-commerce companies often have fewer applicants, faster hiring cycles, and real urgency to fill CRM roles. They are frequently more willing to sponsor than large corporations where immigration decisions move slowly through HR.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly employers
Browsing general job boards wastes time on roles that will not consider OPT students. Migrate Mate surfaces CRM Manager positions from employers with a demonstrated history of sponsoring international candidates, so your applications go further.
CRM Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a CRM Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. CRM Manager positions that require a bachelor's degree in marketing, business, information systems, or a related field typically meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses to evaluate H-1B petitions. Roles that involve CRM architecture, data analysis, or marketing automation are stronger candidates than purely administrative positions, so the job description wording matters significantly when your employer files.
Can I work as a CRM Manager on F-1 OPT without STEM OPT extension eligibility?
Yes. Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization regardless of whether your degree qualifies for the STEM extension. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as information systems, computer science, or data analytics, you may be eligible for an additional 24 months. A business or marketing degree typically does not qualify for the extension, so your H-1B timeline planning should account for the shorter window.
What should I do if my OPT expires before my employer can complete H-1B sponsorship?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before April 1 of the relevant fiscal year and you are selected in the lottery, you are covered by cap-gap protection through September 30. This allows you to keep working legally even after your OPT EAD expires. If you are not selected in the lottery, you will need to leave the country, change status, or explore alternative visa options with your employer.
How do I find CRM Manager jobs where employers are open to sponsoring OPT students?
The most efficient approach is to search Migrate Mate, which focuses specifically on employers willing to hire and sponsor international candidates. Beyond that, look for companies with existing international employees in their marketing or operations teams, which signals familiarity with the sponsorship process. Avoid applying broadly to roles where the job posting explicitly states that sponsorship is not available.
What CRM platforms should I know to be competitive in the OPT job market?
Salesforce is the most commonly required platform across enterprise and mid-market employers, and a Salesforce Administrator certification meaningfully strengthens your application. HubSpot is prevalent in SaaS and startup environments. Familiarity with marketing automation tools like Marketo or Klaviyo adds range. Employers sponsoring OPT students often want candidates who can own the CRM stack independently from day one, so platform depth matters more than breadth.