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Human Capital Management jobs on OPT sit at the intersection of HR strategy and business operations, making them a strong fit for students with degrees in human resources, organizational behavior, or business administration. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations, supporting H-1B visa sponsorship after your OPT period ends.
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Get Access To All JobsTHIS IS A REPOSTING. IF YOU APPLIED IN THE PAST, YOU MUST RE-APPLY IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Works under general supervision and requires considerable knowledge of human resources functions and civil service laws, rules, policies and procedures to serve as assistant to the personnel director for assigned institution performing two or more non-advanced human resources sub-programs:
- Composes and processes personnel actions (epar).
- Prepares and updates position descriptions.
- Maintains tables of organization.
- Schedules interviews and participates in preliminary screening and/or interviewing of applicants.
- Assists with preparing responses to requests for reasonable accommodation.
- Coordinates, tracks processes, approves and advises regarding performance evaluations.
- Assists with employee recognition and employee wellness programs.
- Reviews and recommends changes to institutional policies and procedures for compliance with human resources rules and regulations.
- Assists employees in completion of off-work paperwork (e.g., disability, workers’ compensation, child birth leave and military leave) and posts the leave requests through the leave cases in Kronos.
- Tracks and monitors off-work claims.
- Processes leave requests and advises employees regarding Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
- Processes payroll for off-work programs.
- Assists employees with identifying, completing and/or faxing forms and applications.
- Prepares Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) reports as needed.
- Assists personnel director or other administrative staff on special projects, assignments and reports.
- Responds to routine correspondence from employees.
- Assists with gathering documentation for audits, grievances, lawsuits and requests for public information.
- Assists with the maintenance of employee personnel and private files.
- Ensures files are retained and disposed of in accordance with record retention schedules.
- Monitors OPERS electronic contributions.
- Coordinates data for ACA and other audits.
- Completes employment verification, letters regarding wages for child support and deferred compensation forms.
- Assists in conducting orientation sessions for new employees.
- Represents agency/institution at human resources meetings and/or trainings, on behalf of or in addition to supervisor.
- Attends meetings, training sessions and conferences.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
2 yrs. exp. in human resources.
- Or completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business or public administration.
- Or 1 yr. exp. as Human Capital Management Associate, 64611.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Human Resources, Confidentiality, Attention to Detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Supplemental Information
Application Procedures:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)
- When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
- We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.
- You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
- We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.
Pre-Employment Background Investigation:
The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:
- Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
- Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
- Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
- Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
THIS IS A REPOSTING. IF YOU APPLIED IN THE PAST, YOU MUST RE-APPLY IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Works under general supervision and requires considerable knowledge of human resources functions and civil service laws, rules, policies and procedures to serve as assistant to the personnel director for assigned institution performing two or more non-advanced human resources sub-programs:
- Composes and processes personnel actions (epar).
- Prepares and updates position descriptions.
- Maintains tables of organization.
- Schedules interviews and participates in preliminary screening and/or interviewing of applicants.
- Assists with preparing responses to requests for reasonable accommodation.
- Coordinates, tracks processes, approves and advises regarding performance evaluations.
- Assists with employee recognition and employee wellness programs.
- Reviews and recommends changes to institutional policies and procedures for compliance with human resources rules and regulations.
- Assists employees in completion of off-work paperwork (e.g., disability, workers’ compensation, child birth leave and military leave) and posts the leave requests through the leave cases in Kronos.
- Tracks and monitors off-work claims.
- Processes leave requests and advises employees regarding Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
- Processes payroll for off-work programs.
- Assists employees with identifying, completing and/or faxing forms and applications.
- Prepares Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) reports as needed.
- Assists personnel director or other administrative staff on special projects, assignments and reports.
- Responds to routine correspondence from employees.
- Assists with gathering documentation for audits, grievances, lawsuits and requests for public information.
- Assists with the maintenance of employee personnel and private files.
- Ensures files are retained and disposed of in accordance with record retention schedules.
- Monitors OPERS electronic contributions.
- Coordinates data for ACA and other audits.
- Completes employment verification, letters regarding wages for child support and deferred compensation forms.
- Assists in conducting orientation sessions for new employees.
- Represents agency/institution at human resources meetings and/or trainings, on behalf of or in addition to supervisor.
- Attends meetings, training sessions and conferences.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
2 yrs. exp. in human resources.
- Or completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business or public administration.
- Or 1 yr. exp. as Human Capital Management Associate, 64611.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Human Resources, Confidentiality, Attention to Detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Supplemental Information
Application Procedures:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)
- When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
- We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.
- You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
- We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.
Pre-Employment Background Investigation:
The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:
- Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
- Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
- Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
- Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Human Capital Management
Target companies with dedicated HR technology functions
Large enterprises running SAP, Workday, or Oracle HCM platforms hire analysts and consultants regularly. These roles are well-documented specialty occupations, making them far easier to justify for OPT authorization and future H-1B visa sponsorship than generalist HR coordinator positions.
Frame your degree field precisely on your resume
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to the role. A degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, or Industrial-Organizational Psychology maps cleanly to HCM titles. Highlight coursework in workforce analytics, compensation strategy, or talent acquisition to strengthen that connection.
Prioritize employers who have sponsored HCM roles before
Employers with a track record of H-1B filings in HR and HCM functions understand the process and are far less likely to rescind offers once OPT approaches expiration. STEM OPT extension does not apply to most HCM degrees, so employer familiarity matters.
Apply early in your OPT window, not when it's expiring
Employers in human capital roles often run lengthy hiring cycles with multiple interview rounds. Starting your search six months before OPT expiration gives you realistic time to secure an offer, complete onboarding, and give your employer room to initiate H-1B sponsorship proceedings.
Highlight workforce data and analytics skills on your resume
HCM roles that involve workforce planning, people analytics, or HRIS administration are more defensible as specialty occupations than purely administrative HR roles. Quantify your experience with headcount modeling, attrition analysis, or compensation benchmarking to position yourself for stronger sponsorship candidates.
Ask about sponsorship policy before your final interview round
Some HR departments handle OPT authorization separately from H-1B sponsorship decisions. Confirm early whether the company sponsors H-1B visas for HCM roles specifically, not just whether they sponsor visas in general. This prevents late-stage surprises after you've invested in a long interview process.
Human Capital Management OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Human Capital Management jobs qualify as specialty occupations for OPT?
Most HCM roles do qualify, but the strength of the case depends on the specific position. Roles in workforce analytics, HRIS implementation, compensation analysis, and talent strategy are well-established specialty occupations that require a directly related bachelor's degree or higher. Generalist HR coordinator roles can be harder to defend if the job description doesn't require a specific field of study. The more analytical and systems-focused the role, the cleaner the specialty occupation argument.
Does a Human Capital Management degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most HCM and HR degrees do not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, since they are not classified under STEM designated degree programs by ICE. A few exceptions exist for programs with strong quantitative or data science components, such as a Management Information Systems or Industrial Engineering degree applied to HCM functions. Verify your specific degree program's CIP code against the official STEM list before assuming extension eligibility.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor OPT for HCM roles?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, saving you from applying to employers who won't support your work authorization. Beyond job boards, target consulting firms and enterprise technology companies with large HR technology practices, since they hire HCM analysts and implementation consultants regularly and have established immigration support processes. Company size matters too since firms with dedicated legal or HR operations teams are more equipped to handle OPT and H-1B paperwork.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I switch from a generalist HR role to a more specialized HCM position mid-authorization?
Your OPT is tied to your degree field, not to a specific employer or job title, so switching roles during your OPT period is generally permissible as long as the new position is directly related to your major. A move from a generalist HR coordinator role to an HCM analyst or HRIS specialist role typically strengthens, rather than weakens, the connection to a human resources or business degree. Report the job change to your DSO promptly and update your SEVP portal record within ten days.
How should I address OPT work authorization with a potential employer in a Human Capital Management interview?
Be straightforward and frame your situation around the employer's timeline, not just your own. Explain that you're authorized to work immediately on OPT and, if applicable, that your employer would need to file an H-1B petition before your OPT expires. HCM hiring managers and HR teams often understand work authorization better than hiring managers in other fields, since they deal with it internally. Prepare a one-paragraph written summary of your OPT timeline and extension eligibility to share proactively if asked.