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For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.
FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy.
Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management.
The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Family Health Centers of San Diego is looking for an Executive Assistant/Project Manager to the CFO to work under the supervision of the CFO and provide administrative support and project facilitation to assist in achieving strategic goals set forth.
- Manages/coordinates the projects, calendars, and associated meetings of the executive leader(s) the employee is assigned to.
- Assists in conducting managerial and organizational reviews and studies, as requested.
- Assists in the development and implementation of systems for managerial effectiveness and process improvement by communicating policy clarification and providing technical assistance.
- Coordinates and attends meetings related to projects and process improvement. Develops systems to track follow-up and outcomes.
- Creates and manages automated project tracking systems, information systems and other systems and processes to improve departmental and organizational effectiveness; works cooperatively with others in process analysis and improvement.
- Ensures directives of Senior Leadership are effectively communicated to managers and support staff, as needed.
- Maintains files of correspondence and related materials to include all administrative-related functions for Senior Leadership.
- Responsible for the organization and tracking of all projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Political Science, or related field required.
- Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.
EXPERIENCE/SPECIALIZED SKILLS:
- 5 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant, Personal Secretary or Executive Assistant in the healthcare field.
- Background in process management a plus.
- Demonstrated track record of managing complex projects.
- Healthcare background is required.
- Ability to understand concepts and bring projects to life.
- Ability to work at a high level across entire agency. Must possess excellent organizational skills.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Excellent communication skills/Spanish language a plus.
- Must have excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation skills.
- Excellent computer skills. Must be highly versatile with and possess proficiency in Microsoft Office and must type a minimum of 65 WPM.
- Multi-tasking and self-starter skills a must.
- Skilled in dictation/transcription and composition a plus.
REWARDS:
- Job type: Regular Full-time Mon-Fri (Onsite)
- Onsite Location: 4080 Centre Street San Diego CA
- Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
- Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved.
We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:
70,304.00 - 99,251.00
Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)
FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
INTRODUCTION
For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.
FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy.
Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management.
The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Family Health Centers of San Diego is looking for an Executive Assistant/Project Manager to the CFO to work under the supervision of the CFO and provide administrative support and project facilitation to assist in achieving strategic goals set forth.
- Manages/coordinates the projects, calendars, and associated meetings of the executive leader(s) the employee is assigned to.
- Assists in conducting managerial and organizational reviews and studies, as requested.
- Assists in the development and implementation of systems for managerial effectiveness and process improvement by communicating policy clarification and providing technical assistance.
- Coordinates and attends meetings related to projects and process improvement. Develops systems to track follow-up and outcomes.
- Creates and manages automated project tracking systems, information systems and other systems and processes to improve departmental and organizational effectiveness; works cooperatively with others in process analysis and improvement.
- Ensures directives of Senior Leadership are effectively communicated to managers and support staff, as needed.
- Maintains files of correspondence and related materials to include all administrative-related functions for Senior Leadership.
- Responsible for the organization and tracking of all projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Political Science, or related field required.
- Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.
EXPERIENCE/SPECIALIZED SKILLS:
- 5 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant, Personal Secretary or Executive Assistant in the healthcare field.
- Background in process management a plus.
- Demonstrated track record of managing complex projects.
- Healthcare background is required.
- Ability to understand concepts and bring projects to life.
- Ability to work at a high level across entire agency. Must possess excellent organizational skills.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Excellent communication skills/Spanish language a plus.
- Must have excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation skills.
- Excellent computer skills. Must be highly versatile with and possess proficiency in Microsoft Office and must type a minimum of 65 WPM.
- Multi-tasking and self-starter skills a must.
- Skilled in dictation/transcription and composition a plus.
REWARDS:
- Job type: Regular Full-time Mon-Fri (Onsite)
- Onsite Location: 4080 Centre Street San Diego CA
- Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
- Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved.
We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:
70,304.00 - 99,251.00
Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)
FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Executive Project Manager
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility hinges on proving the role requires a specific degree, not just any bachelor's. Pull the Executive Project Manager occupation profile from O*NET to document the degree-to-role connection before interviews start.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find companies that have already filed Labor Condition Applications for project management roles. Prior LCA activity signals an established sponsorship process, which shortens negotiation and reduces the risk of a last-minute refusal.
Align your offer letter to LCA wage requirements
Your employer's LCA must certify your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your location and role level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before accepting an offer so you can flag any gap early.
Account for the H-1B lottery in your timeline
H-1B registration opens each spring, and selection rules have changed recently. If you're not yet in H-1B status, structure your offer negotiations so your start date is realistic relative to USCIS adjudication timelines.
Distinguish program management from general management
Consular officers and USCIS adjudicators sometimes challenge whether executive-level project management constitutes a specialty occupation. Your employer should document that the role demands applied technical knowledge, not just supervisory authority, to withstand an RFE.
Verify PERM labor certification for green card paths
If your sponsoring employer plans to file an EB-2 or EB-3 green card petition, PERM labor certification is typically required first. Confirm whether your employer has run this process before, since it adds significant time to permanent residence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Executive Project Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS looks at whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as project management, engineering, or business administration. Roles that accept any degree, or where the duties are primarily supervisory rather than technical, face a higher risk of an RFE or denial. Your employer should tie job duties to degree-specific knowledge in the LCA and petition.
What degree does an employer typically require for a sponsored Executive Project Manager position?
Most sponsoring employers require at least a bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, engineering, or information systems. For senior or executive-level roles, a PMP certification or an MBA can strengthen the specialty occupation argument with USCIS, particularly when the degree field is not an exact match to the role's core technical duties.
Which visa types realistically cover Executive Project Manager roles?
H-1B is the most common path for this role, covering initial status of up to three years, extendable to six. Australian nationals can explore the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and renews every two years. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the role maps to an eligible USMCA profession. For longer-term options, EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship requires PERM labor certification from DOL.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Executive Project Manager roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for project management roles, searchable by city and seniority level. Focusing on employers who have already navigated the sponsorship process for similar titles reduces the time you spend educating HR teams about the filing requirements.
Can an employer sponsor an Executive Project Manager for a green card while they're on H-1B?
Yes. H-1B status allows dual intent, meaning you can pursue permanent residence while maintaining nonimmigrant status without jeopardizing your visa. The employer typically initiates PERM labor certification, then files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Applicants from countries with per-country backlog limits, particularly India and China, may face extended priority date waiting periods before filing for adjustment of status.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Executive Project Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.