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Principal Business Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when tied to a bachelor's degree in business, information systems, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before sponsorship begins. Many Principal BA positions also support EB-2 or EB-3 green card pathways through PERM labor certification.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: College Business Analyst Principal
Requisition Number: RE56398
Working Title: Director of Business Operations
Department Name: 8G000:College of Education
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 48
Salary Range: $64,210-105,914/year
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
BA
Required Related Experience:
7 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None
Physical Requirements:
Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied professional levels.
Shift:
Typically Days: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m, Monday – Friday
Job Summary:
The College of Education is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and solutions-oriented Director of Business Operations to serve as a key leader within the College Business Center.
This position plays a vital role in strengthening financial operations, supporting sound business decisions, mentoring business staff, and advancing consistent, high-quality service across the college.
In this highly visible role, the Director of Business Operations will lead and support analysts and business officers, provide guidance on budget planning and financial reporting, oversee business processes, and help ensure university and college policies are implemented consistently and effectively. This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys mentoring others, improving processes, building trusted partnerships, and using financial insight to help academic units operate efficiently and strategically.
The successful candidate will have progressively responsible experience in business administration, financial management, budgeting, accounting, or a closely related field, preferably within a higher education, public sector, or complex organizational environment. Experience interpreting policies, supporting compliance, preparing financial reports, and advising leaders on budgetary or operational decisions is strongly preferred.
Strong candidates will demonstrate advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. The role requires a service-oriented communicator who can explain complex financial information clearly, build effective working relationships, and provide dependable guidance to faculty, staff, department leaders, and college administration.
The ideal candidate will also bring demonstrated leadership, mentoring, training, and project management abilities. They should be comfortable leading process improvements, supporting staff development, promoting consistent business practices, and fostering a collaborative team environment. Proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools, including SAP, Tableau, Excel, and related business applications, is highly desirable.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Detail Oriented, financial acumen, project management, good communication skills, ability to multi-task, SAP, Tableau, Excel
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience:
Experience in leading a finance team at a University, non-profit, or large organization in process development, enhancement, and efficiency.
Deadline to Apply:
11/13/2026
Our University Community:
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco \& Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: College Business Analyst Principal
Requisition Number: RE56398
Working Title: Director of Business Operations
Department Name: 8G000:College of Education
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 48
Salary Range: $64,210-105,914/year
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
BA
Required Related Experience:
7 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None
Physical Requirements:
Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varied professional levels.
Shift:
Typically Days: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m, Monday – Friday
Job Summary:
The College of Education is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and solutions-oriented Director of Business Operations to serve as a key leader within the College Business Center.
This position plays a vital role in strengthening financial operations, supporting sound business decisions, mentoring business staff, and advancing consistent, high-quality service across the college.
In this highly visible role, the Director of Business Operations will lead and support analysts and business officers, provide guidance on budget planning and financial reporting, oversee business processes, and help ensure university and college policies are implemented consistently and effectively. This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys mentoring others, improving processes, building trusted partnerships, and using financial insight to help academic units operate efficiently and strategically.
The successful candidate will have progressively responsible experience in business administration, financial management, budgeting, accounting, or a closely related field, preferably within a higher education, public sector, or complex organizational environment. Experience interpreting policies, supporting compliance, preparing financial reports, and advising leaders on budgetary or operational decisions is strongly preferred.
Strong candidates will demonstrate advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. The role requires a service-oriented communicator who can explain complex financial information clearly, build effective working relationships, and provide dependable guidance to faculty, staff, department leaders, and college administration.
The ideal candidate will also bring demonstrated leadership, mentoring, training, and project management abilities. They should be comfortable leading process improvements, supporting staff development, promoting consistent business practices, and fostering a collaborative team environment. Proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools, including SAP, Tableau, Excel, and related business applications, is highly desirable.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Detail Oriented, financial acumen, project management, good communication skills, ability to multi-task, SAP, Tableau, Excel
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience:
Experience in leading a finance team at a University, non-profit, or large organization in process development, enhancement, and efficiency.
Deadline to Apply:
11/13/2026
Our University Community:
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco \& Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Principal Business Analyst
Frame your degree field precisely
H-1B eligibility for Principal BA roles hinges on a direct link between your degree and the position. A general business degree may draw an RFE if the job description emphasizes technical systems. Align your resume language with your transcript's field of study before applying.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Principal BA roles sit in a seniority band where employers often initiate green card sponsorship. Use OFLC public disclosure data to identify companies that have filed PERM applications for business analyst job families, not just H-1B LCAs, before you send your first application.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Find Principal Business Analyst roles at employers with confirmed LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. Filtering by verified sponsorship history saves weeks of outreach to companies that won't sponsor, so your applications go to the right places from the start.
Benchmark your prevailing wage tier early
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Run your job title and metro area through OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you can flag any gap between the offer and the Level III or IV wage your seniority demands.
Get your credentials evaluated before the offer stage
If your highest degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization must confirm it's equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's. USCIS will request this during I-129 adjudication, so having it ready prevents delays once an employer wants to move fast.
Clarify sponsorship scope during offer negotiation
Some employers sponsor H-1B but won't initiate PERM. At the Principal level, ask explicitly whether the company's immigration policy covers green card sponsorship and at what tenure point. Getting this in writing protects you if the policy changes after you've started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Principal Business Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Principal BA roles typically require degrees in business administration, information systems, or management information systems. If the job description is broad enough to accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field, the employer may face an RFE and should tighten the requirements language before filing.
Which visa types are realistic for Principal Business Analyst candidates?
H-1B is the most common path for salaried employment. TN visa is an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role maps to a qualifying USMCA profession. Principal BAs with advanced degrees can explore the H-1B advanced degree cap or EB-2 green card sponsorship. F-1 OPT and STEM OPT can bridge the gap while an employer prepares the H-1B petition.
How do I find Principal Business Analyst roles where employers are actively sponsoring?
Migrate Mate lists Principal Business Analyst positions at employers with verified LCA sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies already set up to sponsor. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to employers who may decline to sponsor once you raise the topic during interviews.
Will a three-year bachelor's degree from outside the U.S. satisfy USCIS requirements?
It depends on the credential evaluation. A three-year degree from countries like India or Australia can be accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree if a NACES-member evaluator confirms the equivalency. USCIS adjudicators review the evaluation individually, so the evaluator's reasoning matters as much as the conclusion. Submit the full evaluation report with the I-129 petition, not just the summary letter.
Can a Principal Business Analyst pursue a green card through employment-based sponsorship?
Yes. Most Principal BA roles qualify for EB-2 sponsorship if the position requires an advanced degree, or EB-3 as a skilled worker. Both categories require the employer to complete PERM labor certification with DOL first, which involves advertising the role and demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available. Priority date backlogs vary significantly by country of birth, with India-born applicants facing the longest waits.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Principal Business Analyst 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.