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The Center of Innovation (COI) is looking for a Program Operations Director. The COI provides training and program implementation support to address the pressing need to strengthen and expand the behavioral health and other child and family-serving systems in New Mexico.
POSITION DETAILS
Position Title: Program Operations Director
College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service
Department: 310021-EXTENSN HOME EC PGM UNIT
Location: Remote
Offsite Location (if applicable): Location Determined Upon Selection
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications.
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Operations Director will direct and coordinate the planning, development, implementation, and management of the NM High-Fidelity Wraparound program, a comprehensive, grant-funded program housed in the Center of Innovation for Behavioral Health and Wellbeing in the Cooperative Extension Service. The position provides supervision and oversight of program personnel and strategic leadership in aligning the program's mission with State of New Mexico expectations. The Program Operations Director serves as the principal point of collaboration and expertise in ensuring high-quality service delivery, sustainable funding, and impactful community partnerships. Responsibilities include overseeing the training implementation and evaluation team, ensuring that coaching and technical assistance is in alignment with High-Fidelity Practice of Wraparound, and serving as primary liaison between program personnel, University leadership, State of New Mexico funding partners and community stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 10 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 8 years of relevant experience. Master's degree or higher preferred.
Equivalent Qualifications:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Must be Certified Wraparound Facilitator and Endorsed Wraparound Coach in the State of New Mexico.
Special Certification/Licensure:
Must have comprehensive knowledge of the NM High-Fidelity Wraparound training curriculum and coaching model. Expertise in training delivery and development standards utilizing diverse adult learning techniques. Knowledge of virtual and in-person training best practices. Knowledge of State of New Mexico and University policy and procedures, knowledge of New Mexico State Agencies that work with/for children and families, organizational computer skills. Demonstrated personnel management and supervision experience and leadership skills. Strong program administration knowledge and skills. Strong communication abilities with diverse populations also required.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.
Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Department Contact: Brooke Stanley Tou, bastou@nmsu.edu, 575-646-6322
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Closing at: May 15 2026 - 23:55 MDT
INTRODUCTION
The Center of Innovation (COI) is looking for a Program Operations Director. The COI provides training and program implementation support to address the pressing need to strengthen and expand the behavioral health and other child and family-serving systems in New Mexico.
POSITION DETAILS
Position Title: Program Operations Director
College/Division: Cooperative Extension Service
Department: 310021-EXTENSN HOME EC PGM UNIT
Location: Remote
Offsite Location (if applicable): Location Determined Upon Selection
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications.
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Operations Director will direct and coordinate the planning, development, implementation, and management of the NM High-Fidelity Wraparound program, a comprehensive, grant-funded program housed in the Center of Innovation for Behavioral Health and Wellbeing in the Cooperative Extension Service. The position provides supervision and oversight of program personnel and strategic leadership in aligning the program's mission with State of New Mexico expectations. The Program Operations Director serves as the principal point of collaboration and expertise in ensuring high-quality service delivery, sustainable funding, and impactful community partnerships. Responsibilities include overseeing the training implementation and evaluation team, ensuring that coaching and technical assistance is in alignment with High-Fidelity Practice of Wraparound, and serving as primary liaison between program personnel, University leadership, State of New Mexico funding partners and community stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 10 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 8 years of relevant experience. Master's degree or higher preferred.
Equivalent Qualifications:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Must be Certified Wraparound Facilitator and Endorsed Wraparound Coach in the State of New Mexico.
Special Certification/Licensure:
Must have comprehensive knowledge of the NM High-Fidelity Wraparound training curriculum and coaching model. Expertise in training delivery and development standards utilizing diverse adult learning techniques. Knowledge of virtual and in-person training best practices. Knowledge of State of New Mexico and University policy and procedures, knowledge of New Mexico State Agencies that work with/for children and families, organizational computer skills. Demonstrated personnel management and supervision experience and leadership skills. Strong program administration knowledge and skills. Strong communication abilities with diverse populations also required.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.
Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Department Contact: Brooke Stanley Tou, bastou@nmsu.edu, 575-646-6322
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Closing at: May 15 2026 - 23:55 MDT
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Chief Operating Officer
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
COO roles must meet the E-3 specialty occupation standard, so document how your Australian bachelor's degree directly relates to operations leadership. A three-year Australian degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 purposes.
Target employers with existing E-3 infrastructure
Companies that have sponsored E-3 visas before already understand the LCA filing process and won't need convincing. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify organisations that have filed Labor Condition Applications for senior operations roles.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for end-to-end filing
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, so getting the filing right the first time avoids delays.
Address dual intent directly with hiring managers
COO candidates often attract questions about long-term intent during interviews. The E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa, so you'll need to demonstrate ties to Australia while pursuing the role, even if you intend to renew indefinitely.
Prepare your LCA prevailing wage documentation early
Your employer's LCA must certify they'll pay you at or above the DOL prevailing wage for the COO role in that metro area. Request a prevailing wage determination from DOL before negotiating your offer so the salary you agree on meets the threshold.
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Find Chief Operating Officer JobsChief Operating Officer E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Chief Operating Officer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for Australian professionals searching for COO roles with E-3 sponsorship. It filters positions by employers who have demonstrated sponsorship history for senior operations roles, so you're not cold-applying to companies that haven't navigated E-3 filings before.
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 Chief Operating Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, management, or a related discipline. Generic executive roles where any degree suffices can face scrutiny. Your employer's job description should explicitly state the degree requirement, and your own credentials should align with that field.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for a COO role?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no cap, so an approved COO offer can move directly to a consulate appointment without waiting for a selection round. The H-1B requires registration in the annual lottery with no guarantee of selection. For Australian nationals, the E-3 is a far more predictable path to starting a senior U.S. operations role on a defined timeline.
Can I change employers or get promoted to CEO while on an E-3?
Changing employers requires a new LCA and a new E-3 visa tied to the incoming employer's petition before you start work. A promotion within the same company to a materially different role, such as CEO, typically requires a new LCA to reflect the changed job duties and prevailing wage. Your employer should initiate the new filing before the role change takes effect.
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