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International Immigration

The International Immigration Specialist provides immigration advising and case management services regarding U.S. employment-based immigration matters; ensures institutional compliance with federal and state immigration regulations, while delivering guidance on nonimmigrant and immigrant visa options; manages employment-based petitions; advises departments on sponsorship processes and timelines; supports regulatory compliance initiatives; serves as a designated institutional representative within federal immigration systems.

• Advise on U.S. immigration regulations related to sponsored employment, including maintenance of status and dependent matters
• Counsel academic departments, Human Resources, and hiring managers on appropriate visa classifications, sponsorship eligibility, timelines, and filing strategies
• Guide employees and departments through nonimmigrant petition processes and, when applicable, employment-based permanent residence
• Determine eligibility and prepare required documentation for employment-based immigration petitions filed with U.S. government agencies
• Review supporting documentation, such as financial documents, appointment letters, and/or academic credentials, to ensure regulatory compliance
• Ensure all university-sponsored immigration processes comply with applicable federal and state laws, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Labor (DOL), and Department of State (DOS) regulations
• Prepare and submit petitions and supporting documentation to relevant government entities
• Maintain accurate records in institutional and federal systems, such as SEVIS and case management platforms
• Monitor evolving immigration regulations and implement necessary procedural updates
• Maintain documentation for audit and public access file purposes
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employment-based immigration questions for assigned colleges or departments
• Liaise with Human Resources, Payroll, and academic units to ensure proper onboarding and employment authorization compliance
• Develop and deliver training programs and informational sessions for departments, faculty, and scholars
• Create and update written communications, including newsletters, orientation materials, website content, and procedural guides
• Maintain internal case tracking systems and electronic immigration management platforms
• Generate reports and respond to internal and external inquiries regarding immigration matters
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 9
• Minimum – $56,200.00
• MidPoint – $68,800.00
• Maximum – $81,500.00

• Case management
• Cultural competency
• Customer advocacy
• Customer Service
• Data Analysis
• Document management
• Needs Assessment
• Policy implementation
• Process development
• Regulatory compliance
• Trend analysis