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Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109.
Why you’ll love this position:
The Office of Dental Health is seeking an individual who is curious, committed to high-quality work, and enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced environment. This second-level professional position will work as part of a collaborative team to ensure program coordination to help Missouri communities make lasting changes to improve oral health.
This position will work closely with our State Dental Hygienist to develop and implement community and school-based programs and help educate and promote optimal oral health. The Office of Dental Health is a fun, collaborative, and growing office that supports and prioritizes professional development and growth.
The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.
Responsibilities
* What you’ll do:
- Assist in the planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to partners, contractors, and other agencies about program implementation.
- Promote office programs through event exhibiting, conference exhibiting, at meetings, and through various forms of written and oral communication.
- Assist in the design and development of program forms, educational materials, and other media materials including but not limited to data dashboards, social media toolkit, and various fact and informational sheets.
- Manage contracts and complete contract monitoring which includes technical assistance, site visits, and desk audits.
- Develop, build, and enhance partnerships with internal department offices, centers, and bureaus; with other state departments, and external partners and stakeholders.
- Assist with advancement of ODH strategic goals and initiatives through participation in staff meetings, committees, and other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree (Substitutions may be allowed)
* Minimum of 2 years of public health experience
* Ability to work independently and show initiative within a team environment
* Exceptional communication and customer service skills
* Detail oriented and high level of organization.
* Minimum of 1 year of work with grant deliverables and compliance
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
JOB DETAILS
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
CONTACT DETAILS
If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
Gwen Sullentrup at (573) 526-1563 or Gwen.Sullentrup@health.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
JOB SUMMARY
Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109.
Why you’ll love this position:
The Office of Dental Health is seeking an individual who is curious, committed to high-quality work, and enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced environment. This second-level professional position will work as part of a collaborative team to ensure program coordination to help Missouri communities make lasting changes to improve oral health.
This position will work closely with our State Dental Hygienist to develop and implement community and school-based programs and help educate and promote optimal oral health. The Office of Dental Health is a fun, collaborative, and growing office that supports and prioritizes professional development and growth.
The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.
Responsibilities
* What you’ll do:
- Assist in the planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to partners, contractors, and other agencies about program implementation.
- Promote office programs through event exhibiting, conference exhibiting, at meetings, and through various forms of written and oral communication.
- Assist in the design and development of program forms, educational materials, and other media materials including but not limited to data dashboards, social media toolkit, and various fact and informational sheets.
- Manage contracts and complete contract monitoring which includes technical assistance, site visits, and desk audits.
- Develop, build, and enhance partnerships with internal department offices, centers, and bureaus; with other state departments, and external partners and stakeholders.
- Assist with advancement of ODH strategic goals and initiatives through participation in staff meetings, committees, and other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree (Substitutions may be allowed)
* Minimum of 2 years of public health experience
* Ability to work independently and show initiative within a team environment
* Exceptional communication and customer service skills
* Detail oriented and high level of organization.
* Minimum of 1 year of work with grant deliverables and compliance
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
JOB DETAILS
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
CONTACT DETAILS
If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
Gwen Sullentrup at (573) 526-1563 or Gwen.Sullentrup@health.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Program Specialist
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for Program Specialist positions. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific SOC code to confirm the typical education requirement is a bachelor's in a specific discipline, not any field.
Target federal contractors filing LCAs consistently
Federal contractors running government programs must file LCAs through DOL before sponsoring you. Search OFLC Wage Search by job title and state to find employers with certified LCAs for Program Specialist roles in your target area.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by Program Specialist roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with documented H-1B filing history for this title. That filing history confirms they've navigated the process before and won't treat your sponsorship request as an unfamiliar ask.
Request an H-1B transfer if already sponsored
If you're currently on an H-1B, a new employer can file a portability transfer without waiting for cap selection. Confirm the new role still qualifies as specialty occupation under your existing I-129 petition's occupational category.
Clarify whether the employer is cap-exempt
Universities, government research institutions, and certain nonprofits affiliated with higher education are cap-exempt. A Program Specialist role at a qualifying institution can be filed year-round without entering the annual lottery, removing the biggest timing risk.
Get the prevailing wage tier in writing before negotiating
DOL assigns your role to a wage level (I through IV) based on job duties and experience. Ask your employer which wage level they intend to use on the LCA before you accept an offer so your actual salary meets DOL compliance requirements.
H-1B Visa Program Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the job to normally demand a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific, directly related field. A Program Specialist role that accepts any degree or relies mainly on generalist experience is more likely to receive an RFE. Job descriptions that require a specific discipline such as public health, education policy, or business administration have a stronger specialty occupation argument.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Program Specialist positions?
Federal contractors, state and local government program offices, large nonprofits managing federal grants, and healthcare systems with community program divisions are among the more consistent H-1B sponsors for Program Specialists. These employers file LCAs regularly because their program management work requires degreed professionals in specific fields. You can identify them by searching for LCA filings on OFLC Wage Search or browsing employer-filtered listings on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage apply to Program Specialist jobs?
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for the SOC code and geographic area listed on the LCA. Program Specialist roles can fall under several SOC codes depending on program type, and each carries different wage levels. The employer selects the wage level based on your duties and experience. You can look up the applicable wage using OFLC Wage Search before your offer negotiation to verify the number your employer is required to meet.
Can a nonprofit sponsor my H-1B for a Program Specialist role?
Yes, but the rules differ by organization type. Standard nonprofits go through the same cap lottery as private employers. Nonprofits affiliated with a qualifying institution of higher education or a government research entity may qualify as cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time of year. Ask the employer specifically whether they file as cap-subject or cap-exempt before assuming you'll need to wait for the April lottery.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Program Specialist role changes significantly?
A material change in job duties, location, or salary may require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS. If the new duties shift the role out of specialty occupation territory, the amendment could trigger an RFE. Document the scope of any role change with your employer and confirm whether the amended duties still satisfy the degree-requirement standard before the change takes effect.