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Benefits Managers overseeing U.S. compensation and benefits programs qualify for H-1B sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Employers across healthcare, tech, and finance regularly sponsor this role. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Position Summary
EVAPCO, Inc. is an employee owned, industry leading manufacturing company providing innovative heat transfer solutions for industrial refrigeration, power generation, and commercial HVAC markets worldwide. With global manufacturing facilities and sales offices, EVAPCO is committed to making life easier, more reliable, and more sustainable for people everywhere. Our people truly make the difference, and our employee ownership culture fosters long term thinking, engagement, and shared financial success.
EVAPCO, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Benefits Manager to lead the management, administration, and continuous improvement of our employee benefits programs for U.S. employees and their dependents. This role is responsible for ensuring our benefits offerings remain superior to other U.S. companies, compliant, and aligned with EVAPCO’s employee owned culture and long term business strategy. The Corporate Benefits Manager will serve as a subject matter expert for all benefit programs, partner closely with HR leadership, finance, and external vendors, and support employees by delivering clear communication and a high quality benefits experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage and administer U.S. employee health insurance plans.
- Manage and administer U.S. employee leave programs such as short term disability, long term disability, FMLA and ADA leave.
- Partner with Chief People Officer and Chief Financial Officer on the design of employee benefits programs.
- Evaluate health insurance plan performance, utilization, and cost trends; develop recommendations for plan design changes and vendor selections.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and requirements pertaining to the management of employee benefits.
- Provide support to U.S. Evapco facilities in support of local employee benefits needs.
- Oversee annual health insurance renewal processes and open enrollment planning, execution, and communication.
- Develop and deliver clear, employee friendly benefits communications and educational materials.
- Promote a cooperative and harmonious environment that facilitates positive employee morale, productivity, and continuous improvement.
- Routinely answers benefits questions from employees and managers.
- Assists with the education of employees on the Evapco Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Position Requirements/Personal Attributes
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management or a related field required.
- 3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
- Shows appreciation for, understands, and balances the needs of employees with the needs of the business.
- Must possess the ability to understand the relevant people metrics of the business.
- Has the ability to coach others and demonstrate genuine care for people, and the company’s culture.
- Must have an execution oriented mentality and be able to identify the need for change and implement best practices.
- The ability to build strong relationships with employees, is culturally adept, credible and authentic.
- Strong PC and mathematical skills.
- Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
- Achieves results, individually and through teams – can manage data and multiple points of view quickly and creatively to arrive at solutions.
- Grows from failures and celebrates success.
EVAPCO Benefits & Rewards
- The salary range consists of base pay and most recent profit sharing bonus amounts
- Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program – we are an employee-owned company
- Profit Sharing Bonus – which is paid twice per year
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Pay
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance equivalent to base salary, with option for Supplemental Life election
- Paid Sick Leave
- Long Term Disability
Corporate Benefits Manager
Position Summary
EVAPCO, Inc. is an employee owned, industry leading manufacturing company providing innovative heat transfer solutions for industrial refrigeration, power generation, and commercial HVAC markets worldwide. With global manufacturing facilities and sales offices, EVAPCO is committed to making life easier, more reliable, and more sustainable for people everywhere. Our people truly make the difference, and our employee ownership culture fosters long term thinking, engagement, and shared financial success.
EVAPCO, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Benefits Manager to lead the management, administration, and continuous improvement of our employee benefits programs for U.S. employees and their dependents. This role is responsible for ensuring our benefits offerings remain superior to other U.S. companies, compliant, and aligned with EVAPCO’s employee owned culture and long term business strategy. The Corporate Benefits Manager will serve as a subject matter expert for all benefit programs, partner closely with HR leadership, finance, and external vendors, and support employees by delivering clear communication and a high quality benefits experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage and administer U.S. employee health insurance plans.
- Manage and administer U.S. employee leave programs such as short term disability, long term disability, FMLA and ADA leave.
- Partner with Chief People Officer and Chief Financial Officer on the design of employee benefits programs.
- Evaluate health insurance plan performance, utilization, and cost trends; develop recommendations for plan design changes and vendor selections.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and requirements pertaining to the management of employee benefits.
- Provide support to U.S. Evapco facilities in support of local employee benefits needs.
- Oversee annual health insurance renewal processes and open enrollment planning, execution, and communication.
- Develop and deliver clear, employee friendly benefits communications and educational materials.
- Promote a cooperative and harmonious environment that facilitates positive employee morale, productivity, and continuous improvement.
- Routinely answers benefits questions from employees and managers.
- Assists with the education of employees on the Evapco Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Position Requirements/Personal Attributes
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management or a related field required.
- 3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
- Shows appreciation for, understands, and balances the needs of employees with the needs of the business.
- Must possess the ability to understand the relevant people metrics of the business.
- Has the ability to coach others and demonstrate genuine care for people, and the company’s culture.
- Must have an execution oriented mentality and be able to identify the need for change and implement best practices.
- The ability to build strong relationships with employees, is culturally adept, credible and authentic.
- Strong PC and mathematical skills.
- Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
- Achieves results, individually and through teams – can manage data and multiple points of view quickly and creatively to arrive at solutions.
- Grows from failures and celebrates success.
EVAPCO Benefits & Rewards
- The salary range consists of base pay and most recent profit sharing bonus amounts
- Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program – we are an employee-owned company
- Profit Sharing Bonus – which is paid twice per year
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Pay
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance equivalent to base salary, with option for Supplemental Life election
- Paid Sick Leave
- Long Term Disability
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Benefits Manager
Position your degree as a direct match
USCIS requires your degree field to align with benefits management. Degrees in human resources, business administration, or organizational psychology support the specialty occupation argument. A mismatch between your degree and the role is the most common RFE trigger.
Target large employers with established HR infrastructure
Large corporations in healthcare, finance, and technology typically have dedicated immigration teams and experience sponsoring HR leadership roles. Smaller employers may be willing but lack the infrastructure, which can slow the petition process significantly.
Get your LCA certified before the visa application
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor certifying prevailing wage compliance before any H-1B petition is submitted. Confirm your employer has completed this step before expecting a visa timeline.
Document your specialization, not just your job title
Benefits Managers overseeing complex programs like self-funded health plans, 401(k) administration, or leave compliance build a stronger specialty occupation case than generalist HR managers. Make sure your offer letter reflects specific technical responsibilities.
Understand the H-1B lottery timing before accepting an offer
H-1B registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. If you receive an offer outside that window, ask your employer about cap-exempt options, O-1 eligibility, or whether you can start on OPT while waiting for the next lottery cycle.
Ask specifically whether your employer has sponsored HR roles before
Not all employers who sponsor engineering roles will sponsor HR management positions. Ask HR or your recruiter directly whether the company has filed H-1B petitions for Benefits Manager or similar HR leadership titles in the past.
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Does a Benefits Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Benefits Manager positions generally qualify when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in human resources, business administration, or a related field. USCIS looks for positions where a specific degree is a minimum requirement, not just preferred. Roles overseeing complex benefits programs, ERISA compliance, or self-funded health plans build the strongest cases.
What degree do I need to get H-1B sponsorship as a Benefits Manager?
A bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, organizational psychology, or a closely related field is the standard baseline. Your degree field should align with the specific duties in your job description. If your degree is in an unrelated field, three years of relevant work experience can substitute for each year of missing education under USCIS equivalency rules.
Which industries are most likely to sponsor Benefits Managers?
Healthcare systems, financial services firms, technology companies, and large manufacturing employers are the most active sponsors for Benefits Manager roles. These industries tend to have complex, high-value benefits programs that justify hiring internationally. Use Migrate Mate to browse current openings filtered specifically for visa-sponsoring employers in this field.
How often do H-1B petitions for Benefits Manager roles get approved?
USCIS does not publish approval rates broken down by job title, but HR management roles with clear degree requirements and detailed specialty occupation documentation generally see strong approval rates. Requests for Evidence are more common when job descriptions are vague or when the degree field is only loosely related. A detailed offer letter and strong employer documentation reduce RFE risk significantly.
Can a Benefits Manager on OPT extend their work authorization while waiting for H-1B approval?
Yes. If you're on F-1 OPT and your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires, you may be eligible for a 240-day OPT extension that bridges the gap until October 1. STEM OPT extension is not available for this role unless your degree qualifies. Confirm your specific OPT expiration date with your Designated School Official well in advance.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Benefits Manager jobs?
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.
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