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Department of Education
Division of Workforce Innovation
Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
1 Sundial Ave, Suite 201 N
Manchester, NH 03103
Student Transition Specialist
Position #13263
$25.40/hour - $27.55/hour
This position is full-time, 37.5 hours a week
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Education, Division of Workforce Innovation & Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation has a full-time vacancy for a Student Transition Specialist.
Summary:
Provides the required Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students with disabilities within a specified region of New Hampshire. Provides comprehensive services regionally to students in need of such services who are currently eligible or potentially eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation New Hampshire (VRNH) services. Assist students with disabilities to increase their employment potential and optimize personal independence by recommending and providing comprehensive services for the Division of Workforce Innovation, Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 1.5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 5.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling, counseling, behavioral health, psychology, behavioral science, psychometrics, disability studies, human relations, social work, human services, education, special education, marriage and family, vocational assessment/evaluation, occupational therapy, workers compensation, employment services or related field.
License/Certification: Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for use in statewide travel.
Other Requirements: None
Trainee Option: Not Applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities:
DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):
-
Travels throughout the State to provide pre-employment transition services using a variety of instructional techniques, tools and models of delivery including workshops, formal presentations, as well as other transition related events. Communicates with corresponding regional offices regarding eligible students’ participation and provides appropriate and completed documentation to the regional office.
-
Develops and modifies, as needed, program and workshop curriculum that provides Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) information and resources to students with disabilities including job exploration counseling, work-based learning experiences, counseling regarding post-secondary options, workplace readiness training, and instruction in self-advocacy in compliance with state and federal requirements and ensures the implementation and delivery of updated materials is consistent amongst Student Transition Specialists.
-
Develops and maintains local relationships with assigned schools, including Special Education and School Counseling staff, Community Rehabilitation Providers (CRPs), students and parents and guardians to coordinate the effective provision of Pre-ETS. Identifies and analyzes regional transition opportunities to ensure effective and appropriate provision of services, including acting as a liaison to coordinate the implementation of such services.
-
Provides an overview and explanation of the VR process as well as services that can be provided to those who are determined eligible. Receives referrals from interested students and communicates with the appropriate regional office to ensure prompt processing of the referral. Provides individualized Pre-ETS to VRNH participants, when appropriate.
-
Manages assigned caseload of potentially eligible and eligible students to ensure timely services, until transfer to the Regional office Vocational Rehabilitation counselor, consistent with policy and procedures. Records student participation in Pre-ETS to ensure that program goals are met. Documents individual case records to comply with state and federal regulations and policies.
-
Mentors Rehabilitation Counselor I Student Transition Specialists by training and helping to identify appropriate resources and curriculum to address the needs of specific populations.
-
Provides counseling and guidance to students with disabilities and significant others in order to maximize employment potential and personal independence.
-
Develops individual functional profiles of students with disabilities by collecting and/or prescribing medical, psychological, and vocational evaluations and analyzing, interpreting, and synthesizing the diverse information obtained to make eligibility decisions and determine rehabilitation needs.
-
Approves, implements, and amends mutually developed Individualized Plans for Employment following state and federal regulations and policies, which establish long-term vocational goals, intermediate strategies and objectives, specific services, timelines, costs, providers of service, and program accountabilities.
-
Plans, approves, and monitors the expenditure of state and federal funds to secure prescribed essential services and commodities to accomplish the Individualized Plans for Employment.
For further information please contact Tina Arseneau, Supervisor, Betina.M.Arseneau@doe.nh.gov.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Education
Division of Workforce Innovation
Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
1 Sundial Ave, Suite 201 N
Manchester, NH 03103
Student Transition Specialist
Position #13263
$25.40/hour - $27.55/hour
This position is full-time, 37.5 hours a week
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Education, Division of Workforce Innovation & Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation has a full-time vacancy for a Student Transition Specialist.
Summary:
Provides the required Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students with disabilities within a specified region of New Hampshire. Provides comprehensive services regionally to students in need of such services who are currently eligible or potentially eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation New Hampshire (VRNH) services. Assist students with disabilities to increase their employment potential and optimize personal independence by recommending and providing comprehensive services for the Division of Workforce Innovation, Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 1.5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 5.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling, counseling, behavioral health, psychology, behavioral science, psychometrics, disability studies, human relations, social work, human services, education, special education, marriage and family, vocational assessment/evaluation, occupational therapy, workers compensation, employment services or related field.
License/Certification: Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for use in statewide travel.
Other Requirements: None
Trainee Option: Not Applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities:
DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):
-
Travels throughout the State to provide pre-employment transition services using a variety of instructional techniques, tools and models of delivery including workshops, formal presentations, as well as other transition related events. Communicates with corresponding regional offices regarding eligible students’ participation and provides appropriate and completed documentation to the regional office.
-
Develops and modifies, as needed, program and workshop curriculum that provides Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) information and resources to students with disabilities including job exploration counseling, work-based learning experiences, counseling regarding post-secondary options, workplace readiness training, and instruction in self-advocacy in compliance with state and federal requirements and ensures the implementation and delivery of updated materials is consistent amongst Student Transition Specialists.
-
Develops and maintains local relationships with assigned schools, including Special Education and School Counseling staff, Community Rehabilitation Providers (CRPs), students and parents and guardians to coordinate the effective provision of Pre-ETS. Identifies and analyzes regional transition opportunities to ensure effective and appropriate provision of services, including acting as a liaison to coordinate the implementation of such services.
-
Provides an overview and explanation of the VR process as well as services that can be provided to those who are determined eligible. Receives referrals from interested students and communicates with the appropriate regional office to ensure prompt processing of the referral. Provides individualized Pre-ETS to VRNH participants, when appropriate.
-
Manages assigned caseload of potentially eligible and eligible students to ensure timely services, until transfer to the Regional office Vocational Rehabilitation counselor, consistent with policy and procedures. Records student participation in Pre-ETS to ensure that program goals are met. Documents individual case records to comply with state and federal regulations and policies.
-
Mentors Rehabilitation Counselor I Student Transition Specialists by training and helping to identify appropriate resources and curriculum to address the needs of specific populations.
-
Provides counseling and guidance to students with disabilities and significant others in order to maximize employment potential and personal independence.
-
Develops individual functional profiles of students with disabilities by collecting and/or prescribing medical, psychological, and vocational evaluations and analyzing, interpreting, and synthesizing the diverse information obtained to make eligibility decisions and determine rehabilitation needs.
-
Approves, implements, and amends mutually developed Individualized Plans for Employment following state and federal regulations and policies, which establish long-term vocational goals, intermediate strategies and objectives, specific services, timelines, costs, providers of service, and program accountabilities.
-
Plans, approves, and monitors the expenditure of state and federal funds to secure prescribed essential services and commodities to accomplish the Individualized Plans for Employment.
For further information please contact Tina Arseneau, Supervisor, Betina.M.Arseneau@doe.nh.gov.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Transition Manager
Target large enterprises and consulting firms
Large corporations and management consulting firms sponsor Transition Managers far more frequently than small businesses. Companies undergoing mergers, system migrations, or restructuring actively hire for this role and have established visa sponsorship infrastructure in place.
Certifications strengthen your specialty occupation case
Holding a PMP, PROSCI, or Change Management Professional certification helps demonstrate that your role requires specialized knowledge. USCIS scrutinizes Transition Manager petitions for specialty occupation qualification, and certifications support the technical nature of the position.
Align your degree to the specific role
Employers must show your degree field directly relates to the job duties. Business administration, organizational behavior, industrial engineering, or information systems degrees typically satisfy this requirement. A mismatched degree can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Emphasize technical complexity in your resume
Transition Managers who work on ERP implementations, IT system migrations, or regulated industry change projects are easier to sponsor. Highlighting technical depth in your experience signals to employers that the role genuinely requires a degreed specialist, not a generalist manager.
Start your search before your current visa expires
H-1B transfers require the new employer to file before you stop working for your current employer. Beginning your job search at least three to four months before any expiration gives you meaningful buffer time for employer negotiations and USCIS processing.
Browse visa-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Not every company that posts a Transition Manager role is willing to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship, saving you time and reducing the frustration of applying to companies that won't support your immigration status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Transition Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, in most cases. The H-1B visa requires the position to be a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Transition Manager roles at large organizations typically satisfy this standard, particularly when tied to complex technology or organizational change programs. However, if the employer describes the role too broadly, USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence challenging the specialty occupation designation.
What degree does a Transition Manager need for visa sponsorship?
Employers sponsoring a Transition Manager on an H-1B must show a direct connection between the required degree and the job duties. Business administration, organizational development, industrial engineering, and information systems are the most commonly accepted fields. If your degree is in an unrelated area, three years of specialized work experience can substitute for each missing year of education under USCIS rules, though this path requires careful documentation.
How competitive is sponsorship for Transition Manager positions?
Sponsorship availability varies significantly by industry. Consulting firms, financial institutions, healthcare systems, and technology companies undergoing large-scale implementations are the most active sponsors. Smaller companies or those where the role resembles general management rather than a specialized function are far less likely to sponsor. Searching specifically for companies with a track record of H-1B filings gives you a meaningful advantage over applying broadly.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer as a Transition Manager?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as your current H-1B is valid and you've maintained lawful status. The new employer files a fresh I-129 petition. Migrate Mate lists Transition Manager roles from employers willing to sponsor transfers, which narrows your search to companies already set up to support the process.
Are Transition Manager roles subject to the H-1B lottery?
Yes, if the employer is a for-profit company and you don't already hold H-1B status. Each April, USCIS runs a random lottery for the 85,000 annual H-1B cap. Nonprofit organizations, government research entities, and universities are cap-exempt, meaning their sponsored employees bypass the lottery entirely. If you're currently on OPT or another status and need an initial H-1B approval, lottery selection is required before the employer can proceed with your petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Transition 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.