Immigration Coordinator jobs in the United States

Assists with legal immigration applications and processes and serves as liaison between the University and government agencies. Ensures accurate document processing and the University's compliance.

UCIS-Office of the Director

The University Of Pittsburgh Office Of International Services (OIS) Is Seeking An Immigration Coordinator To Work With The Student Team. This Position Assists All Members Of The Student Team In Order To Facilitate The Casework And Issuance Of New Student Immigration Documents. Specifically, The Person In This Position Will Be Expected To

• Review financial documents, e-forms, and check-in documents for new students.
• Manage basic immigration processes, such as travel signatures, SSN letters, EAD review, etc.
• Assign caseloads in Sunapsis, complete pre-arrival checklist and other month e-form reports.
• Assist with new international student orientation.
• Serve as a DSO/ARO and perform low-level DSO/ARO tasks, as needed
  
  

Essential Functions

• Assists students and employees in facilitating and maintaining lawful immigration status and employment authorization.
• Monitors compliance with immigration/visa rules and regulations and ensures accuracy of documentation processes.
• Serves as resource for all University members and affiliates regarding visa matters. Assists in responding to immigration/visa related questions and resolving issues.
• Maintains relationships with government agencies, sponsoring organizations, and foreign embassies to facilitate visa documentation and employment authorization for foreign students, scholars, faculty, staff, and employees.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed.
• Compiles information and prepares various reports and analyses establishing progress, describing adverse trends, and stating recommendations and/or conclusions.
• Assists in preparing required reports on foreign students and employees for various government agencies.
  
  

Physical Effort

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Immigration Coordinator I

Job Family

Legal

Job Sub-Family

International Legal Support

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement

Remote: Teams working from different locations (off-campus).

Hiring Range

$17.74 to $23.00 per hour

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

Not Applicable

Required Documents

Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Not Applicable