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Solutions Director roles sit at the intersection of technical expertise and client strategy, making them a strong fit for OPT students with backgrounds in engineering, business, or computer science. Most employers require a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard your OPT authorization depends on.
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The Assistant Director of Data Systems and Solutions will oversee the organization's core data systems and processes, including Salesforce, Azure SQL databases, data integrations, reporting infrastructure, and emerging technology initiatives. This role will serve as the organization's lead Salesforce Administrator and will partner with program and operational teams to ensure systems effectively support service delivery, reporting, and decision-making.
The Assistant Director will help translate business and program needs into practical technology solutions, manage system enhancements, support data quality initiatives, and coordinate technical projects across departments. They will also provide support and guidance for related systems used throughout the organization, including school information systems, electronic medical records, and other program-specific platforms. Working closely with staff and stakeholders, the Assistant Director will help improve workflows, implement technology solutions, and strengthen user adoption and systems utilization.
The Assistant Director will supervise the Data Services Manager, coordinate the work of external consultants and vendors, and contribute to the organization's technology and data strategy. This role will serve as a key resource on data systems, reporting, automation, and AI-related initiatives, helping advance operational efficiency, continuous quality improvement, and data-informed decision-making across the organization.
Responsibilities
Systems Administration
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Manage and coach staff responsible for building, maintaining, and improving program data systems. Directly supervise Data Services Manager.
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Serve as the organization's lead Salesforce Administrator, responsible for system configuration, security, user management, workflow automation, data quality, and platform optimization.
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Serve as technical project manager for core data systems by maintaining roadmaps, gathering and prioritizing requirements, defining user stories, coordinating releases, and ensuring solutions meet program and organizational needs.
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Serve as lead for solutions architecture, systems design, and implementation planning for data systems, including Salesforce, SQL databases, data integrations, eClinicalWorks, and related platforms.
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Partner with program leaders to understand service delivery needs, identify workflow and system improvements, and translate ideas or pain points into actionable technology solutions.
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Manage external consultants and vendors for complex or special projects, including scopes of work, timelines, deliverables, quality assurance, and knowledge transfer to internal staff.
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Oversee core systems administration, troubleshooting, documentation, data governance, SQL Database improvements, and responsible AI initiatives in alignment with organizational values, privacy expectations, and service quality goals.
Reporting and Support
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Integrate data across platforms, including SQL Databases and internal data systems; work with external consultants.
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Build and generate ad-hoc reports for programs and administration; Perform SQL queries for cross-programmatic reporting.
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Aid the reporting team in the development of reports and dashboards for programmatic decision making.
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Work with staff at all levels to support the effective use and adoption of technology solutions through training, documentation, and ongoing user support.
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Other functions and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field required; master’s degree preferred.
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At least three years of demonstrated experience managing or leading enterprise data systems, CRM platforms, databases, or related technology products.
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Minimum one year of experience supervising staff.
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Salesforce Administrator, Business Analyst, or related certification.
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Experience with Azure, Microsoft SQL Server, data warehouses and data lakes, ETL processes, and/or API integrations.
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Excellent communication skills and experience serving in a product owner, business analyst, systems lead, or comparable role that requires translating business needs into technical requirements.
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Strong working knowledge of Salesforce administration, configuration, reporting, user permissions, data models, and workflow automation.
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Ability to understand and guide technical development, including database design, SQL, integrations, automation, data quality processes, and technical troubleshooting.
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Experience managing consultants, vendors, or cross-functional technical project teams, including scopes of work, timelines, deliverables, and quality assurance.
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Experience partnering directly with program teams or operational leaders to assess needs, improve workflows, support implementation, and strengthen adoption of technology or data systems.
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Experience supporting data privacy, data governance, documentation, and responsible use of data and technology.
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Experience creating training materials, technical documentation, data dictionaries, workflows, and governance procedures.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience with AI-enabled tools, automation, predictive analytics, natural language tools, or responsible AI implementation in a nonprofit, education, health, human services, or public-sector setting.
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Experience building or supporting dashboards, reporting tools, performance management systems, or program evaluation infrastructure.
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Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, technical project management, or change management practices.
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Experience facilitating cross-functional planning sessions, program design discussions, implementation workgroups, or communities of practice related to data, technology, AI, or service delivery improvement.
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Experience working in youth development, workforce development, education, health, legal services, housing, or other direct-service environments.
INTRODUCTION
The Assistant Director of Data Systems and Solutions will oversee the organization's core data systems and processes, including Salesforce, Azure SQL databases, data integrations, reporting infrastructure, and emerging technology initiatives. This role will serve as the organization's lead Salesforce Administrator and will partner with program and operational teams to ensure systems effectively support service delivery, reporting, and decision-making.
The Assistant Director will help translate business and program needs into practical technology solutions, manage system enhancements, support data quality initiatives, and coordinate technical projects across departments. They will also provide support and guidance for related systems used throughout the organization, including school information systems, electronic medical records, and other program-specific platforms. Working closely with staff and stakeholders, the Assistant Director will help improve workflows, implement technology solutions, and strengthen user adoption and systems utilization.
The Assistant Director will supervise the Data Services Manager, coordinate the work of external consultants and vendors, and contribute to the organization's technology and data strategy. This role will serve as a key resource on data systems, reporting, automation, and AI-related initiatives, helping advance operational efficiency, continuous quality improvement, and data-informed decision-making across the organization.
Responsibilities
Systems Administration
-
Manage and coach staff responsible for building, maintaining, and improving program data systems. Directly supervise Data Services Manager.
-
Serve as the organization's lead Salesforce Administrator, responsible for system configuration, security, user management, workflow automation, data quality, and platform optimization.
-
Serve as technical project manager for core data systems by maintaining roadmaps, gathering and prioritizing requirements, defining user stories, coordinating releases, and ensuring solutions meet program and organizational needs.
-
Serve as lead for solutions architecture, systems design, and implementation planning for data systems, including Salesforce, SQL databases, data integrations, eClinicalWorks, and related platforms.
-
Partner with program leaders to understand service delivery needs, identify workflow and system improvements, and translate ideas or pain points into actionable technology solutions.
-
Manage external consultants and vendors for complex or special projects, including scopes of work, timelines, deliverables, quality assurance, and knowledge transfer to internal staff.
-
Oversee core systems administration, troubleshooting, documentation, data governance, SQL Database improvements, and responsible AI initiatives in alignment with organizational values, privacy expectations, and service quality goals.
Reporting and Support
-
Integrate data across platforms, including SQL Databases and internal data systems; work with external consultants.
-
Build and generate ad-hoc reports for programs and administration; Perform SQL queries for cross-programmatic reporting.
-
Aid the reporting team in the development of reports and dashboards for programmatic decision making.
-
Work with staff at all levels to support the effective use and adoption of technology solutions through training, documentation, and ongoing user support.
-
Other functions and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field required; master’s degree preferred.
-
At least three years of demonstrated experience managing or leading enterprise data systems, CRM platforms, databases, or related technology products.
-
Minimum one year of experience supervising staff.
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Salesforce Administrator, Business Analyst, or related certification.
-
Experience with Azure, Microsoft SQL Server, data warehouses and data lakes, ETL processes, and/or API integrations.
-
Excellent communication skills and experience serving in a product owner, business analyst, systems lead, or comparable role that requires translating business needs into technical requirements.
-
Strong working knowledge of Salesforce administration, configuration, reporting, user permissions, data models, and workflow automation.
-
Ability to understand and guide technical development, including database design, SQL, integrations, automation, data quality processes, and technical troubleshooting.
-
Experience managing consultants, vendors, or cross-functional technical project teams, including scopes of work, timelines, deliverables, and quality assurance.
-
Experience partnering directly with program teams or operational leaders to assess needs, improve workflows, support implementation, and strengthen adoption of technology or data systems.
-
Experience supporting data privacy, data governance, documentation, and responsible use of data and technology.
-
Experience creating training materials, technical documentation, data dictionaries, workflows, and governance procedures.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience with AI-enabled tools, automation, predictive analytics, natural language tools, or responsible AI implementation in a nonprofit, education, health, human services, or public-sector setting.
-
Experience building or supporting dashboards, reporting tools, performance management systems, or program evaluation infrastructure.
-
Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, technical project management, or change management practices.
-
Experience facilitating cross-functional planning sessions, program design discussions, implementation workgroups, or communities of practice related to data, technology, AI, or service delivery improvement.
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Experience working in youth development, workforce development, education, health, legal services, housing, or other direct-service environments.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Solutions Director
Lead with your technical depth, not just your leadership
Solutions Directors are hired for domain expertise first. Emphasize your technical background in your application materials. Employers sponsoring OPT are more likely to move forward when your specialized skills are immediately clear from your resume.
Target companies with established implementation or professional services teams
Organizations with dedicated solutions or professional services functions already understand what a Solutions Director does. They're more likely to have OPT sponsorship infrastructure in place and experience navigating work authorization for technical leadership roles.
Address your OPT timeline proactively with recruiters
Solutions Director hiring processes often run four to eight weeks. Raise your OPT expiration date early in conversations so employers can plan H-1B visa sponsorship alongside your start date without last-minute urgency disrupting the offer.
Quantify the revenue or client outcomes you've influenced
This role is evaluated on business impact. Hiring managers weighing OPT sponsorship costs need confidence you'll deliver results. Specific metrics around deal size, retention, or solution adoption make that case far more effectively than general accomplishments.
Use your STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
If you hold a STEM-designated degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, you may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension. That gives employers a longer runway before needing to file an H-1B petition on your behalf.
Prepare to explain how your degree connects to the Solutions Director function
Specialty occupation requires a direct relationship between your field of study and the role. Be ready to articulate why your degree, whether engineering, business systems, or a technical discipline, specifically qualifies you for this position during recruiter screening.
Solutions Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Solutions Director on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a field directly related to the role. Solutions Director positions typically require expertise in a specific technical or business discipline, which satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for OPT. Your field of study needs to have a clear connection to the solutions, implementation, or client strategy work the role involves.
Will employers sponsor a Solutions Director for an H-1B visa after OPT?
Many do, particularly mid-size and enterprise technology companies with professional services or go-to-market teams. Solutions Directors occupy a senior enough function that employers often find sponsorship worthwhile. Companies with existing immigration counsel on retainer are generally better equipped to manage the H-1B petition process alongside your transition from OPT.
Does a Solutions Director role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree carries a STEM designation from your school's designated school official and appears on the STEM OPT eligible fields list, you can apply for the 24-month extension regardless of your job title. Common qualifying degrees for this role include computer science, information systems, and engineering management.
How do I find Solutions Director jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa-sponsoring employers, which saves significant time compared to filtering manually. Solutions Director roles that welcome OPT candidates are more concentrated in technology, SaaS, and professional services sectors. Searching within those categories on Migrate Mate gives you a more targeted pool of relevant opportunities.
What should I do if my OPT expires before a Solutions Director role closes?
If you've applied to change status to H-1B and USCIS has received the petition before your OPT expires, you may be covered under cap-gap protection through September 30 of that year. Talk to your designated school official immediately if your expiration is approaching and you have an active offer. Timelines in this situation are unforgiving and vary by case.