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Population Health Director
Humana INC · 🇺🇸 Work at Home - Illinois
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 260 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 130 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Humana INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Associate Director, Technology Solutions” (Computer and Information Systems Managers) in KY: $154k–$179k, median $162k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Humana INC
The US Department of Labor certified 260 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 130 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Become a part of our caring community The Population Health Strategy Director is responsible for improving the quality of care and outcomes while managing costs for our Illinois members. The Population Health Strategy Director identifies health needs including chronic diseases, disabilities, and health disparities within the health plan membership and develops functional strategies (often segment specific) to address these. Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks and works under minimal supervision; Uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action. Identify health needs such as chronic diseases or disabilities, or the health needs of the underserved and influence department’s strategy. Develop strategic design, operational implementation plan, and ongoing evaluation of population health initiatives based on a deep understanding of scientific population health principles. Serve as the consultative subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders on population health activities and established goals. Provide insights required to improve coordination of care, access to care, member utilization of healthcare systems, and improve overall health outcomes. Collaborate with cross functional teams such as clinical, operational, and financial to support Market-wide initiatives. Use your skills to make an impact REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Must reside in Illinois or within 40 miles of the border; Occasional travel to office for staff meetings, training, etc. • Bachelor’s degree in nursing, social work, health services research, health policy, information technology or related field. • Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in population health, service coordination, ambulatory care, community public health, case or care management, or coordinating care across multiple settings and with multiple providers. • Experience working in Medicaid. • Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Advanced Excel, and PowerPoint. • Ability to analyze data and make data-driven recommendations for quality improvement. • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to develop effective relationships with a broad array of people internally and externally, including community partners. • Experience with program planning, implementation, and program evaluation • Ability to take personal initiative and work independently, as well as part of a team. • Ability to meet deadlines in a complex and fast-paced environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Previous Managed Care experience. Additional Information • Workstyle: This is a hybrid position with travel. • Typical Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm Central Standard Time (CST) • Travel: Up to 25% travel across Illinois to meet community partners, and various care teams. Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Pay Rang