OPT Facilities Manager Jobs
Facilities Manager jobs on OPT are available across corporate real estate, higher education, healthcare, and manufacturing. Most roles require a degree in facilities management, engineering, or a related field, and STEM OPT extension eligibility varies by employer. Your 12-month standard OPT window is enough to establish yourself in a long-term facilities role with a sponsorship-minded employer.
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Position Summary
The Manager, Facilities provides oversight of daily operations and administration within the Facilities department to include policies, procedures, expense reports, invoices, contracts, correspondence, reports, presentations, work orders, budget coordination, office equipment, training materials, supplies, and inventory control. The Senior Manager, Facilities must have critical thinking, problem solving, software installation/deployments, communication, and analytical abilities.
Essential Job Functions
- Oversee work order program edits, programming, dashboards, and reports.
- Maintain calendar events via e-mail, set appointments, assemble meeting materials, and interact with memos with other departments for Facilities Management.
- Create and maintain department policies and procedures.
- Process expense reports and maintain expenses to budget and CPA.
- Recruitment, onboarding, orientation and training of staff positions.
- Oversee and manage copier contracts by scheduling all preventative maintenance requirements for copier equipment, processing all copier work order service calls, reports, and maintaining all copier/fax machine inventories.
- Prepare training materials and schedule all department training and meetings.
- Process checks requests, purchase requisitions, and invoices for payment.
- Handle department correspondence, reports, presentations, meeting notes, and special projects.
- Review financial statements, data, and invoices related to facilities, supplies, and systems to ensure accuracy and cost-efficiency.
- Implement improved processes, policies, and procedures in collaboration with management and other support teams to achieve organizational objectives.
- Analyze vendor management contracts/agreements with management to ensure favorable pricing on all services, products, and inventory.
- Review all facilities and service contracts to ensure optimal efficiency and cost to company procedures as point of contact for vendor management process.
- Communicate regularly with service providers, third party vendors, and building management.
- Assist in maintaining building safety program.
- Assist with management of cafeteria operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
- 3+ years in staff supervision management.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
- Must be available to address building issues, concerns, and software deployments during non-traditional work hours, weekends, and holidays based on demands of the department. Work on call rotation weeks for 24/7 support for after-hour emergencies.
- Must have ability to maintain a strict level of confidentiality.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical abilities, critical thinking, and aptitude in problem-solving.
- Advanced experience in Microsoft Office with typing speed of 50 wpm or higher.
- Position requires driving for work purposes and therefore subject to the Company's Driver Policy/DMV report.
Preferred
- Advanced computer skills, with an aptitude to learn new systems and procedures.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- 5+ years in office administration.
Credit One Bank, N.A. is a data-driven financial services company based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1984, Credit One Bank offers a spectrum of credit card products for people in all stages of financial life. Credit One Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations can be made for those who require them, including access to job applications and workplace accommodations. Employment at Credit One Bank is based on mutual consent (also known as at-will). This means that employees and the Bank may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice. Please contact the recruiter for this position to learn more. Credit One Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and is not responsible for related fees.
Description
Position Summary
The Manager, Facilities provides oversight of daily operations and administration within the Facilities department to include policies, procedures, expense reports, invoices, contracts, correspondence, reports, presentations, work orders, budget coordination, office equipment, training materials, supplies, and inventory control. The Senior Manager, Facilities must have critical thinking, problem solving, software installation/deployments, communication, and analytical abilities.
Essential Job Functions
- Oversee work order program edits, programming, dashboards, and reports.
- Maintain calendar events via e-mail, set appointments, assemble meeting materials, and interact with memos with other departments for Facilities Management.
- Create and maintain department policies and procedures.
- Process expense reports and maintain expenses to budget and CPA.
- Recruitment, onboarding, orientation and training of staff positions.
- Oversee and manage copier contracts by scheduling all preventative maintenance requirements for copier equipment, processing all copier work order service calls, reports, and maintaining all copier/fax machine inventories.
- Prepare training materials and schedule all department training and meetings.
- Process checks requests, purchase requisitions, and invoices for payment.
- Handle department correspondence, reports, presentations, meeting notes, and special projects.
- Review financial statements, data, and invoices related to facilities, supplies, and systems to ensure accuracy and cost-efficiency.
- Implement improved processes, policies, and procedures in collaboration with management and other support teams to achieve organizational objectives.
- Analyze vendor management contracts/agreements with management to ensure favorable pricing on all services, products, and inventory.
- Review all facilities and service contracts to ensure optimal efficiency and cost to company procedures as point of contact for vendor management process.
- Communicate regularly with service providers, third party vendors, and building management.
- Assist in maintaining building safety program.
- Assist with management of cafeteria operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
- 3+ years in staff supervision management.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
- Must be available to address building issues, concerns, and software deployments during non-traditional work hours, weekends, and holidays based on demands of the department. Work on call rotation weeks for 24/7 support for after-hour emergencies.
- Must have ability to maintain a strict level of confidentiality.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical abilities, critical thinking, and aptitude in problem-solving.
- Advanced experience in Microsoft Office with typing speed of 50 wpm or higher.
- Position requires driving for work purposes and therefore subject to the Company's Driver Policy/DMV report.
Preferred
- Advanced computer skills, with an aptitude to learn new systems and procedures.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- 5+ years in office administration.
Credit One Bank, N.A. is a data-driven financial services company based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1984, Credit One Bank offers a spectrum of credit card products for people in all stages of financial life. Credit One Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations can be made for those who require them, including access to job applications and workplace accommodations. Employment at Credit One Bank is based on mutual consent (also known as at-will). This means that employees and the Bank may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice. Please contact the recruiter for this position to learn more. Credit One Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and is not responsible for related fees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Facilities Manager
Target employers with large physical footprints
Universities, hospital systems, and large manufacturers maintain dedicated facilities teams and have established HR processes for work authorization. These employers are far more likely to have sponsored visas before and understand the process.
Clarify your OPT authorization early
Facilities Manager roles often involve sensitive site access or government contracts. Bring up your OPT status before the offer stage so security clearance requirements and authorization timelines don't derail an otherwise strong candidacy at the last moment.
Emphasize your degree field's relevance
Your degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field directly supports sponsorship eligibility. Clearly connect your academic background to the job description in your resume and interviews to strengthen the specialty occupation case.
Ask about the facilities team's headcount and tenure
Larger facilities departments with long-tenured staff signal organizational stability and budget for sponsorship. A team of one is a warning sign. A team of ten with low turnover suggests an employer who invests in retaining facilities professionals long-term.
Get familiar with relevant certifications
Credentials like CFM (Certified Facility Manager) or FMP (Facility Management Professional) from IFMA signal professional commitment and strengthen H-1B visa specialty occupation arguments. Starting the process during OPT demonstrates intent to stay and grow in the field.
Negotiate your start date around OPT timelines
Your EAD card must arrive and your OPT start date must be active before your first day of work. Build at least three to four weeks of buffer between an accepted offer and your proposed start date to avoid authorization gaps.
Facilities Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Facilities Manager on OPT?
Yes. Facilities Manager roles qualify for OPT work authorization as long as the position is directly related to your degree field, such as engineering, construction management, or facilities management. Your employer does not need to file any paperwork with USCIS during your OPT period. You just need a valid EAD card before your start date.
Do Facilities Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Some do, but it depends on your degree and the employer. If your degree is in a STEM field like civil engineering or mechanical engineering, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Facilities roles tied to operations or business management degrees typically do not qualify, so confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO.
How do I find Facilities Manager employers that sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles open to OPT and visa sponsorship, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly. Look for employers in healthcare, higher education, and large corporate real estate, as these sectors have the most consistent track record of sponsoring facilities professionals for H-1B status after OPT.
Is Facilities Manager considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can be, but the argument requires careful framing. USCIS looks for roles that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A Facilities Manager position tied to engineering systems, building technology, or technical operations is more defensible than a general property management role. The job description and employer documentation matter significantly when USCIS evaluates the petition.
What happens if my OPT expires before my employer files an H-1B?
If you have a pending or approved H-1B with an October 1 start date and your OPT expires before then, the cap-gap provision automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. You must have had valid OPT status when the H-1B was filed. Talk to your DSO as soon as your employer confirms they will sponsor you to map out the exact timeline.