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The State of Vermont is looking for an experienced Social Worker and/or Nursing Home Administrator to take their career to the next level and hope that the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) - Division of Licensing and Protection is that place. We are hiring social worker and/or nursing home administrator who will work as healthcare surveyor to ensure that our facilities are following the rules and regulations set forth by the State of Vermont and Federal Government (Centers for Medicare/Medicaid - CMS). As a social worker and/or nursing home administrator you have the potential to bring valuable experience, knowledge and perspective to our teams. You will be working with a team of Registered Nurses with varied backgrounds, who have come from hospitals, home health, long term care, public health, and health care administration.
Although this is a home-based job, it requires a significant amount of travel throughout the state of Vermont, and you must be able to spend nights in a hotel several times a week/month. The work week is typically three days out in the field with the fourth day spent working in your home office. There will be occasional off-hours work expected, in the evenings and weekends, and you must also have your own reliable means of transportation.
By using your knowledge, objectivity, professionalism and commitment, the Health Facility Surveyor is expected to:
- Assess the quality of care and services of health care facilities/providers via onsite observations, interviews and record reviews. Identify any deficient practices and relate those findings to federal and state statutory and regulatory requirements. The facilities/providers we cover include Nursing Homes, Acute Care Hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals, Psychiatric Hospitals, End Stage Renal Dialysis Centers, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Rural Health Clinics, Home Health Agencies and Hospice Agencies.
- Collaborate with other surveyors to evaluate compliance in providing quality care, quality of life, and other regulatory requirements. Each team member participates in evaluating a health care facility/provider's compliance in providing quality care, quality of life and other structural requirements.
- Write deficiency statements according to the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare (CMS) "Principles of Documentation".
- Complete reports and summaries according to guidelines and timelines set forth by CMS and the state.
- Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing computer programs and applications.
Within twelve months of hire, the successful candidate will be required to pass a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Federal Qualification Test (SMQT).
Who May Apply
This position, Healthcare Facility Surveyor (Job Requisition #55825), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Darlene.Wideawake@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed in both field and office settings. Considerable travel to facility locations is required. Evening and weekend work is required. Overnight stays in a hotel are an expected requirement on a monthly basis. Resistance or objection to standards or to survey findings may be anticipated and requires considerable tact and diplomacy to achieve appropriate resolution. Survey deadlines, exit conferences, and interviewing may occasion considerable stress.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of, or eligibility for, licensure as a social worker (LICSW or LMSW) or nursing home administrator (LNHA) in Vermont OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license AND four (4) years or more of professional social worker or nursing home administrator experience.
NOTE: Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) certification is required within one year of hire.
NOTE: Must maintain Vermont licensure or multi-state license as a social worker or nursing home administrator as a condition of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
Special Requirements
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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The State of Vermont is looking for an experienced Social Worker and/or Nursing Home Administrator to take their career to the next level and hope that the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) - Division of Licensing and Protection is that place. We are hiring social worker and/or nursing home administrator who will work as healthcare surveyor to ensure that our facilities are following the rules and regulations set forth by the State of Vermont and Federal Government (Centers for Medicare/Medicaid - CMS). As a social worker and/or nursing home administrator you have the potential to bring valuable experience, knowledge and perspective to our teams. You will be working with a team of Registered Nurses with varied backgrounds, who have come from hospitals, home health, long term care, public health, and health care administration.
Although this is a home-based job, it requires a significant amount of travel throughout the state of Vermont, and you must be able to spend nights in a hotel several times a week/month. The work week is typically three days out in the field with the fourth day spent working in your home office. There will be occasional off-hours work expected, in the evenings and weekends, and you must also have your own reliable means of transportation.
By using your knowledge, objectivity, professionalism and commitment, the Health Facility Surveyor is expected to:
- Assess the quality of care and services of health care facilities/providers via onsite observations, interviews and record reviews. Identify any deficient practices and relate those findings to federal and state statutory and regulatory requirements. The facilities/providers we cover include Nursing Homes, Acute Care Hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals, Psychiatric Hospitals, End Stage Renal Dialysis Centers, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Rural Health Clinics, Home Health Agencies and Hospice Agencies.
- Collaborate with other surveyors to evaluate compliance in providing quality care, quality of life, and other regulatory requirements. Each team member participates in evaluating a health care facility/provider's compliance in providing quality care, quality of life and other structural requirements.
- Write deficiency statements according to the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare (CMS) "Principles of Documentation".
- Complete reports and summaries according to guidelines and timelines set forth by CMS and the state.
- Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing computer programs and applications.
Within twelve months of hire, the successful candidate will be required to pass a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Federal Qualification Test (SMQT).
Who May Apply
This position, Healthcare Facility Surveyor (Job Requisition #55825), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Darlene.Wideawake@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed in both field and office settings. Considerable travel to facility locations is required. Evening and weekend work is required. Overnight stays in a hotel are an expected requirement on a monthly basis. Resistance or objection to standards or to survey findings may be anticipated and requires considerable tact and diplomacy to achieve appropriate resolution. Survey deadlines, exit conferences, and interviewing may occasion considerable stress.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of, or eligibility for, licensure as a social worker (LICSW or LMSW) or nursing home administrator (LNHA) in Vermont OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license AND four (4) years or more of professional social worker or nursing home administrator experience.
NOTE: Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) certification is required within one year of hire.
NOTE: Must maintain Vermont licensure or multi-state license as a social worker or nursing home administrator as a condition of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
Special Requirements
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to surveying work. A geomatics, civil engineering, or surveying degree strengthens your petition. Geography or general science degrees may trigger an RFE without supporting coursework documentation.
Check prevailing wages before negotiating offers
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your Level I through IV classification.
Target firms with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter surveyor roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Engineering and land-development firms that have filed before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-hiring.
Obtain state licensure or EIT certification early
Many employers require a Professional Land Surveyor license or Engineer-in-Training certification before filing your H-1B petition. Pursuing licensure in your target state before job searching removes a common sponsor hesitation for surveying roles.
Request cap-exempt filing through qualifying institutions
H-1B cap-exempt employers include universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and government research organizations. Survey roles at university facilities management or federal mapping agencies can bypass the annual lottery entirely.
Understand the LCA job-site requirement for field work
Surveying involves frequent movement between project sites. Your employer must file a new LCA or post wage notices at each worksite that exceeds 40 continuous days. Clarify this with your employer before your I-129 petition is filed.
H-1B Visa Surveyor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a surveyor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS recognizes surveying as a specialty occupation when the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a directly related field. The O*NET profile for surveyors lists a bachelor's degree as the standard entry-level requirement, which supports the specialty occupation classification.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for surveyors?
Engineering and environmental consulting firms, land development companies, utility companies, and federal or state government contractors are the most active H-1B sponsors for surveyor roles. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for surveying positions on Migrate Mate, which filters results by occupation and sponsorship activity.
Does my surveyor role require a state license for H-1B approval?
USCIS doesn't require state licensure to approve an H-1B petition, but many employers won't sponsor without it. If your state requires a Professional Land Surveyor license for independent practice, employers may condition the offer on your obtaining licensure. Including a path-to-licensure plan in your application materials addresses this concern directly.
How does frequent job-site travel affect my H-1B status as a surveyor?
Surveying fieldwork across multiple project sites creates an LCA compliance obligation for your employer. When you work at a location not listed on the original LCA for more than 40 continuous calendar days, your employer must either file an amended LCA or post wage notices at that site. Confirm your employer's process for managing this before your petition is filed.
Can I change surveying employers while on an H-1B visa?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Once your I-129 petition has been pending for at least 180 days, you can start working for a new sponsoring employer in a same or similar surveying occupation before your transfer petition is approved. The new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS before or when you begin the new role.