Sports H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Virginia

Virginia's sports and recreation sector draws seasonal H-2B visa workers each year, with ski resorts in the Shenandoah Valley, golf courses across Northern Virginia and the Richmond area, and outdoor recreation operators near the Blue Ridge Parkway filing H-2B petitions for roles that U.S. workers don't fill in sufficient numbers during peak seasons.

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the club at glenmore
Dining Room Manager
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Dining Room Manager
the club at glenmore
Keswick, Virginia
Hospitality & Guest Services
Customer Service & Support
Events & Tourism
Hospitality Management
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2+ yrs exp.
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The Virginian Golf Club
Cook
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The Virginian Golf Club
Bristol, Virginia
Food Service
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2+ yrs exp.
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Belmont Country Club
Banquet Supervisor
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Banquet Supervisor
Belmont Country Club
Ashburn, Virginia
Food Service
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Events & Tourism
Hospitality Management
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2+ yrs exp.
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Farmington Country Club
Public Area Supervisor
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Public Area Supervisor
Farmington Country Club
Charlottesville, Virginia
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201-500

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The Country Club of Virginia
Chef de Cuisine
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Chef de Cuisine
The Country Club of Virginia
Henrico, Virginia
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Chefs & Cooks
Hospitality Management
$70,000/yr - $80,000/yr
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3+ yrs exp.
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H-2B Sports Job Roles in Virginia

Hospitality & Guest Services16 jobs
Food Service14 jobs
Customer Service & Support12 jobs
Hospitality Management12 jobs
Maintenance & Repair5 jobs
Manufacturing Operations5 jobs
Skilled Trades5 jobs
Event Planning4 jobs
Events & Tourism4 jobs
Cleaning & Housekeeping2 jobs

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Sports H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

Which sports companies sponsor H-2B visas in Virginia?

Ski resorts such as Massanutten Resort and Bryce Resort, golf course management companies operating courses in Northern Virginia and the Tidewater region, and whitewater rafting and outdoor adventure operators near the New River and Shenandoah River have historically filed H-2B visa petitions. Larger hospitality and resort groups that bundle sports and recreation amenities within their properties also appear in Department of Labor disclosure data as H-2B employers.

Which cities in Virginia have the most sports H-2B sponsorship jobs?

H-2B sports sponsorship activity in Virginia clusters around resort corridors rather than major metro areas. The Shenandoah Valley towns of Harrisonburg and McGaheysville see winter ski-season demand. The Northern Virginia suburbs and Loudoun County generate golf-related filings. Coastal areas near Virginia Beach and the Eastern Shore produce seasonal marina, watersports, and outdoor recreation petitions during summer months.

What types of sports roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?

H-2B sponsorship in sports and recreation typically covers seasonal, non-agricultural positions such as ski lift operators, snowmakers, golf course grounds crew, marina attendants, outdoor adventure guides, and sports equipment rental staff. The role must be temporary in nature, tied to a peak season or one-time event, and the employer must demonstrate that qualified U.S. workers are unavailable to fill the positions.

How do I find sports H-2B sponsorship jobs in Virginia?

Migrate Mate lists H-2B sponsorship jobs filtered by state and industry, making it straightforward to browse sports and recreation roles specifically in Virginia. Because H-2B positions are seasonal and petitions are filed months in advance, checking Migrate Mate regularly during the fall for winter-season roles and in late winter for summer-season openings gives you the best chance of finding active listings before positions fill.

Are there any Virginia-specific or industry-specific considerations for H-2B sports jobs?

Virginia employers must comply with the H-2B cap, which limits total H-2B visas to 66,000 per fiscal year across both halves. Virginia's sports season split means ski employers petition for the October-to-March winter cap and summer recreation employers petition for the April-to-September cap, and these slots can run out quickly. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor before USCIS will adjudicate the petition, a process that typically begins three to four months before the start date.

What is the prevailing wage for H-2B sports jobs in Virginia?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.