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Public health roles in epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, and program management regularly qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when tied to a relevant graduate degree. Government agencies, academic medical centers, nonprofits, and consulting firms all sponsor H-1B petitions for these positions, making it a viable path for internationally trained professionals.
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Department - Health
Job Description
OPEN TO CURRENT PIMA COUNTY EMPLOYEES ONLY
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 6018 - Public Health Program Specialist II
Salary Grade: 7
Pay Range:
Hiring Range: $22.18 - $26.05 Per Hour
Pay Range: $22.18 - $29.92 Per Hour
Range Explanation:
- Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
- Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION ENDING SEPTEMBER 2030.
The Pima County Health Department is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to serve as Home Visitors (HV). In these roles, the HVs provide in-home education on various prenatal and early childhood development topics, which pertain to the Health Start program’s goals and objectives. In addition to being an educator, the HV is also a liaison to other resources and services within the community. These positions work under the direction of the Program Manager for the Health Start program.
Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of families in our community through client-centered in the Public Health Department.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Assists in coordinating program activities, timelines, and resources to ensure smooth program execution;
- Collaborates closely with program coordinators or managers to develop and maintain project plans, objectives, and milestones;
- Monitors program progress, identify potential issues, and recommend solutions;
- Leads community outreach efforts and engagement activities to gather input and assess community needs;
- Develops and implements data collection tools, surveys, and assessment instruments;
- Oversees data collection efforts and ensures data accuracy, quality, and completeness;
- Provides advanced administrative support to program managers and coordinators, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and preparing materials;
- Stays informed about public health best practices and trends through ongoing learning and training opportunities;
- Seeks opportunities for professional growth within the public health field;
- Shares knowledge and mentor less experienced team members.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in healthcare administration, public health, public or business administration or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND one year of experience providing administrative support in a public health or other health related setting.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR
Two years of experience with Pima County as a Public Health Program Specialist I or other similar level job classification working in a public health program or other closely-related role as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual (English and Spanish).
- Minimum six (6) months experience working in Public Health.
- Minimum one (1) year experience working in Maternal-Child Health.
- Minimum six (6) months experience in home visitation.
Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information:
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently remains at stationary position. Frequently moves about inside an office setting. Occasionally travels to other facility locations and events. Action Activity - bending, reaching, squatting and stooping; Motion Activity - grasping; Hearing Activity - in noisy areas, on a radio, behind themselves, equipment alarms; Speaking Activity - In person, on the phone, and on a cell; Vision - may be required to operate motor vehicle, ability to distinguish colors, have depth perception and have peripheral vision.
Working Conditions: The Public Health Program Specialist II operates within a professional office setting, conducting desk-based tasks and attending meetings. This role can also operate within a clinic or mobile setting.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
H-1B approval for public health roles depends on proving your specific degree directly relates to the job duties. A general bachelor's won't always suffice. Cross-reference your credential against the O*NET profile for your target occupation before applying.
Target government contractors and academic medical centers
Federal contractors and academic medical centers file H-1B petitions more consistently than local health departments, which often lack in-house immigration counsel. Prioritize employers with existing USCIS filing history in public health or epidemiology roles.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate to surface public health employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This cuts time spent approaching organizations that won't sponsor, letting you focus on genuinely viable opportunities.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the applicable wage level before entering salary discussions so there are no surprises during filing.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive positions
Public health roles tied to grant-funded projects or outbreak response have hard start dates. Ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which gives USCIS a 15-business-day adjudication window instead of the standard multi-month timeline.
Clarify cap-exempt status if joining a university or nonprofit
Universities, affiliated research institutions, and qualifying nonprofits are cap-exempt employers. If you're joining one, your H-1B petition can be filed at any time of year, bypassing the April lottery entirely. Confirm cap-exempt status with your employer's HR team before your start date.
H-1B Visa Public Health: Frequently Asked Questions
Do public health jobs qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Most do, but the qualifier is the degree requirement attached to the specific role. Epidemiologist, biostatistician, health policy analyst, and public health program manager positions typically qualify because they require at minimum a relevant bachelor's degree, and more commonly a master's in public health, epidemiology, or a related field. Generalist community health worker roles without a degree requirement usually don't qualify.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for public health roles?
Federal contractors, academic medical centers, schools of public health, state health department research arms, and global health consulting firms are the most active sponsors. Local health departments and smaller nonprofits sponsor less frequently due to limited immigration infrastructure. Use Migrate Mate to browse public health roles filtered specifically by employers with verified H-1B filing history.
Can I work for a public health agency on an H-1B?
Yes, federal and state government agencies can sponsor H-1B petitions, though the process differs slightly from private employers. Some agencies use third-party staffing arrangements. Tribal organizations and certain public health authorities affiliated with universities may qualify as cap-exempt, which means petitions can be filed year-round without waiting for the annual lottery.
How does the H-1B lottery affect public health job seekers?
The annual H-1B cap applies to most private-sector employers. USCIS accepts registrations in March and selects petitions by lottery for the 85,000 available slots, with a 20,000 subset reserved for U.S. master's degree holders. Public health professionals with a U.S. master's or doctoral degree get entered in both pools, improving selection odds. Cap-exempt employers like universities avoid the lottery entirely.
What happens to my H-1B status if my public health grant funding ends?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, not your funding source. If your position ends because a grant expires, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you can look for a new sponsoring employer. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during this window. Acting quickly matters because the grace period doesn't extend, and working after it lapses violates your status.