OPT Enrollment Specialist Jobs
Enrollment Specialist roles fit F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in education, student services, or higher education administration. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, supporting both 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM extension for eligible STEM graduates working in education technology or data-driven enrollment management.
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If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.
Job Overview
The Enrollment Development Specialist II (EDS II) supports all marketing efforts for the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). He/she will conduct marketing events to increase PACE awareness within an assigned geographical area. The EDS II focuses on developing relationships with key stakeholders, healthcare professionals, providers, and community-based organizations. He/she will be the initial primary point of contact representing PACE to the senior population within culturally diverse and underserved communities. The primary responsibility for the EDS II is to increase census for their assigned PACE location. He/she must be able to identify new referral sources, generate new leads, schedule visitors to tour PACE center(s), and procure qualified leads for enrollment. The EDS II will be responsible for professionally representing the AltaMed PACE program by maintaining a strict adherence to local, state, and federal laws, and AltaMed’s Business Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior. The EDS II must work as part of a team, concentrating on the delivery of high-quality services to all of our customers. He/she will be instrumental in supporting the PACE site Center Manager with retention strategies to maintain member census. The EDS II will assist marketing managers with developing, training, and mentoring EDS Is, lead weekly Marketing Huddles, and support the development of Marketing sales guides and materials.
Minimum Requirements
- B.S./B.A. Degree in Healthcare, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field of study preferred.
- A minimum of three (3) years of direct business or consumer outreach/marketing/sales experience required.
- Experience working with senior adults and underserved populations preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish/English, English/Mandarin Chinese or Cantonese, or English/Vietnamese.
Compensation
$95,097.60 - $118,872.00 annually
Compensation Disclaimer
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Benefits & Career Development
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Grow Healthy
If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.
Job Overview
The Enrollment Development Specialist II (EDS II) supports all marketing efforts for the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). He/she will conduct marketing events to increase PACE awareness within an assigned geographical area. The EDS II focuses on developing relationships with key stakeholders, healthcare professionals, providers, and community-based organizations. He/she will be the initial primary point of contact representing PACE to the senior population within culturally diverse and underserved communities. The primary responsibility for the EDS II is to increase census for their assigned PACE location. He/she must be able to identify new referral sources, generate new leads, schedule visitors to tour PACE center(s), and procure qualified leads for enrollment. The EDS II will be responsible for professionally representing the AltaMed PACE program by maintaining a strict adherence to local, state, and federal laws, and AltaMed’s Business Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior. The EDS II must work as part of a team, concentrating on the delivery of high-quality services to all of our customers. He/she will be instrumental in supporting the PACE site Center Manager with retention strategies to maintain member census. The EDS II will assist marketing managers with developing, training, and mentoring EDS Is, lead weekly Marketing Huddles, and support the development of Marketing sales guides and materials.
Minimum Requirements
- B.S./B.A. Degree in Healthcare, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field of study preferred.
- A minimum of three (3) years of direct business or consumer outreach/marketing/sales experience required.
- Experience working with senior adults and underserved populations preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish/English, English/Mandarin Chinese or Cantonese, or English/Vietnamese.
Compensation
$95,097.60 - $118,872.00 annually
Compensation Disclaimer
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Benefits & Career Development
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Enrollment Specialist
Target higher education institutions directly
Universities, community colleges, and trade schools frequently hire Enrollment Specialists and have established HR processes for OPT work authorization. Their familiarity with F-1 status makes the conversation about your work authorization significantly smoother than with private employers.
Frame your F-1 background as a differentiator
You've personally navigated the international student enrollment process. That firsthand experience is genuinely valuable in this role. Highlight it explicitly in your cover letter and interviews as insight that domestic candidates simply don't bring to the position.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Enrollment Specialist positions that require a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or a related field typically qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Avoid postings that list a degree as preferred rather than required, as that distinction affects future sponsorship eligibility.
Check if your degree field supports a STEM extension
If your degree is in data analytics, information systems, or educational technology, your Enrollment Specialist role may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm the SOC code your employer uses on your I-983 training plan aligns with your STEM-designated degree field.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer
Raise the H-1B question during final-stage interviews, not after signing. Ask whether the organization has sponsored employees before and whether they work with immigration counsel. Institutions that have done it once are far more likely to do it again without hesitation.
Build relationships inside enrollment and registrar offices
Informational conversations with staff in enrollment management, admissions, and registrar offices help you understand which institutions actively hire and sponsor international employees. These connections often surface openings before they're posted publicly and can lead to internal referrals.
Enrollment Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Enrollment Specialist jobs typically qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes. Enrollment Specialist roles at accredited educational institutions and ed-tech companies generally qualify for F-1 OPT because they require a bachelor's degree in a related field such as education, counseling, or communications. Your OPT EAD card authorizes you to work in any job directly related to your degree field. Confirm the job posting lists a degree as required, not just preferred, to stay on solid footing.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension as an Enrollment Specialist?
It depends on your degree field and the employer's ability to complete the I-983 training plan. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as educational technology, data science, or information systems, and your Enrollment Specialist role involves qualifying work in that area, you may be eligible for the 24-month STEM extension. Your DSO and employer must agree on a training plan that connects your daily work to your STEM degree.
Do education employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Enrollment Specialists?
Public universities and large higher education systems sponsor H-1B visas more consistently than most private employers, partly because they qualify as cap-exempt institutions and can file H-1B petitions year-round without entering the annual lottery. Private colleges and ed-tech companies vary. When evaluating offers, ask specifically whether the organization has sponsored H-1B petitions before and whether they retain immigration counsel.
Where can I find Enrollment Specialist jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship and OPT compatibility. Browsing Enrollment Specialist listings on Migrate Mate lets you focus on employers that have a documented history of hiring international candidates, saving time you'd otherwise spend screening postings that won't work for your situation.
What happens to my OPT if my Enrollment Specialist job ends before my EAD expires?
F-1 OPT allows a cumulative 90 days of unemployment during the standard 12-month period. If you're on a STEM extension, that limit drops to 60 days total across both periods. The clock starts the day your employment ends, not when you find new work. Notify your DSO promptly, update your SEVIS record, and begin your job search immediately to stay within the unemployment window.