OPT Office Clerk Jobs
Office Clerk jobs on OPT are widely available at hospitals, universities, law firms, and corporate offices. Most roles require strong organizational skills rather than a specialized degree, making them accessible across many fields of study. Your OPT period gives you up to 12 months of full-time work authorization to gain U.S. office experience.
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Get Access To All JobsWhy work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Overview
Shift: Full Time- Day Shift and Evening Shift
Responsibilities
Serve as receptionist /switchboard operator
- Greet, direct and aid residents and visitors courteously at all times
- Visually observe lobby and report to security or nursing as needed
- Operate Switchboard, answering and transferring calls, making long distance calls and taking messages as needed
- Answer Panic Button Calls and obtain emergency assistance as needed following safety procedures
- Daily, update the Resident Information Directory and Dial Code Book
- Keep accurate records of residents on leave of absence or hospital stay
- Notify all Franklin Users via E-mail of resident admissions, telephone numbers, permanent room changes, withdrawals and deaths
- Control fire panel and follow proper procedure when alarm sounds
- Announce and follow proper procedures for “Code Gray” or “Code Black” warnings
- Check on resident(s) for dining room hostess by following proper procedures
- Make all public address announcements for the Community
- Run copies for residents and staff, collecting fees as appropriate
- Maintain forms and records of all keys, signing out all keys issued, and receipting all keys returned
- Track and prepare Daily Journal deliveries for resident pick up each morning
- Make guest meal and guest room reservations, collecting or billing charges for the same and notifying proper departments
- Collect and turn over to supervisor all money collected for guest meals, guest rooms, copy work and other services as authorized
- Maintain Club House Reservation Logue and keep records of signed contracts
- Monitor prescription box
- Assist residents with maintenance requests
- Sale Employee Meal Tickets
- Maintain copy machine and shredder box
- Keep records as instructed by the switchboard operator
- Be knowledgeable of post office functions, filling in and assisting as needed
- Operate copy machine to copy other items for Community use as requested
Qualifications
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Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Overview
Shift: Full Time- Day Shift and Evening Shift
Responsibilities
Serve as receptionist /switchboard operator
- Greet, direct and aid residents and visitors courteously at all times
- Visually observe lobby and report to security or nursing as needed
- Operate Switchboard, answering and transferring calls, making long distance calls and taking messages as needed
- Answer Panic Button Calls and obtain emergency assistance as needed following safety procedures
- Daily, update the Resident Information Directory and Dial Code Book
- Keep accurate records of residents on leave of absence or hospital stay
- Notify all Franklin Users via E-mail of resident admissions, telephone numbers, permanent room changes, withdrawals and deaths
- Control fire panel and follow proper procedure when alarm sounds
- Announce and follow proper procedures for “Code Gray” or “Code Black” warnings
- Check on resident(s) for dining room hostess by following proper procedures
- Make all public address announcements for the Community
- Run copies for residents and staff, collecting fees as appropriate
- Maintain forms and records of all keys, signing out all keys issued, and receipting all keys returned
- Track and prepare Daily Journal deliveries for resident pick up each morning
- Make guest meal and guest room reservations, collecting or billing charges for the same and notifying proper departments
- Collect and turn over to supervisor all money collected for guest meals, guest rooms, copy work and other services as authorized
- Maintain Club House Reservation Logue and keep records of signed contracts
- Monitor prescription box
- Assist residents with maintenance requests
- Sale Employee Meal Tickets
- Maintain copy machine and shredder box
- Keep records as instructed by the switchboard operator
- Be knowledgeable of post office functions, filling in and assisting as needed
- Operate copy machine to copy other items for Community use as requested
Qualifications
- **
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Office Clerk
Target employers with established OPT hiring history
Large organizations like hospitals, universities, and government contractors regularly hire OPT students for administrative roles. They have HR teams familiar with work authorization paperwork and are less likely to reject your application over OPT status concerns.
Apply before your OPT start date approaches
Many hiring managers don't understand OPT timelines. Start applying 60 to 90 days before your EAD arrives so you have an offer ready when your authorization begins. Waiting until the last minute reduces your options significantly.
Address your work authorization clearly and early
When asked about work authorization, state that you have OPT work authorization valid for 12 months. Avoid vague answers. Clarity builds employer confidence and filters out employers unwilling to hire on OPT before you invest time in interviews.
Highlight software skills that reduce employer hesitation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data entry tools makes you immediately productive. Listing specific software on your resume helps employers see you as a low-risk hire, which often outweighs concerns about your OPT authorization period.
Use your university's career services for employer referrals
Your university's career center maintains relationships with local employers who have hired international students before. These pre-vetted connections are far more efficient than cold applications and give you a warm introduction to OPT-friendly hiring managers.
Understand STEM OPT eligibility if your degree qualifies
If your degree is in a STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you three years total. Knowing this upfront lets you communicate a longer availability window to employers, making you a more attractive long-term hire.
Office Clerk OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Office Clerk on OPT?
Yes, OPT work authorization covers Office Clerk roles as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. USCIS requires that your employment be connected to your degree, so a business, communications, or information systems graduate working in an administrative capacity will generally satisfy this requirement. If your degree field is unrelated, consult your DSO before accepting an offer.
Do Office Clerk employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
H-1B visa sponsorship for Office Clerk roles is uncommon because these positions often don't qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards, which require a direct link between the role and a specific bachelor's degree field. Larger employers in healthcare, finance, and education are more likely to support H-1B petitions for administrative staff than smaller businesses. Ask about long-term sponsorship intentions during the offer stage, not after you've started.
How do I find Office Clerk jobs that accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by sponsorship willingness and work authorization compatibility. Searching there saves significant time compared to filtering through general postings where OPT status is frequently overlooked or misunderstood by recruiters. Focus your search on organizations with 100 or more employees, as they're statistically more likely to have experience navigating OPT hiring requirements.
Does my major need to match the Office Clerk role for OPT to be valid?
Yes, USCIS requires a direct relationship between your OPT employment and your field of study. A business administration graduate working in office operations has a clear connection. A mechanical engineering graduate in the same role may have difficulty demonstrating relevance. Your Designated School Official, or DSO, can help you assess whether a specific role qualifies before you report it. When in doubt, document the connection in writing.
What happens if I can't find an Office Clerk job before my OPT expires?
OPT allows up to 90 days of cumulative unemployment. If you exceed that, your F-1 status is violated. If you're approaching the limit, contact your DSO immediately to explore options such as returning to school, applying for a program extension, or transitioning to a different visa status. STEM OPT extension applicants must file before their initial OPT expires and must have a qualifying job offer in place at the time of filing.