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Communications Strategist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a directly related bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Many employers also support TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals. Sponsorship-ready openings span corporate communications, public affairs, and nonprofit advocacy teams across the U.S.
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Position Title Enrollment Marketing and Communications Strategist
Requisition Number S02520P
Position Category Staff
Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Pay Grade E32
FLSA Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Regional Education and Career Pathways Initiative is a collaborative effort among Weber State University, Ogden-Weber Technical College, Davis Technical College, and regional community partners to expand access to education and career opportunities. The initiative helps prospective learners explore their options, connect with appropriate programs and resources, and successfully take the next steps toward their educational and career goals, regardless of which institution they ultimately choose to attend.
The initiative accomplishes these goals through coordinated institutional and community partnerships, targeted outreach, student navigation services, technology-supported engagement, and shared strategies that strengthen educational pathways and improve enrollment outcomes. A central focus is creating a more connected experience for prospective learners and ensuring they receive appropriate support as they move toward enrollment or transition between institutions.
The Enrollment Marketing and Communications Strategist develops, implements, and evaluates marketing and communication strategies, with primary responsibility for supporting the Regional Education and Career Pathways Initiative and additional responsibilities related to Weber State University’s prospective student enrollment communications. Reporting to the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Strategist develops audience-specific campaigns, creates clear and actionable communication content, coordinates communication plans across departments and institutional partners, and evaluates their effectiveness. The position works closely with the Director of Regional Education and Career Pathways and the Coordinator of Regional Outreach Operations to ensure communications support coordinated outreach and meaningful progress toward enrollment. The Strategist is accountable for the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of assigned communications and their contribution to student engagement and enrollment outcomes.
A major responsibility of the position is supporting the redesign and implementation of prospective student communications as Weber State transitions to Element451. The Strategist collaborates with Admissions and Recruitment, Student Communications, CRM staff, and other university partners to develop coordinated communication strategies from initial student interest through enrollment and preparation for the first semester. The position is responsible for communication strategy, messaging, content, and operational requirements, while CRM technical staff retain responsibility for system configuration and technical implementation.
The Strategist collaborates closely with Student Communications to maintain consistent messaging and coordinate communication strategies. Student Communications, University Marketing and Communications, and appropriate design or web staff support the design, production, and publication of materials. The Strategist ensures assigned communications comply with applicable federal and state laws, university policies, accessibility requirements, and communication consent standards.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, higher education, business, or a related field.
* Two years of experience in marketing, communications, digital engagement, higher education, or a related field.
* Experience creating and coordinating content for email, text, web, or other digital platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in higher education recruitment, enrollment, student services, or related areas.
* Experience coordinating communication campaigns across departments and improving existing communication strategies.
* Experience with CRM platforms, automated communications, and audience segmentation.
* Familiarity with Element451 or similar CRM and marketing automation platforms.
* Experience developing communication journeys and automated communication campaigns.
* Experience conducting A/B or multivariate testing and using campaign performance data to improve messaging, engagement, and conversion.
* Experience collaborating with creative, design, web, or communications teams to develop and implement marketing materials.
* Demonstrated ability to organize communication campaigns, manage multiple projects, and collaborate across departments.
* Familiarity with using engagement data to assess and improve communication effectiveness.
* Demonstrated ability to develop clear, accurate, and action-oriented communications for all audiences.
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check? Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 11/11/2026
Review Date 11/25/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $50,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references. A philosophy statement can be included as an optional document.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin November 25, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Position Details
Position Title Enrollment Marketing and Communications Strategist
Requisition Number S02520P
Position Category Staff
Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Pay Grade E32
FLSA Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Regional Education and Career Pathways Initiative is a collaborative effort among Weber State University, Ogden-Weber Technical College, Davis Technical College, and regional community partners to expand access to education and career opportunities. The initiative helps prospective learners explore their options, connect with appropriate programs and resources, and successfully take the next steps toward their educational and career goals, regardless of which institution they ultimately choose to attend.
The initiative accomplishes these goals through coordinated institutional and community partnerships, targeted outreach, student navigation services, technology-supported engagement, and shared strategies that strengthen educational pathways and improve enrollment outcomes. A central focus is creating a more connected experience for prospective learners and ensuring they receive appropriate support as they move toward enrollment or transition between institutions.
The Enrollment Marketing and Communications Strategist develops, implements, and evaluates marketing and communication strategies, with primary responsibility for supporting the Regional Education and Career Pathways Initiative and additional responsibilities related to Weber State University’s prospective student enrollment communications. Reporting to the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Strategist develops audience-specific campaigns, creates clear and actionable communication content, coordinates communication plans across departments and institutional partners, and evaluates their effectiveness. The position works closely with the Director of Regional Education and Career Pathways and the Coordinator of Regional Outreach Operations to ensure communications support coordinated outreach and meaningful progress toward enrollment. The Strategist is accountable for the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of assigned communications and their contribution to student engagement and enrollment outcomes.
A major responsibility of the position is supporting the redesign and implementation of prospective student communications as Weber State transitions to Element451. The Strategist collaborates with Admissions and Recruitment, Student Communications, CRM staff, and other university partners to develop coordinated communication strategies from initial student interest through enrollment and preparation for the first semester. The position is responsible for communication strategy, messaging, content, and operational requirements, while CRM technical staff retain responsibility for system configuration and technical implementation.
The Strategist collaborates closely with Student Communications to maintain consistent messaging and coordinate communication strategies. Student Communications, University Marketing and Communications, and appropriate design or web staff support the design, production, and publication of materials. The Strategist ensures assigned communications comply with applicable federal and state laws, university policies, accessibility requirements, and communication consent standards.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, higher education, business, or a related field.
* Two years of experience in marketing, communications, digital engagement, higher education, or a related field.
* Experience creating and coordinating content for email, text, web, or other digital platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in higher education recruitment, enrollment, student services, or related areas.
* Experience coordinating communication campaigns across departments and improving existing communication strategies.
* Experience with CRM platforms, automated communications, and audience segmentation.
* Familiarity with Element451 or similar CRM and marketing automation platforms.
* Experience developing communication journeys and automated communication campaigns.
* Experience conducting A/B or multivariate testing and using campaign performance data to improve messaging, engagement, and conversion.
* Experience collaborating with creative, design, web, or communications teams to develop and implement marketing materials.
* Demonstrated ability to organize communication campaigns, manage multiple projects, and collaborate across departments.
* Familiarity with using engagement data to assess and improve communication effectiveness.
* Demonstrated ability to develop clear, accurate, and action-oriented communications for all audiences.
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check? Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 11/11/2026
Review Date 11/25/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $50,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references. A philosophy statement can be included as an optional document.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin November 25, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
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Frame your degree as directly related
H-1B eligibility hinges on a specialty occupation link between your degree and the role. A communications, journalism, or PR degree maps cleanly, but a general business degree often triggers an RFE. Tailor your resume to emphasize the academic-to-role connection explicitly.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage tier before you enter salary discussions, so you're not blindsided by a lower offer post-filing.
Target agencies and in-house teams separately
PR agencies often hire internationally but may lack a formal sponsorship process. In-house communications teams at publicly traded companies or large nonprofits typically have established immigration counsel. Focusing your search on organizations with HR infrastructure significantly reduces the risk of a withdrawn offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Identifying which communications employers have active LCA filing history saves weeks of cold outreach. Search Migrate Mate's curated listings of employers with verified sponsorship records, filtered by role and city, so your applications go to companies already set up to sponsor your visa.
Prepare a portfolio that proves specialty occupation
USCIS adjudicators sometimes question whether communications roles require specialized theoretical knowledge. A portfolio of strategy decks, campaign frameworks, or crisis communications plans, backed by a strong employer support letter, substantiates that your work goes well beyond general writing tasks.
Understand TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican nationality
Canadian and Mexican nationals can qualify for TN status under the USMCA as Public Relations Specialists with a relevant bachelor's degree. TN requires no lottery and no USCIS petition for Canadians, making it a faster path if your role title and duties align with that USMCA category.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Communications Strategist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS treats Communications Strategist as a specialty occupation when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in communications, public relations, marketing, or a closely related field. Roles that allow any degree major, or that describe duties as general writing or administrative support, are more likely to face an RFE. A well-drafted job description that emphasizes strategic planning, campaign development, and audience analysis strengthens the specialty occupation argument.
Which visa types are available to foreign nationals in communications roles?
H-1B is the most common path for communications professionals and covers specialty occupation roles. Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue TN status as Public Relations Specialists under the USMCA, provided their degree and job duties align with that category. F-1 students in communications programs can also work under OPT or STEM OPT if their degree carries a qualifying CIP code. Each pathway has different timelines, caps, and filing requirements.
Where can I find Communications Strategist jobs with verified H-1B sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Communications Strategist openings from employers with confirmed LCA filing history, so you can apply with confidence that sponsorship is already part of the hiring process rather than a conversation you have to initiate from scratch.
What degree does a Communications Strategist need for visa sponsorship?
Most employers sponsor communications professionals with a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a closely related field. USCIS scrutinizes cases where the degree is in an unrelated discipline, so the academic background needs to connect directly to the strategic and analytical duties of the role. Some employers accept a combination of a two-year degree plus equivalent professional experience under the three-for-one rule, but this requires detailed documentation and is harder to defend at adjudication.
Can a Communications Strategist be sponsored for a green card?
Yes. Most communications professionals pursue green cards through the EB-3 skilled worker category or EB-2 for those with an advanced degree. Both pathways require the employer to complete PERM labor certification with DOL first, which involves a supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers were available. Per-country demand, especially for applicants from India and China, can create long priority date backlogs, so starting the process early during H-1B status is advisable.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Communications Strategist 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.