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Sales Operations Leads who need visa sponsorship typically qualify under the H-1B visa as a specialty occupation, requiring a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a related field. Employers in SaaS, tech, and enterprise sales sponsor this role regularly. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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The OPS Research Laboratory Technician II provides entry level operation and maintenance of teaching laboratory facilities and equipment within the Department of Marine and Earth Sciences Hydrogeology Laboratory. Performs all procedures necessary to maintain a safe, uninterrupted work environment in accordance to departmental and national safety guidelines.
Job Description
Typical duties include, but are not limited to:
- Prepares and maintains laboratories facilities for teaching instruction.
- Prepares solvents, solutions, reagents, and apparatuses according to faculty guidelines.
- Maintains clean laboratories facilities. Responsible for set up and breakdown of equipment.
- Participates in environmental health and safety audits, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with safety regulations of science laboratories.
- Provides training on proper usage of laboratory equipment and safe laboratory practices including safe handling and disposal of biohazardous materials, and standard policies and protocols for reporting unusual events.
- Performs routine maintenance and inspections to ensure optimum calibration and condition of equipment.
- Maintains supplies for laboratory courses and replenish stocks of solvents, reagents, and solutions. Ensures chemicals are stored in the correct manner according to safety codes, regulations, and best practices.
- Maintains accurate records on equipment maintenance and acquisition of supplies.
- Performs genetic analyses on natural field collections and laboratory cultures.
- Assists in the development of laboratory standard operating procedures.
- Other job duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS or MS in Environmental Science or equivalent such as geology, marine science, or engineering.
- Experience in the field and laboratory settings conducting surface water and groundwater sampling, as well as water quality analyses.
- Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Experience working with ArcGIS software creating feature class and shapefiles for water quality geospatial interpretations.
- Data analysis experience working with R Programming language, JMP, and other statistical tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework in Hydrology, Hydrogeology.
- Laboratory experience in an academic setting.
- Basic working knowledge of dashboard data analytics.
All employees are expected to:
- Promote a common purpose consistent with University mission, vision, and values and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
- Respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive and receptive manner.
- Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the University’s standards of ethical conduct.
- Present a professional image in word, action and attire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or equipment.
- Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols and procedures.
- Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
- Knowledge of applicable safety standards, guidelines, and protocols.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines.
- Ability to prepare stock chemicals according to given standards.
- Ability to understand and follow directions.
- Ability to maintain records and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to collaborate with classroom instructors to ensure delivery of a quality laboratory experience to students in a laboratory/classroom setting.
- Ability to prepare and set-up appropriate laboratory materials and equipment for various laboratory activities.
- Ability to utilize, calibrate, configure and/or troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Able to work an irregular schedule as needed, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate field sampling.
Location: Main Campus
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Time left to apply: End Date: November 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: R0007912
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Summary
The OPS Research Laboratory Technician II provides entry level operation and maintenance of teaching laboratory facilities and equipment within the Department of Marine and Earth Sciences Hydrogeology Laboratory. Performs all procedures necessary to maintain a safe, uninterrupted work environment in accordance to departmental and national safety guidelines.
Job Description
Typical duties include, but are not limited to:
- Prepares and maintains laboratories facilities for teaching instruction.
- Prepares solvents, solutions, reagents, and apparatuses according to faculty guidelines.
- Maintains clean laboratories facilities. Responsible for set up and breakdown of equipment.
- Participates in environmental health and safety audits, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with safety regulations of science laboratories.
- Provides training on proper usage of laboratory equipment and safe laboratory practices including safe handling and disposal of biohazardous materials, and standard policies and protocols for reporting unusual events.
- Performs routine maintenance and inspections to ensure optimum calibration and condition of equipment.
- Maintains supplies for laboratory courses and replenish stocks of solvents, reagents, and solutions. Ensures chemicals are stored in the correct manner according to safety codes, regulations, and best practices.
- Maintains accurate records on equipment maintenance and acquisition of supplies.
- Performs genetic analyses on natural field collections and laboratory cultures.
- Assists in the development of laboratory standard operating procedures.
- Other job duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS or MS in Environmental Science or equivalent such as geology, marine science, or engineering.
- Experience in the field and laboratory settings conducting surface water and groundwater sampling, as well as water quality analyses.
- Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Experience working with ArcGIS software creating feature class and shapefiles for water quality geospatial interpretations.
- Data analysis experience working with R Programming language, JMP, and other statistical tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework in Hydrology, Hydrogeology.
- Laboratory experience in an academic setting.
- Basic working knowledge of dashboard data analytics.
All employees are expected to:
- Promote a common purpose consistent with University mission, vision, and values and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
- Respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive and receptive manner.
- Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the University’s standards of ethical conduct.
- Present a professional image in word, action and attire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or equipment.
- Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols and procedures.
- Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
- Knowledge of applicable safety standards, guidelines, and protocols.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines.
- Ability to prepare stock chemicals according to given standards.
- Ability to understand and follow directions.
- Ability to maintain records and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to collaborate with classroom instructors to ensure delivery of a quality laboratory experience to students in a laboratory/classroom setting.
- Ability to prepare and set-up appropriate laboratory materials and equipment for various laboratory activities.
- Ability to utilize, calibrate, configure and/or troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Able to work an irregular schedule as needed, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate field sampling.
Location: Main Campus
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Time left to apply: End Date: November 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: R0007912
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Target SaaS and enterprise tech employers
Companies running large B2B sales teams have the most complex operations needs and the most consistent H-1B sponsorship history. SaaS firms in particular file LCAs for this role at high rates, making them the most reliable category to target.
Frame your degree as directly relevant
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field aligns with the role. Business administration, information systems, or supply chain degrees map cleanly to Sales Operations. A general arts degree may require additional documentation to establish specialty occupation status.
Highlight CRM and revenue stack expertise
Proficiency in Salesforce, revenue intelligence tools, and sales forecasting systems signals the technical depth USCIS looks for in specialty occupation petitions. Document specific tools you've administered or configured, not just used.
Understand the LCA before your offer letter
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor before submitting your H-1B petition. The LCA certifies the prevailing wage and work location. Knowing this timeline helps you set realistic start date expectations with your hiring manager.
Ask about cap-exempt employers early
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and affiliated entities are exempt from the H-1B lottery. If a Sales Operations role exists at one of these institutions, you can file year-round without waiting for the annual cap season in March.
Use your experience to bridge degree gaps
If your degree isn't in a directly related field, three years of relevant work experience can substitute for one year of education. Strong Sales Operations experience in CRM administration, pipeline reporting, or quota management can support your petition meaningfully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sales Operations Lead considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Sales Operations Leads typically need expertise in business analytics, systems administration, or revenue operations, which supports a specialty occupation finding. Roles that involve only general coordination without technical or analytical depth may face more scrutiny, so your job description and duties matter significantly.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me as a Sales Operations Lead?
A bachelor's degree in business administration, management information systems, finance, or a related analytical field is the most defensible path. Degrees in marketing or economics can also work if your coursework included quantitative methods. If your degree is in an unrelated field, relevant experience in CRM administration, data analysis, or revenue operations can partially substitute, though your employer's immigration attorney will need to build that case carefully.
Which types of employers sponsor Sales Operations Leads most often?
SaaS companies, enterprise software firms, and large B2B technology businesses file the most LCAs for Sales Operations roles. These employers typically run complex Salesforce environments, multi-segment sales teams, and structured revenue operations functions that justify the specialty occupation classification. Smaller startups sometimes sponsor as well, but their H-1B visa filing history is less consistent. Browse visa-sponsoring employers for this role on Migrate Mate to identify companies with active sponsorship.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances of getting sponsored as a Sales Operations Lead?
If your employer is a standard cap-subject company, your petition enters the annual lottery in March, with approximately a 25 to 35 percent selection rate in recent years. A master's degree from a U.S. institution enters the advanced degree pool first, which offers a marginal statistical advantage. If you're not selected, your employer can refile the following year. Cap-exempt employers, including universities and certain nonprofits, can file outside the lottery entirely.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Sales Operations role at a different company?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer once they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as you've maintained valid status. The new employer files a fresh I-129 covering the new role and work location. If your job title or duties change significantly, USCIS reviews the new petition independently, so the specialty occupation argument needs to hold for the new position as well.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Sales Operations Lead 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.