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Center Director roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as education, business, or public administration. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian professionals pursuing director-level leadership in the United States.
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In collaboration with the SVP of the Center, plan, implement, direct and evaluate Center activities for Children's National Medical Center in accordance with accepted national standards and administrative policies. Provide administrative and business leadership for the Center. The Director will have primary responsibility for Center planning, budgeting and operations. Integrate and coordinate the operations of the Center with other centers and other elements of the CNMC enterprise.
The Executive Center Director for Community Health will have oversight of the Goldberg Center for Community Pediatric Health and Children's National Pediatricians & Associates.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in related field (Required)
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Hospital Administration, Public Administration or other related field. (Preferred)
Minimum Work Experience
10 years of progressive related experience. Minimum of 7 years supervisory/management experience in related job function. (Required)
FUNCTIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Organizational Performance
- Plan, implement, direct and evaluate Center departments/divisions on a strategic and operational level to ensure the organization’s move to Top Tier and Employer of Choice.
- Energize stakeholders and sustain their commitment to change in approach, process and strategy.
- Monitor department/division process and seek opportunities to improve operations.
- Develop a communication strategy and tools to ensure the effective communication of all Center programs to CNMC management and staff.
Human Capital
- Assess and monitor organizational staffing requirements and align Center department/division to effectively and efficiently meet organizational needs.
- Define, set and utilize appropriate performance and quality measures for Center department/division and for individual staff members.
- See oneself as a leader of others, from forming a top team that possesses balanced capabilities to setting the mission, values and norms, as well as to hold the team members accountable individually and as a group for results.
- Establish, build and sustain professional contracts for the purpose of building networks of people with similar goals to support similar interests.
- Demonstrate ethics and professional practices, as well as stimulate social accountability and community stewardship.
Information Technology
- See the potential in and understand the use of administrative and clinical information technology and decision-support tools in process and performance improvement.
- Actively sponsor the utilization and continuous upgrading of information management capabilities.
- Ensure the availability and quality of data to support senior leadership decision-making.
Budget
- Independently develop and monitor Center operating and capital budgets.
- Monitor Center performance reports and evaluate budget variances.
- Develop recommendations to facilitate Center meeting budget requirements.
- Consistently utilize cost effective resources.
- Consistently meet or exceed budget and staffing requirements.
- Incorporate budget considerations in all planning and decision making.
- Participate in negotiation of professional and facility use agreements with outside organizations and manage receivables effectively.
Organizational Accountabilities
Deliver
- Set and clearly communicate team goals and priorities in alignment with departmental goals and budgets.
- Develop the budget and assign resources to meet the team goals.
- Provide the resources and guidance required for employees to perform effectively.
- Develop procedures to ensure high safety and quality, and course-correct as needed.
- Identify customers’ needs and ensure service excellence in meeting those needs.
Engage
- Be the link between the department and the team in defining the strategies to meet team goals.
- Provide prompt and clear feedback to staff and support their performance.
- Ensure team adherence to organizational regulations.
- Manage the working environment to promote productivity and motivation.
- Represent the team in clearing obstacles to high performance.
- Hire staff and develop their capabilities.
- Monitor and promote strong employee engagement.
Grow
- Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do.
- Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations.
- Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission.
LOCATION
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington
Work Locations: Shaw Metro 641 S Street NW Washington 20001
Job: Management
Organization: Goldberg Cntr Cmnty Ped Hlth
Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, occasional evening/weekend
Job Posting: Apr 16, 2026, 10:36:20 AM
Full-Time Salary Range: 166441.6 - 277409.6
Description
In collaboration with the SVP of the Center, plan, implement, direct and evaluate Center activities for Children's National Medical Center in accordance with accepted national standards and administrative policies. Provide administrative and business leadership for the Center. The Director will have primary responsibility for Center planning, budgeting and operations. Integrate and coordinate the operations of the Center with other centers and other elements of the CNMC enterprise.
The Executive Center Director for Community Health will have oversight of the Goldberg Center for Community Pediatric Health and Children's National Pediatricians & Associates.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in related field (Required)
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Hospital Administration, Public Administration or other related field. (Preferred)
Minimum Work Experience
10 years of progressive related experience. Minimum of 7 years supervisory/management experience in related job function. (Required)
FUNCTIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Organizational Performance
- Plan, implement, direct and evaluate Center departments/divisions on a strategic and operational level to ensure the organization’s move to Top Tier and Employer of Choice.
- Energize stakeholders and sustain their commitment to change in approach, process and strategy.
- Monitor department/division process and seek opportunities to improve operations.
- Develop a communication strategy and tools to ensure the effective communication of all Center programs to CNMC management and staff.
Human Capital
- Assess and monitor organizational staffing requirements and align Center department/division to effectively and efficiently meet organizational needs.
- Define, set and utilize appropriate performance and quality measures for Center department/division and for individual staff members.
- See oneself as a leader of others, from forming a top team that possesses balanced capabilities to setting the mission, values and norms, as well as to hold the team members accountable individually and as a group for results.
- Establish, build and sustain professional contracts for the purpose of building networks of people with similar goals to support similar interests.
- Demonstrate ethics and professional practices, as well as stimulate social accountability and community stewardship.
Information Technology
- See the potential in and understand the use of administrative and clinical information technology and decision-support tools in process and performance improvement.
- Actively sponsor the utilization and continuous upgrading of information management capabilities.
- Ensure the availability and quality of data to support senior leadership decision-making.
Budget
- Independently develop and monitor Center operating and capital budgets.
- Monitor Center performance reports and evaluate budget variances.
- Develop recommendations to facilitate Center meeting budget requirements.
- Consistently utilize cost effective resources.
- Consistently meet or exceed budget and staffing requirements.
- Incorporate budget considerations in all planning and decision making.
- Participate in negotiation of professional and facility use agreements with outside organizations and manage receivables effectively.
Organizational Accountabilities
Deliver
- Set and clearly communicate team goals and priorities in alignment with departmental goals and budgets.
- Develop the budget and assign resources to meet the team goals.
- Provide the resources and guidance required for employees to perform effectively.
- Develop procedures to ensure high safety and quality, and course-correct as needed.
- Identify customers’ needs and ensure service excellence in meeting those needs.
Engage
- Be the link between the department and the team in defining the strategies to meet team goals.
- Provide prompt and clear feedback to staff and support their performance.
- Ensure team adherence to organizational regulations.
- Manage the working environment to promote productivity and motivation.
- Represent the team in clearing obstacles to high performance.
- Hire staff and develop their capabilities.
- Monitor and promote strong employee engagement.
Grow
- Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do.
- Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations.
- Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission.
LOCATION
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington
Work Locations: Shaw Metro 641 S Street NW Washington 20001
Job: Management
Organization: Goldberg Cntr Cmnty Ped Hlth
Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, occasional evening/weekend
Job Posting: Apr 16, 2026, 10:36:20 AM
Full-Time Salary Range: 166441.6 - 277409.6
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Center Director
Frame your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 purposes. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying so employers aren't left guessing.
Target employers with existing LCA filing history
Organizations that have filed Labor Condition Applications before understand the DOL certification process. Search OFLC disclosure data to identify nonprofits, healthcare networks, and education groups that regularly sponsor director-level roles.
Clarify the specialty occupation question early
Not every Center Director role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Confirm the job description explicitly requires a degree in a specific field, not just any bachelor's degree, before asking an employer to begin sponsorship.
Negotiate who handles the LCA filing
Some employers assume you'll manage the filing yourself. Align on this before accepting an offer. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so neither side is caught unprepared at the consulate stage.
Build your employment verification readiness
USCIS and E-Verify compliance is a real concern for employers hiring foreign nationals in director roles. Come prepared with your Tax File Number equivalent (SSN or ITIN), work history documentation, and references that can confirm your leadership scope.
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Find Center Director JobsCenter Director E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Center Director jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Center Director roles with E-3 sponsorship. It surfaces positions from employers who have demonstrated willingness to sponsor Australian nationals, filtering out roles where sponsorship isn't available. You can search by industry, location, and role type to find positions that match your background.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Center Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
A Center Director role qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as education, social work, public administration, or business. If the job description accepts any degree regardless of field, USCIS may not consider it a specialty occupation. The specificity of the degree requirement in the job posting is the determining factor.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian Center Director candidates?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australians than the H-1B. There's no lottery, so your application isn't subject to random selection, and the annual cap of 10,500 has never been reached. You can apply at a U.S. consulate in Australia rather than waiting for USCIS adjudication, which typically means a faster path from offer to start date.
Can I switch Center Director employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but your E-3 status is tied to your current employer and approved LCA. If you accept a new Center Director role, your new employer must file a new LCA with the DOL and you'll need to obtain a new E-3 visa stamp before starting. You can't begin work for the new employer until that process is complete.
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