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Assessment Specialist jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring employers typically qualify as specialty occupations because the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or a directly related field. Employers file an LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting H-1B visa status for up to three years, extendable to six.
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Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!
We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives every day while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!
Job Title:
Supports Intensity Scale Assessment Specialist - South Georgia Coverage
Agency:
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000007724
Shift:
Not Applicable (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
BASED ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Job Description:
Job Title: Supports Intensity Scale Assessment Specialist - South Georgia Coverage
Workplace: Remote
Travel: As needed for assessments
Job Summary:
A Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) Assessment Specialist, under general supervision of the SIS Manager, performs SIS assessments for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) as assigned. The SIS Assessment Specialist is responsible for scheduling and completing administration of the SIS, to include scoring the assessment and preparing a summary report. An SIS Assessment Specialist ensures that all assessments are completed according to the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) standards and with current approved AAIDD credentialing. Assessments are facilitated according to prescribed formats with two or more respondents (may include self-advocates) that are familiar with the individual receiving services.
Duties and Responsibilities: Under clinical supervision of the SIS Assessment Manager
- Perform statewide assessments as assigned throughout the State.
- Participates in periodic evaluations, maintaining a status of “qualified” in Inter-Relater Reliability Quality Review (IRQRs) conducted annually by an AAIDD recognized SIS Trainer. Failure to maintain will result in being ineligible to continue employment.
- Travels to conduct assessments in various environments (to include and not limited to homes, hospitals, jails, and virtually). Travel requirement 25%.
- Completes no less than 20 assessments a month.
- May conduct other assessments/evaluations as requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university;
- Have a minimum of two (2) years of previous job-related experience or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level Social Services Program Consultant 1 (SSP040) or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Education, or related field;
- Have a minimum of two (2) years of previous job-related experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities;
- Possess SIS Assessor credentials approved through AAIDD approved training or be eligible to obtain such credentials within two (2) months of employment and training with DBHDD. AAIDD SIS credentials must be successfully obtained within the 2 months of training being completed as a condition of continued employment;
- Lived experiences with intellectual/developmental (I/DD) disabilities valued;
- DBHDD Provider network development/management experience;
- Experience administering assessments;
- Knowledge of DBHDD/IDD structure of support systems;
- Experience in service systems transitioned from facility-based to community-based.
For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/
Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
- Drug Screening
- TB Evaluation
- Annual Influenza*
Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
INTRODUCTION
Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!
We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives every day while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!
Job Title:
Supports Intensity Scale Assessment Specialist - South Georgia Coverage
Agency:
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000007724
Shift:
Not Applicable (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
BASED ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Job Description:
Job Title: Supports Intensity Scale Assessment Specialist - South Georgia Coverage
Workplace: Remote
Travel: As needed for assessments
Job Summary:
A Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) Assessment Specialist, under general supervision of the SIS Manager, performs SIS assessments for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) as assigned. The SIS Assessment Specialist is responsible for scheduling and completing administration of the SIS, to include scoring the assessment and preparing a summary report. An SIS Assessment Specialist ensures that all assessments are completed according to the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) standards and with current approved AAIDD credentialing. Assessments are facilitated according to prescribed formats with two or more respondents (may include self-advocates) that are familiar with the individual receiving services.
Duties and Responsibilities: Under clinical supervision of the SIS Assessment Manager
- Perform statewide assessments as assigned throughout the State.
- Participates in periodic evaluations, maintaining a status of “qualified” in Inter-Relater Reliability Quality Review (IRQRs) conducted annually by an AAIDD recognized SIS Trainer. Failure to maintain will result in being ineligible to continue employment.
- Travels to conduct assessments in various environments (to include and not limited to homes, hospitals, jails, and virtually). Travel requirement 25%.
- Completes no less than 20 assessments a month.
- May conduct other assessments/evaluations as requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university;
- Have a minimum of two (2) years of previous job-related experience or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level Social Services Program Consultant 1 (SSP040) or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Education, or related field;
- Have a minimum of two (2) years of previous job-related experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities;
- Possess SIS Assessor credentials approved through AAIDD approved training or be eligible to obtain such credentials within two (2) months of employment and training with DBHDD. AAIDD SIS credentials must be successfully obtained within the 2 months of training being completed as a condition of continued employment;
- Lived experiences with intellectual/developmental (I/DD) disabilities valued;
- DBHDD Provider network development/management experience;
- Experience administering assessments;
- Knowledge of DBHDD/IDD structure of support systems;
- Experience in service systems transitioned from facility-based to community-based.
For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/
Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
- Drug Screening
- TB Evaluation
- Annual Influenza*
Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
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Align your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to assessment work. A psychology, education measurement, or educational psychology degree is the strongest foundation. If your major is adjacent, document coursework in psychometrics, test development, or data analysis to close the specialty occupation gap.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and SOC code. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the Assessment Specialist SOC code before accepting any offer so you know the floor the employer is legally bound to meet.
Target employers with multi-state assessment programs
Organizations running assessments across multiple sites must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite. Prioritize employers whose programs are concentrated in one or two metro areas early in your job search, since those employers face fewer filing complications and move faster through the H-1B process.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Search Assessment Specialist roles on Migrate Mate to browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Filtering by role and location surfaces organizations that have already sponsored this exact occupation, cutting out the guesswork of cold-applying to employers with no H-1B track record.
Get your credentials evaluated before filing begins
If you earned your degree outside the U.S., USCIS expects a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator confirming it's equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in a related field. Order this early because delays in evaluation are one of the most common reasons I-129 petitions get held up.
Clarify the H-1B cap status before you sign
Some Assessment Specialist roles are with universities, government agencies, or nonprofits attached to higher education, which are cap-exempt employers. Confirm the employer's cap status before the offer stage, since cap-exempt employers can file your I-129 at any time without waiting for the annual selection cycle.
H-1B Visa Assessment Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assessment Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, it typically qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in education, psychology, educational measurement, or a closely related field. The employer must demonstrate this degree requirement in the I-129 petition. Roles that only require general experience without a specific degree field are harder to qualify, so the job description should explicitly tie duties to degree-level knowledge.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Assessment Specialist positions?
Educational publishers, testing organizations, state education agencies, school districts, and research institutions are the most active sponsors for this occupation. Many universities are cap-exempt, which means they can file year-round. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for Assessment Specialist roles, so you can target organizations that have sponsored this occupation before.
How does the LCA process work for Assessment Specialists working across different school districts or sites?
DOL requires a separate certified LCA for each worksite where you'll work for more than 40 hours in a 30-day period. If your role involves traveling to multiple school districts or assessment sites, your employer must file individual LCAs for each location. Confirm this during the offer negotiation stage so there are no compliance gaps when you start.
Can an Assessment Specialist on H-1B change employers mid-status?
Yes, through H-1B portability. If you've been in valid H-1B status and your new employer files an I-129 petition before your current status expires, you can start working for the new employer as soon as USCIS receives the petition. The new employer must still file a fresh LCA certified for your new worksite and wage level before submitting the petition.
What documentation supports a strong H-1B petition for this role?
A detailed job description tying each core duty to degree-level knowledge is critical, alongside your official transcripts and a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. The O*NET profile for the Assessment Specialist SOC code can help your employer document that the occupation normally requires a bachelor's degree, strengthening the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 filing.