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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:

– Professional

Base Description:

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

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work tasks. Follows the standard principles and practices. Acts under direct and frequent supervision using established procedures with detailed instructions. Participates as a team member and actively contributes to completion of team goals. Clearly communicates information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– None

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Typically none

Problem Solving:

– Encounters routine problems
– Follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems

Independence of Action:

– Work is closely monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are provided
– Applies standard operating procedures with limited guidelines for deviation

Communication and Collaboration:

– Typically communicates internally within working unit
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing

• Comp Grade – 7
• Minimum – $46,400.00
• MidPoint – $56,800.00
• Maximum – $67,300.00

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