OPT Safety Coordinator Jobs
Safety Coordinator jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in occupational health, environmental science, or engineering. Most roles qualify under STEM OPT extension categories, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in construction, manufacturing, and healthcare regularly hire for this position.
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Your future role at a glance:
Location: Appleton, WI
Facility: Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital
Department: Quality
Schedule: Days | Full-time
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
Drive a Culture of Readiness by coordinating continuous compliance and safety programs that ensure the facility remains a gold standard for care and regulatory excellence.
Lead Multidisciplinary Collaboration to identify operational bottlenecks and implement innovative service improvements that enhance both team efficiency and patient outcomes.
Champion Patient Safety Initiatives by translating complex standards into actionable risk-reduction strategies that protect our patients and clinical staff.
Transform Data into Insight by analyzing diverse clinical and financial metrics to produce meaningful reports that guide executive decision-making and service-line growth.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
* Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the state of Wisconsin or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
* Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing required.
Work Experience:
* Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience in the field of the primary work required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
* Monday- Friday days with some flexibility between 7:30 and 5:30
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
FRAUD PREVENTION NOTICE
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-VERIFY STATEMENT
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
BENEFITS
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
INTRODUCTION
Your future role at a glance:
Location: Appleton, WI
Facility: Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital
Department: Quality
Schedule: Days | Full-time
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
Drive a Culture of Readiness by coordinating continuous compliance and safety programs that ensure the facility remains a gold standard for care and regulatory excellence.
Lead Multidisciplinary Collaboration to identify operational bottlenecks and implement innovative service improvements that enhance both team efficiency and patient outcomes.
Champion Patient Safety Initiatives by translating complex standards into actionable risk-reduction strategies that protect our patients and clinical staff.
Transform Data into Insight by analyzing diverse clinical and financial metrics to produce meaningful reports that guide executive decision-making and service-line growth.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
* Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the state of Wisconsin or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
* Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing required.
Work Experience:
* Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience in the field of the primary work required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
* Monday- Friday days with some flexibility between 7:30 and 5:30
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
FRAUD PREVENTION NOTICE
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-VERIFY STATEMENT
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
BENEFITS
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Safety Coordinator
Confirm your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires OPT work to be directly related to your field of study. Degrees in occupational health, environmental science, or industrial engineering map cleanly to Safety Coordinator roles. Bring your transcript to interviews if asked to demonstrate the connection.
Target STEM-designated programs early
If your degree carries a STEM designation, you're eligible for a 24-month OPT extension beyond the initial 12 months. Identify this before accepting offers so you can plan your authorization timeline and give employers accurate information about how long you can work.
Understand what employers mean by sponsorship
Many Safety Coordinator postings say they don't sponsor visas but will hire OPT students without issue. OPT doesn't require employer sponsorship the way H-1B visa does. Clarify this distinction early in conversations so you don't self-select out of roles you actually qualify for.
Pursue OSHA certifications before applying
OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications are widely recognized in safety hiring. Completing either before your job search demonstrates practical readiness and separates you from candidates without hands-on safety training, which matters in industries like construction and manufacturing.
Track your OPT start date against offer timelines
OPT authorization has a firm start date, and you must begin work within 90 days of that date. Coordinate your offer acceptance and start date carefully. Starting too early or too late relative to your EAD effective date creates compliance problems for both you and your employer.
Highlight internship and campus safety experience
Relevant experience doesn't have to come from full-time jobs. Campus emergency response roles, environmental health internships, or lab safety assistant positions all demonstrate competency. Document these clearly on your resume to show employers you've applied safety principles in real environments.
Safety Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Safety Coordinators?
Yes. Safety Coordinator roles qualify for OPT as long as the work is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in occupational health, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or engineering typically satisfy that requirement. You'll need a valid EAD before starting work, and your employer doesn't need to file any petition on your behalf during the OPT period.
Do Safety Coordinator roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your specific degree's CIP code, not the job title. If your degree in environmental science, industrial engineering, or a related STEM field carries a qualifying CIP code, you can apply for a 24-month extension after your initial 12-month OPT. Your DSO at your university's international student office can confirm whether your program qualifies before you accept an offer.
Which industries hire Safety Coordinators on OPT most frequently?
Construction, manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare are the most active industries for Safety Coordinator hiring. These sectors operate under strict OSHA compliance requirements, which creates consistent demand for safety staff. Government contractors and large industrial employers tend to have more structured onboarding processes that are familiar with OPT work authorization. You can browse open Safety Coordinator roles on Migrate Mate, filtered for OPT-friendly employers.
What happens to my OPT status if my Safety Coordinator job ends?
You enter a 90-day unemployment buffer, which is cumulative across your entire OPT period. During that window, you need to find new employment in your field or your OPT authorization ends. Report any job change to your DSO promptly through your school's SEVIS reporting system. Gaps between Safety Coordinator roles count against this 90-day limit, so it's worth starting your next job search before your current role ends.
Do I need to disclose my OPT status when applying for Safety Coordinator jobs?
Employers are legally permitted to ask whether you're authorized to work in the United States and whether you'll need sponsorship now or in the future. You should answer honestly: you're authorized through OPT and won't need sponsorship during that period. Many employers aren't familiar with OPT, so being prepared to briefly explain what it is, including your authorization timeline, helps avoid confusion and keeps your application moving forward.