OPT Head Of Compliance Jobs
Head of Compliance jobs on OPT require employers comfortable sponsoring or extending work authorization, since most roles sit within regulated industries like finance, healthcare, and tech. STEM OPT extension may apply if your degree is in a qualifying field, giving you up to three years of work authorization to secure long-term sponsorship.
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Reporting directly to the Director of Sports Medicine, The Head Athletic Trainer will work closely with the strength and conditioning staff and athletic coaching staff to ensure proper athletic development and performance is occurring while mitigating the risk of injury. The Head Athletic Trainer will work closely with the Director of Sports Medicine and the Athletic Training Fellow in enforcing departmental policies, procedures and guidelines to promote excellence within the Sports Medicine department.
This is an on-site position in Jackson, MS with regular daily office hours and requires regular evening and weekend work and travel.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assisting the Director of Sports Medicine with planning, organizing, directing, and executing programs associated with injury prevention
- Assisting with fitting of protective athletic gear
- Providing respectful communication, within limits of confidentiality, on students’ health matters to coaches, health care providers, and school administrators, as needed
- Maintaining complete and accurate records of athletic training services provided and pertinent medical data
- Provide day-to-day management of the athletic training room consisting of prevention, evaluation, treatment, case management, and rehabilitation of student-athlete injuries and illnesses
- Maintain complete and accurate medical records including pre-participation paperwork, physicals, insurance information, medical evaluations, referrals, and rehabilitation reports
- Enforce department policy and procedure with guidance from team physicians regarding concussion and return-to-sport protocols
- Effectively communicate with coaches, sports medicine staff, team physicians, and other professionals regarding injured student-athletes and medical policies and procedures, following NATA code of ethics
- Exercise independent judgement and discretion when acting in emergency situations
- Attend practices, games and special events as assigned to provide on-site medical coverage and ensure continuity of care
- Responsible for student aide/worker schedules to ensure appropriate coverage and setting up of daily events and the Athletic Training room
- Assisting with purchasing and managing budget for the Sports Medicine Department
- Helping students safely return to physical activity after a concussion
- Helping to maintain the athletic training room and smooth operation thereof
- Responsible for assisting with scheduling orthopedic appointments
- Participate in various other areas of interest for the College, Student Life, and Athletics
- Accept additional duties assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine or the Athletics Director
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree from a CAATE accredited institution of higher education, Master’s degree preferred
- NATA BOC certified; Mississippi Athletic Trainer License (or eligible to obtain license)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience, minimum 1 year experience at the NCAA Collegiate Level
- Active CPR/First Aid Certification
- Experience in collegiate setting preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to promote a positive team environment and cultivate good morale
- Highly organized, creative problem-solver who takes initiative
- Must communicate effectively with all types of people and establish and maintain a strong working relationship with students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and other college personnel. Must have the ability to work responsibly with minimal supervision
- Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Physical Requirements:
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance
- Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license
- Regular and repetitive stooping, bending, lifting and reaching are required
- Manual dexterity needed for demonstrating proper form and technique, participating in team practices and other repetitive tasks
- Evening and weekend hours in all types of weather, with travel is necessary
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should email a copy of their resume and a letter of interest to athletics@millsaps.edu. No phone calls please.
About Millsaps
Millsaps College is a selective institution of higher education located on 100 beautiful acres in the heart of Jackson, the capital of Mississippi — a progressive southern metropolitan city of nearly half a million. Millsaps is dedicated to academic excellence, open inquiry and free expression, the exploration of faith to inform vocation and the innovative shaping of the social, economic and cultural progress of the region. The college was founded in 1890 by members of the Methodist Church and is consistently ranked as one of the best values in higher education.
Millsaps has an enrollment of approximately 750 students and employs 80 full-time faculty members. The faculty/student ratio at Millsaps is 1:9, and the average class size is 14. Millsaps has graduated 25 Fulbright Award recipients, seven Rhodes Scholars, six Goldwater Scholars and two Truman Scholars. Millsaps is a member of the NCAA Division III and Southern Athletic Association and competes in 18 intercollegiate sports.
EEO Statement
Millsaps College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff, and strives to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people. Millsaps College does not discriminate in employment on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws.
All offers of employment will be contingent on successful completion of a background check and verification of employment. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Millsaps College provides a competitive benefits package.
It is the policy of Millsaps College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact humanresources@millsaps.edu.
Additional Information
In compliance with the amendments to the federal Clery Act concerning annual security reports, all potential job applicants are free to view Millsaps College’s annual Campus Crime Statistics here.
The only national liberal arts college in Mississippi, Millsaps College has consistently been ranked a “Best Buy” among national liberal arts colleges by U.S. News and World Report‘s America’s Best Colleges and is cited as one of Loren Pope’s 40 Colleges That Change Lives. It was the first institution in Mississippi with a Phi Beta Kappa chapter, and is the only institution in Mississippi ever to be listed in The Fiske Guide to Colleges.
Millsaps is a member of the ACS and NITLE, and has an AACSB accredited business school. In accordance with Federal law, we are making available our Campus Security Report to all prospective employees. Millsaps is located in Jackson, the capital of the state. The Jackson area has a population of around 400,000 and offers low cost-of-living, excellent schools, pleasant climate, and many recreational opportunities.
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Target regulated industries first
Finance, healthcare, and technology companies face the heaviest compliance requirements and hire most aggressively for this role. Those industries also have established immigration infrastructure, making OPT sponsorship and eventual H-1B visa conversion significantly more straightforward than smaller or unregulated employers.
Lead with your regulatory specialization
Generalist compliance experience is less compelling than depth in a specific framework, whether AML, HIPAA, SOX, or GDPR. Employers hiring a Head of Compliance need someone who can own a regulatory domain immediately, so position yourself as a specialist, not a generalist.
Address your OPT timeline proactively
Compliance leadership roles involve long onboarding cycles and institutional knowledge. Reassure employers early that your OPT period provides sufficient runway and that STEM extension or H-1B sponsorship is a clear, manageable next step, not an unknown risk.
Emphasize your credentials and certifications
Certifications like CAMS, CCEP, or CFE carry significant weight for compliance leadership hiring. If you hold any, feature them prominently in your application. They signal technical competence and reduce employer hesitation about hiring an international candidate for a high-stakes function.
Research the employer's existing sponsorship history
Before applying, check whether the company has previously sponsored compliance professionals for work visas. Employers with that track record understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer over OPT status than those encountering immigration sponsorship for the first time.
Prepare a clear immigration roadmap for interviews
Senior compliance hires often involve legal and executive stakeholders who may raise visa questions directly. Come prepared with a concise, confident explanation of your current OPT status, your STEM extension eligibility if applicable, and the H-1B timeline so nothing catches them off guard.
Head Of Compliance OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Head of Compliance in the United States?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in any role directly related to your field of study, including compliance leadership positions. Head of Compliance roles typically align with degrees in law, business, finance, or information systems. You must ensure your EAD is active before starting work and that the role connects to your degree field.
Does a Head of Compliance role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your underlying degree, not the job title. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field such as information security, data science, or a quantitative business discipline, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Compliance roles in tech or fintech environments are more likely to satisfy the practical training requirement than roles in purely administrative settings.
Where can I find Head of Compliance jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students, so every listing on the platform is filtered for visa sponsorship compatibility. Searching Migrate Mate for Head of Compliance roles saves you from applying to positions where your OPT status will be an immediate disqualifier, which is a common frustration on general job boards.
Will employers sponsor H-1B visas after hiring a Head of Compliance on OPT?
Many do, particularly in finance, healthcare, and technology sectors where compliance leadership is a critical function. Employers who have already invested in hiring and onboarding a compliance leader have strong incentive to retain that person through H-1B sponsorship. Targeting companies with a documented sponsorship history significantly improves your odds of a long-term commitment.
What happens to my compliance role if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you have a valid STEM OPT extension, cap-gap protection may cover the gap between OPT expiration and October 1 H-1B start date. You should work closely with your employer's immigration counsel well before your OPT end date to ensure continuous work authorization throughout the transition.