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Office Coordinator roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business administration, communications, or management. Most positions qualify as professional employment under OPT rules, and many mid-size to large employers have established processes for sponsoring candidates toward an H-1B visa after OPT ends.
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ABOUT SOUTH BRONX UNITED
South Bronx United (SBU) is a sports‑based youth development nonprofit that uses soccer as a tool for social change. Each year, SBU serves more than 1,900 young people through academic support, college and career guidance, mentoring, immigration services, and soccer programming. Our mission is to help youth build character, teamwork, leadership, and the skills needed to succeed in school and beyond. We are guided by the SBU Values: Showing Commitment, Bringing Integrity, and Uniting Our Community.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Office Coordinator who is energized by helping a mission-driven organization run smoothly and who thrives in a community-centered environment. The Office Coordinator ensures the SBU clubhouse and administrative office operate efficiently and remain welcoming spaces for youth, families, staff, and community partners. This role manages front desk operations, supports program logistics, oversees facility and technology needs, and contributes to the overall functioning of a vibrant nonprofit organization.
Responsibilities
The position’s responsibilities include:
- Front Desk & Visitor Experience
- Serve as the first point of contact for families, youth, partners, and visitors.
- Manage phones, email, and messaging platforms promptly with professionalism.
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Maintain a daily visitor log and ensure a welcoming environment.
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Receptionist Coordination
- Train part-time receptionists and help build a strong, supportive front desk team.
- Schedule coverage to ensure the front desk is always staffed.
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Keep the clubhouse front desk schedule and the SBU staff calendar updated and organized.
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Space Scheduling
- Coordinate Office and Clubhouse space calendar scheduling and setup.
- Communicate with customers inquiring about space rentals and coordinate with relevant staff to confirm space bookings.
- Support with space rental contracting, payments, and staff coverage.
- Train staff in rental procedures and communicate renter responsibilities.
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Coordinate with staff and customers to ensure space rentals proceed smoothly.
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Facility Coordination
- Keep the clubhouse and office clean, organized, and ready for daily activities.
- Conduct regular inventory of supplies and storage areas.
- Coordinate with the landlord and vendors to maintain a safe and functional space.
- Ensure proper waste and recycling procedures.
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Ensure everyone using the spaces (including staff, coaches, participants, and rental customers) know and follow proper procedures that facilitate space upkeep.
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Program & Administrative Support
- Track petty cash, program payments, and merchandise sales.
- Register new program participants and process program fees and uniform payments.
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Work with program staff to ensure space is properly programmed and all participants are checked-in, supervised, and picked up by authorized adults.
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Technology Support
- Track IT needs and maintain office equipment.
- Conduct twice-weekly clubhouse laptop inventory.
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Coordinate with the security video vendor and review footage as needed.
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Vendor Management & Transportation
- Coordinate water deliveries, cooler maintenance, food orders for events and meetings, and donation sorting.
- Support the coordination of van usage with program and operations staff.
- Potential to drive the agency van, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong candidates should meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- At least one year of office or administrative experience.
- Customer service or direct service experience preferred.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural settings.
- Organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks.
- Passion for SBU’s mission; familiarity with the South Bronx is a plus.
- Spanish proficiency required.
- Driver’s license is a plus.
SCHEDULE
Full-time, in-person; some evenings/weekends required. Regular hours: 10am–6pm; summer hours: 8am–4pm.
ANTICIPATED START DATE
Immediately
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary: $40,000–$50,000, based on experience.
Comprehensive benefits: fully covered employee-only health insurance, dental/vision options, life insurance, with the option to buy-up, 26 PTO days, paid parental leave, professional development fund, employer-managed 401(k), commuter benefits, and additional PEO-supported benefits.
TO APPLY
Please send your cover letter and resume to info@southbronxunited.org with “Office Operations Coordinator” in the subject line. Please do not call. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Office Coordinator
Target companies with 500+ employees first
Larger organizations typically have HR teams familiar with OPT and H-1B sponsorship processes. A company sponsoring engineers or analysts is likely willing to sponsor an Office Coordinator if you make a strong case for your value.
Frame your degree as directly relevant
Clearly connect your business, communications, or management degree to the Office Coordinator role in your resume. OPT requires your job to be directly related to your field of study, so this connection must be obvious to employers.
Ask about sponsorship after receiving an offer
Raise the H-1B sponsorship question after you have an offer, not during the first interview. By that point, the employer is invested in you and far more likely to explore their options seriously rather than screen you out early.
Highlight systems and tools experience
Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, or project management platforms like Asana strengthens your application significantly. Office Coordinator candidates who can demonstrate operational efficiency are easier for employers to justify sponsoring long-term.
Use your STEM extension if your degree qualifies
If your degree falls under an approved STEM category, such as business analytics or information systems, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. This gives employers three years of work authorization, making sponsorship a much easier conversation.
Office Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Office Coordinator job qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. If you hold a degree in business administration, communications, operations management, or a related field, an Office Coordinator position typically satisfies the OPT employment requirement. You should be prepared to document how the role connects to your major if your DSO or employer asks.
Can I work as an Office Coordinator while on OPT without a job offer in hand?
No. OPT requires you to be employed in a role related to your degree for at least 20 hours per week. You cannot begin your OPT period speculatively. You need a job offer and an authorized start date aligned with your EAD card before you begin working. Use Migrate Mate to browse Office Coordinator roles from employers open to OPT candidates.
Do Office Coordinator employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
It varies by employer size and industry. Large corporations, universities, and healthcare systems are more likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Office Coordinators than small businesses. Your strongest approach is to identify employers with a documented history of sponsorship in administrative or operations roles and target your applications accordingly.
What happens to my OPT status if my Office Coordinator contract ends early?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new qualifying position, transfer to a different visa status, or depart the United States. During this period you cannot work. If you secure another Office Coordinator role within 60 days that is related to your degree, your OPT authorization continues. Document the gap carefully and notify your DSO promptly.
Is an Office Coordinator role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Not automatically. The H-1B specialty occupation standard requires the role to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A generic Office Coordinator title can be challenging to qualify unless the employer documents that the position requires specialized knowledge, such as operations analysis, compliance coordination, or project management tied to a specific degree field.