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Get Access To All JobsABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Inclusion, Opportunity & Community Senior Coordinator is an integral part of Latham’s Global Citizenship & Community Engagement team. This role will be responsible for working with the Manager of Inclusion, Opportunity & Community to support all projects and initiatives related to the firm’s lawyer and business services professional (“BSP”) affinity groups, the blended lawyer and BSP networks (collectively referred to herein as the “Affinity Groups”), and the firm’s multicultural coalitions for lawyers and BSPs, while supporting the launch and management of all of our Affinity Groups and multicultural coalitions, including assisting with leadership rotations, onboarding new leaders, leadership calls, managing membership rosters, maintaining email distribution lists, and budget analysis. This role will be located in either our Chicago, New York, or Washington D.C. offices. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
Other key responsibilities include:
- Exploring and developing new approaches to managing Affinity Group programming and membership rosters, leveraging technology and the firm’s platforms to enhance process efficiency, streamline coordination, and improve accuracy
- Working closely with the Manager of Inclusion, Opportunity & Community to help implement the global strategy for all Affinity Groups and multicultural coalitions and execute on all global initiatives and programs, including cultural heritage and recognition programs, social and community building events, professional development programs, mentoring initiatives, and sessions at firm academies, and orientation programs for new hires, summer associates, and law students
- Drafting email communications for Affinity Groups and multicultural coalitions, including event invitations and newsletters
- Handling all aspects of event planning for Affinity Group meetings and programs for members and leaders; working closely with Events, Business Development, and Technology Departments
- Helping develop and maintain shared resources for all Affinity Group and multicultural coalition leaders, including orientation guides, event planning best practices, and intranet site content
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exhibit a high level of attention to detail to support the delivery of excellent work product, compliance, consistency, and accuracy
- Possess advanced project management and organizational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines within tight timeframes
And have:
- A bachelor’s degree
- A minimum of two (2) years of related administration experience, preferably
BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Pay Range: USD $90,000.00 - USD $108,000.00 /Yr.
ABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Inclusion, Opportunity & Community Senior Coordinator is an integral part of Latham’s Global Citizenship & Community Engagement team. This role will be responsible for working with the Manager of Inclusion, Opportunity & Community to support all projects and initiatives related to the firm’s lawyer and business services professional (“BSP”) affinity groups, the blended lawyer and BSP networks (collectively referred to herein as the “Affinity Groups”), and the firm’s multicultural coalitions for lawyers and BSPs, while supporting the launch and management of all of our Affinity Groups and multicultural coalitions, including assisting with leadership rotations, onboarding new leaders, leadership calls, managing membership rosters, maintaining email distribution lists, and budget analysis. This role will be located in either our Chicago, New York, or Washington D.C. offices. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
Other key responsibilities include:
- Exploring and developing new approaches to managing Affinity Group programming and membership rosters, leveraging technology and the firm’s platforms to enhance process efficiency, streamline coordination, and improve accuracy
- Working closely with the Manager of Inclusion, Opportunity & Community to help implement the global strategy for all Affinity Groups and multicultural coalitions and execute on all global initiatives and programs, including cultural heritage and recognition programs, social and community building events, professional development programs, mentoring initiatives, and sessions at firm academies, and orientation programs for new hires, summer associates, and law students
- Drafting email communications for Affinity Groups and multicultural coalitions, including event invitations and newsletters
- Handling all aspects of event planning for Affinity Group meetings and programs for members and leaders; working closely with Events, Business Development, and Technology Departments
- Helping develop and maintain shared resources for all Affinity Group and multicultural coalition leaders, including orientation guides, event planning best practices, and intranet site content
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exhibit a high level of attention to detail to support the delivery of excellent work product, compliance, consistency, and accuracy
- Possess advanced project management and organizational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines within tight timeframes
And have:
- A bachelor’s degree
- A minimum of two (2) years of related administration experience, preferably
BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Pay Range: USD $90,000.00 - USD $108,000.00 /Yr.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Community Coordinator
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Community Coordinator postings often list degrees as preferred rather than required. Before applying, confirm the job description explicitly states a bachelor's in a specific field, social work, public health, or communications, because USCIS requires that link for H-1B specialty occupation approval.
Check prevailing wage before salary talks
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Community Coordinator roles in your target city before you receive an offer. Knowing the DOL wage level lets you catch underpaying employers before the LCA filing stage.
Target nonprofits and universities for cap-exempt status
Nonprofits affiliated with universities and government research organizations are exempt from the H-1B annual cap and selection process. Community Coordinator roles are common at these employers, so prioritizing them removes lottery uncertainty from your job search entirely.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Many community organizations have never sponsored a visa and won't start for a coordinator role. Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified LCA filing history for community and social services positions, so you're targeting companies already comfortable with the process.
Prepare your portfolio for the LCA wage audit
If your employer's LCA is audited, DOL will request documentation tying your actual duties to the certified wage level. Keep a living record of your program outcomes, community metrics, and stakeholder reports throughout employment, not just at hiring time.
Clarify PERM timing before accepting an offer
If your employer offers a green card pathway through PERM labor certification, ask how many years out they plan to file. Community Coordinator roles face genuine recruitment ads, so PERM timelines vary, and knowing this upfront affects your long-term authorization planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Community Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific, directly related field. A Community Coordinator job tied to a degree in social work, public health, or public administration typically qualifies. A generalist posting that accepts any bachelor's degree in any field may not, because the degree-to-job link isn't specific enough.
Which visa types are realistic for a Community Coordinator seeking sponsorship?
H-1B is the primary option for most nationalities. Australians can use the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and renews every two years. Canadians and Mexicans may qualify under TN visa if the role maps to an eligible USMCA profession. For roles at universities or nonprofits affiliated with research institutions, H-1B cap-exempt status is worth exploring, since it removes the annual selection process entirely.
How do I find Community Coordinator employers who already sponsor visas?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Community Coordinator roles at employers with verified sponsorship history. Focusing on organizations that have already filed Labor Condition Applications for similar roles dramatically improves your odds, since you're not asking an employer to navigate the process for the first time.
Will my nonprofit or government-sector experience count toward an H-1B specialty occupation case?
Yes, if your experience is in a field directly tied to the degree requirement. USCIS allows three years of specialized experience to substitute for one year of education. If your degree is in a loosely related field, documented nonprofit program management or community outreach work can support the specialty occupation argument, but the job itself still needs to require that specific expertise.
Can a small community organization sponsor an H-1B for this role?
Yes, there's no employer size requirement for H-1B sponsorship. Smaller organizations do face more scrutiny because USCIS may question whether the role is sophisticated enough to require a specialty degree. Having detailed position descriptions, organizational charts, and program documentation ready helps the employer build a credible petition. O*NET lists Community Coordinator duties that can anchor the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 filing.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Community Coordinator 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.