STEM OPT Health Information Technology Jobs
Health Information Technology roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. With up to 36 months of total work authorization, you have time to build hands-on experience in EHR systems, clinical data management, and health informatics while your employer files the I-983 training plan.
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Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within one week of closing date. Applicant use of Artificial Intelligence tools is prohibited during interviews.
Please make sure to attach your transcripts to certify degree (If Applicable) and accounting hours that are required.
Why does the job exist?
The Property Tax Code requires that all property shall be described for property taxation purposes by a description sufficiently adequate and accurate to identify it. Real property shall be described under a uniform system of real property description in accordance with regulations of the department. The Property Tax Division (PTD) shall promulgate regulations establishing a uniform system of real property description to be used by the department and all assessors. The system shall include requirements for a comprehensive mapping or geographic information system, the use of uniform property record documents and uniform coding of real property descriptions. This position will support the PTD and counties in meeting GIS system requirements including providing GIS expertise, support, and guidance.
How does it get done?
This position will be responsible for:
I. Provide Technical assistance and training to county assessors and their staff:
- Act as primary technical support to counties for GIS parcel data workflow, development, and collection.
- Provide planning and technical support to counties for "emerging" and "growth" counties moving from analog to digital mapping workflows. Support counties to migrate from paper/mylar maps to digital maps and modern data models.
- Support counties to create and/or enhance data integrations between property mass appraisal and valuation systems and GIS parcel databases.
II. Report and evaluate for compliance of statute:
- Every county shall have a digitized set of maps for the county. Every such set shall meet the specifications and standards set by the Department for such sets. The Department shall review each set to ensure conformance with requirements of this subsection and directives of the Property Tax Division (PTD) Director.
III. Perform mapping/GIS services for the state and other governmental agencies:
- Primary liaison for GIS data and services to PTD.
- Primary liaison to ISBIT group regarding PTD GIS requirements for network, storage, and software application infrastructure.
- Identify and communicate budgetary requirements.
- Identify future trends in GIS technologies, applications, and data models.
- Identify, develop, and deploy internal and public web mapping applications that support TRD business lines.
- Provide specialized reports as requested.
IV. Provide Technical expertise for GIS required systems by Department: 3.6.7.18 NMAC:
- Identify business reasons that justify investment and support for statewide land record modernization initiatives.
- Define standards for spatial and attribute data published from counties to the Property Tax Division.
- Provide technical expertise to support the standardization of mapping technologies and methods for counties considering/ needing modernization of process and data.
- Support TRD and counties to identify, define, and standardize "best practices" for State/county parcel data management.
Who are the customers?
The taxpayers of the State of New Mexico.
Ideal Candidate
The taxpayers of the State of New Mexico.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Planning, Geology, Cartography, Urban Studies, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Computer Science and two (2) years of experience in geospatial data management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Must be current with all tax reporting/payment. Employment is subject to post offer pre-employment criminal background check to include fingerprint checks and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Larry Brotman, (505) 670-6535 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within one week of closing date. Applicant use of Artificial Intelligence tools is prohibited during interviews.
Please make sure to attach your transcripts to certify degree (If Applicable) and accounting hours that are required.
Why does the job exist?
The Property Tax Code requires that all property shall be described for property taxation purposes by a description sufficiently adequate and accurate to identify it. Real property shall be described under a uniform system of real property description in accordance with regulations of the department. The Property Tax Division (PTD) shall promulgate regulations establishing a uniform system of real property description to be used by the department and all assessors. The system shall include requirements for a comprehensive mapping or geographic information system, the use of uniform property record documents and uniform coding of real property descriptions. This position will support the PTD and counties in meeting GIS system requirements including providing GIS expertise, support, and guidance.
How does it get done?
This position will be responsible for:
I. Provide Technical assistance and training to county assessors and their staff:
- Act as primary technical support to counties for GIS parcel data workflow, development, and collection.
- Provide planning and technical support to counties for "emerging" and "growth" counties moving from analog to digital mapping workflows. Support counties to migrate from paper/mylar maps to digital maps and modern data models.
- Support counties to create and/or enhance data integrations between property mass appraisal and valuation systems and GIS parcel databases.
II. Report and evaluate for compliance of statute:
- Every county shall have a digitized set of maps for the county. Every such set shall meet the specifications and standards set by the Department for such sets. The Department shall review each set to ensure conformance with requirements of this subsection and directives of the Property Tax Division (PTD) Director.
III. Perform mapping/GIS services for the state and other governmental agencies:
- Primary liaison for GIS data and services to PTD.
- Primary liaison to ISBIT group regarding PTD GIS requirements for network, storage, and software application infrastructure.
- Identify and communicate budgetary requirements.
- Identify future trends in GIS technologies, applications, and data models.
- Identify, develop, and deploy internal and public web mapping applications that support TRD business lines.
- Provide specialized reports as requested.
IV. Provide Technical expertise for GIS required systems by Department: 3.6.7.18 NMAC:
- Identify business reasons that justify investment and support for statewide land record modernization initiatives.
- Define standards for spatial and attribute data published from counties to the Property Tax Division.
- Provide technical expertise to support the standardization of mapping technologies and methods for counties considering/ needing modernization of process and data.
- Support TRD and counties to identify, define, and standardize "best practices" for State/county parcel data management.
Who are the customers?
The taxpayers of the State of New Mexico.
Ideal Candidate
The taxpayers of the State of New Mexico.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Planning, Geology, Cartography, Urban Studies, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Computer Science and two (2) years of experience in geospatial data management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Must be current with all tax reporting/payment. Employment is subject to post offer pre-employment criminal background check to include fingerprint checks and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Larry Brotman, (505) 670-6535 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
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Verify your CIP code before applying
Health Informatics and Health Information Technology programs fall under CIP codes 51.0706 and 11.0501, among others. Confirm your specific degree CIP code with your DSO before targeting roles, since not all health-related degrees automatically qualify for the STEM OPT extension.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension is approved. Search the E-Verify employer search tool or ask HR directly during the offer stage, not after signing, to avoid filing delays that could interrupt your work authorization.
Target hospitals with dedicated HIT departments
Health systems with in-house EHR implementation teams, such as academic medical centers and large integrated networks, run ongoing HIT projects that require qualified staff. These employers file I-983 training plans routinely and understand structured training obligations better than smaller clinical practices.
Align your I-983 training goals to O*NET competencies
Use the O*NET occupation profile for Medical Records Specialists and Health Informatics professionals to identify core competencies. Map those directly to your I-983 learning objectives so your training plan reflects recognized industry skills and satisfies USCIS evaluation standards.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for E-Verify employers
Searching manually for HIT employers enrolled in E-Verify is time-consuming. Migrate Mate filters jobs by verified employer enrollment status, so you only see roles where your STEM OPT extension is actually eligible without cross-referencing every posting yourself.
Negotiate your start date around DSO processing time
Your DSO must update your SEVIS record and issue a new I-20 before USCIS can approve the STEM OPT extension. Build at least 90 days of lead time into your offer negotiation so your authorization is active before your initial OPT period expires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Health Information Technology degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on the specific CIP code assigned to your degree program. Programs classified under CIP codes like 51.0706 (Health Information and Medical Records Technology) or 11.0501 (Computer and Information Sciences) typically qualify. Confirm your exact CIP code with your DSO before applying, since two programs with similar names can carry different codes and only one may be eligible.
What does an employer need to do to support my STEM OPT extension in a Health IT role?
The employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign the I-983 Training Plan for STEM OPT Students with you. The I-983 outlines your learning goals, supervisory structure, and how the role relates to your STEM degree. The employer also submits formal evaluations every six months and must notify your DSO within five business days if your employment ends or changes materially.
Can I work as an EHR implementation specialist or clinical data analyst on STEM OPT?
Yes, provided the role directly applies your STEM degree field. Positions involving EHR configuration, clinical data management, health informatics analysis, or interoperability engineering align well with qualifying STEM degree fields. Your I-983 training plan must document the connection between your specific job duties and your degree program to satisfy USCIS requirements.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files for H-1B while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your STEM OPT expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working in your Health IT role during this period without a new EAD. USCIS confirms cap-gap eligibility through your I-20 and the H-1B receipt notice.
Where can I find Health Information Technology jobs that sponsor STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Health IT roles from employers already enrolled in E-Verify, so you can identify positions where your STEM OPT extension is eligible without manually verifying each employer. Filtering by role type and authorization status narrows your search to companies that understand the I-983 process and have filed for STEM OPT students before.