OPT IT Recruiter Jobs
IT Recruiter roles on OPT sit at the intersection of human resources and technical hiring, making them a strong fit for F-1 students with business, HR, or communications degrees. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, and many staffing firms have structured OPT-to-H-1B visa sponsorship pipelines worth exploring early.
Find OPT IT Recruiter JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 166+ IT Recruiter jobs
See all 166+ IT Recruiter Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new IT Recruiter roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
- APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH and YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*
PURPOSE: This protective services recruitment specialist position exists to increase awareness about the need for more foster homes and supports the retention of the agencies currently licensed foster homes.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment Specialist (Recruiter) Position Details: A recruiter works to raise awareness about the need for more foster homes. Recruiters work many weekends, evenings and some holidays as needed. They have a very non-traditional schedule. Recruiters take a lead role in statewide foster parent recruitment efforts and county-based initiatives inclusive of data tracking. Some duties are to identify venues appropriate for targeted recruitment and evaluate whether the venues, events and demographics are appropriate for our targeted audience. Recruiters do several public presentations. Recruiters are responsible for providing customer service skills to inquiring families by accurately explaining the foster parent licensing process and providing information on how to complete an inquiry. Recruiters often solicit donations for specific events, waiver of booth fees, etc. Recruiters communicate, support and assist those who inquire throughout their licensing process. They are also responsible for making follow-up contact with prospective individuals. Recruiters collaborate with community organizations, agencies, churches, etc. to partner in raising awareness about the ongoing need for more foster homes. Recruiters are responsible for coordinating and planning many special events and specialty items such as display panel walls, giveaways, shade tents, dollies, trade show tables, banners, signage, informational brochures, etc. There is an extensive amount of heavy lifting (50-100+ lbs) and continual movement and set-up of materials at events such as health fairs, county fairs, trade shows, conventions, indoor and outdoor tabling events throughout all seasons of the year.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in social work, education, counseling, psychology, sociology, criminal justice or family studies from an accredited college/university. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office setting: late hours, weekends, on-call and callback work may be required. Will be exposed to regular periods of video display terminal and keyboard usage and stressful situations. Travel may be required. Possible exposure to irate clientele. Incumbent will work under stress and frequent time constraints. Incumbent will be required to furnish a personal vehicle for carrying out assignments which may include transporting clients including children. Must have own mode of transportation. There is also an extensive amount of heavy lifting (50-100+ lbs) and continual movement and set-up of materials at community events such as health fairs, county fairs, trade shows, conventions, indoor and outdoor tabling events throughout all seasons of the year.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Renee Fitts, (575) 626-9612. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
INTRODUCTION
We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
- APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH and YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*
PURPOSE: This protective services recruitment specialist position exists to increase awareness about the need for more foster homes and supports the retention of the agencies currently licensed foster homes.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment Specialist (Recruiter) Position Details: A recruiter works to raise awareness about the need for more foster homes. Recruiters work many weekends, evenings and some holidays as needed. They have a very non-traditional schedule. Recruiters take a lead role in statewide foster parent recruitment efforts and county-based initiatives inclusive of data tracking. Some duties are to identify venues appropriate for targeted recruitment and evaluate whether the venues, events and demographics are appropriate for our targeted audience. Recruiters do several public presentations. Recruiters are responsible for providing customer service skills to inquiring families by accurately explaining the foster parent licensing process and providing information on how to complete an inquiry. Recruiters often solicit donations for specific events, waiver of booth fees, etc. Recruiters communicate, support and assist those who inquire throughout their licensing process. They are also responsible for making follow-up contact with prospective individuals. Recruiters collaborate with community organizations, agencies, churches, etc. to partner in raising awareness about the ongoing need for more foster homes. Recruiters are responsible for coordinating and planning many special events and specialty items such as display panel walls, giveaways, shade tents, dollies, trade show tables, banners, signage, informational brochures, etc. There is an extensive amount of heavy lifting (50-100+ lbs) and continual movement and set-up of materials at events such as health fairs, county fairs, trade shows, conventions, indoor and outdoor tabling events throughout all seasons of the year.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in social work, education, counseling, psychology, sociology, criminal justice or family studies from an accredited college/university. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office setting: late hours, weekends, on-call and callback work may be required. Will be exposed to regular periods of video display terminal and keyboard usage and stressful situations. Travel may be required. Possible exposure to irate clientele. Incumbent will work under stress and frequent time constraints. Incumbent will be required to furnish a personal vehicle for carrying out assignments which may include transporting clients including children. Must have own mode of transportation. There is also an extensive amount of heavy lifting (50-100+ lbs) and continual movement and set-up of materials at community events such as health fairs, county fairs, trade shows, conventions, indoor and outdoor tabling events throughout all seasons of the year.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Renee Fitts, (575) 626-9612. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
See all 166+ OPT IT Recruiter Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new OPT IT Recruiter Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an IT Recruiter
Target staffing firms with H-1B sponsorship history
Large IT staffing companies file H-1B visa petitions regularly for internal recruiters. Research firms that have sponsored recruiters before, not just technical roles. A history of sponsoring your job title specifically is a strong signal they will do it again.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
IT Recruiter roles require specialized knowledge in HR, business, or communications. When applying, emphasize how your degree directly applies to sourcing, screening, and evaluating technical talent. This framing strengthens both your OPT eligibility and any future H-1B petition.
Raise sponsorship before accepting an offer
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the final interview stage, not after signing. Phrase it practically: confirm whether the company has sponsored recruiters before and what that process looks like. Early clarity prevents a costly situation when your OPT ends.
Track your OPT end date against the H-1B cap timeline
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. Map your OPT expiration against that calendar now. If your OPT expires before October, you may need STEM OPT extension eligibility or a cap-exempt employer to bridge the gap.
Build technical vocabulary to increase your market value
IT Recruiters who understand cloud platforms, software development lifecycles, and engineering roles command stronger offers and are harder to replace. Demonstrable technical knowledge also makes your specialty occupation argument more credible during visa petitions.
Get your employment authorization documents organized before day one
Employers will verify your EAD, I-20, and OPT approval notice during onboarding. Have certified copies ready and confirm your OPT start date aligns with your offer. Starting work even one day before your OPT authorization is active creates serious status violations.
IT Recruiter OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Recruiter role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT and H-1B purposes?
IT Recruiter positions generally qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like human resources, business administration, or communications. The key is that the degree must be a genuine requirement of the position, not just preferred. Roles at larger staffing firms with clearly defined degree requirements tend to have the strongest cases.
Where can I find IT Recruiter jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by visa sponsorship openness, so you are not wasting applications on employers who will not work with OPT authorization. Searching there surfaces IT Recruiter roles at staffing firms and corporate talent acquisition teams that have a documented history of hiring international students.
Can I work as an IT Recruiter on STEM OPT extension?
STEM OPT applies only to degrees on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Most HR and communications degrees do not qualify, but degrees in management information systems or certain business analytics programs sometimes do. If your degree is not STEM-designated, your standard OPT period is 12 months, so planning for H-1B sponsorship well in advance is critical.
Do staffing agencies typically sponsor H-1B visas for their internal recruiters?
Some do, but not all. Large national IT staffing firms like those placing contractors in enterprise tech environments are more likely to have established H-1B sponsorship programs for internal staff. Smaller boutique agencies often lack the infrastructure or legal budget for sponsorship. Always ask specifically whether they have sponsored someone in a recruiter role before, not just technical positions.
What happens to my OPT status if I switch from one IT Recruiter role to another?
You can change employers on OPT as long as each role is directly related to your degree field and you report the change to your DSO within 10 days. There is no formal approval required from USCIS for the job change itself, but your I-20 must be updated to reflect the new employer. Gaps between jobs count against your 90-day unemployment limit, so minimize time between positions.