Office Operations Manager Jobs for OPT Students
Office Operations Manager roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in business administration, management, or organizational leadership. Your OPT authorization covers full-time employment, and many mid-size and enterprise employers in this field file H-1B petitions for strong operations hires.
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The Tempo New York Times Square is looking for an Overnight Front Office Operations Manager to join our team.
This stunning property features 661 rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering views of the city and lights of Times Square. The sky lobby, located on the 11th floor, includes communal working spaces as well as a fitness center and hydration station.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As an Overnight Operations Manager, you would be responsible for directing and administering Front Office operations.
Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Manage all Front Office operations to include, but not limited to, guest service and registration (check-in/check-out), room inventory and availability, guest service standards and initiatives, product quality, cost controls and overall profitability, marketing initiatives, systems use and management, budgeting and forecasting, department management, policy and procedure implementation and enforcement and meeting participation and facilitation.
- Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward.
- Monitor and assess service and satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly.
- Ensure compliance with Company standards.
- Meet and greet guests and respond to guest inquiries, requests and issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner and resolves guest concerns.
- Initiate and implement up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities to maximize room occupancy and overall revenue.
- Ensure team members have current knowledge of hotel products, services, facilities, events, pricing and policies and knowledge of the local area and events.
- Complete audit procedures, as needed.
- Recruit, interview and train team members.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 2 years' experience working as a Front Office Manager at a similar sized property.
- Experience managing a unionized team.
- OnQ experience.
- Overnight availability.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $77,000 - $87,000 / annually
BENEFITS
Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel.
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
- Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents.
- Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications.
- Flexible shifts and days off.
- Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare.
- Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO).
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement.
- Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment.
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodation, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
INTRODUCTION
The Tempo New York Times Square is looking for an Overnight Front Office Operations Manager to join our team.
This stunning property features 661 rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering views of the city and lights of Times Square. The sky lobby, located on the 11th floor, includes communal working spaces as well as a fitness center and hydration station.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As an Overnight Operations Manager, you would be responsible for directing and administering Front Office operations.
Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Manage all Front Office operations to include, but not limited to, guest service and registration (check-in/check-out), room inventory and availability, guest service standards and initiatives, product quality, cost controls and overall profitability, marketing initiatives, systems use and management, budgeting and forecasting, department management, policy and procedure implementation and enforcement and meeting participation and facilitation.
- Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward.
- Monitor and assess service and satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly.
- Ensure compliance with Company standards.
- Meet and greet guests and respond to guest inquiries, requests and issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner and resolves guest concerns.
- Initiate and implement up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities to maximize room occupancy and overall revenue.
- Ensure team members have current knowledge of hotel products, services, facilities, events, pricing and policies and knowledge of the local area and events.
- Complete audit procedures, as needed.
- Recruit, interview and train team members.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 2 years' experience working as a Front Office Manager at a similar sized property.
- Experience managing a unionized team.
- OnQ experience.
- Overnight availability.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $77,000 - $87,000 / annually
BENEFITS
Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel.
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
- Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents.
- Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications.
- Flexible shifts and days off.
- Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare.
- Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO).
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement.
- Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment.
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodation, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an Office Operations Manager
Target employers with a history of H-1B filings
Companies that have sponsored operations roles before are far more likely to do it again. Search OFLC disclosure data to verify whether a prospective employer has filed H-1B petitions for business operations or management titles in recent years.
Highlight cross-functional coordination experience
Office Operations Managers are expected to align multiple departments. Demonstrating that you've coordinated between finance, HR, and facilities signals the kind of organizational breadth employers need and makes your candidacy harder to pass on.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
If your undergraduate or graduate degree is in a STEM-designated field like management information systems or industrial engineering, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension, giving employers significantly more runway before needing to sponsor your visa.
Focus on employers with 500 or more employees
Larger organizations have dedicated HR and legal infrastructure to manage visa sponsorship. Companies below 100 employees often lack the resources or appetite for H-1B petitions, making mid-size and enterprise employers a more efficient target for operations roles.
Quantify your operational impact with measurable outcomes
Operations roles live and die by efficiency metrics. Citing specific improvements, such as reduced vendor costs, faster onboarding cycles, or streamlined procurement workflows, gives hiring managers concrete evidence that sponsoring you carries measurable business value.
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Can I work as an Office Operations Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Office Operations Manager is a qualifying role for F-1 OPT as long as it is directly related to your field of study. Business administration, management, organizational behavior, and related disciplines all support this connection. You must work full-time during post-completion OPT and ensure your employer reports your employment to your DSO within the required window.
Do Office Operations Manager roles typically come with H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on the employer. Large corporations and established mid-size companies in sectors like healthcare, finance, and technology regularly sponsor operations managers for H-1B visas. Smaller businesses and startups are less consistent. Browsing OPT-friendly roles on Migrate Mate helps you filter toward employers who have a demonstrated pattern of supporting visa sponsorship for this role type.
What degree fields qualify an F-1 student to work as an Office Operations Manager on OPT?
Degrees in business administration, operations management, management information systems, industrial engineering, organizational leadership, and public administration are the most common qualifying fields. The connection between your degree and the role must be defensible, meaning your coursework should map to core responsibilities like process improvement, resource coordination, vendor management, or organizational oversight.
Does an Office Operations Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. The STEM OPT extension is tied to your field of study appearing on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. If you hold a degree in management information systems, industrial engineering, or operations research, you likely qualify. A general business administration or management degree typically does not, though some programs have received STEM designation, so confirm with your DSO.
How should I handle the OPT employment reporting requirement for this role?
Your DSO must report your employment in SEVIS within 10 days of your start date. You are responsible for providing your employer's name, address, and job title, confirming the role is related to your degree, and notifying your DSO if anything changes, including a change of employer or a gap in employment. Gaps of 90 days or more during post-completion OPT can jeopardize your status.
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