Asylum Officer

Department Of Homeland Security • Atlanta, GA

344d • $52,832 - $121,837

About The Position

This position is located in Refugee, Asylum & International Operations, Asylum Division, Asylum Vetting Center, Atlanta, GA. As an Asylum Officer, you will adjudicate asylum applications, conduct credible/reasonable fear and other screenings, and adjudicate other benefit applications managed by the asylum program. Veterans and law enforcement professionals are encouraged to apply for an exciting career with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position.
• Successfully pass a Background Investigation including financial disclosure.
• Must pass a drug screening.
• Submit resume and supporting documentation.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Residency requirement: Must have resided in the U.S. for three of the last five years or worked for the U.S. Government overseas.
• May be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in immigration law or asylum processes.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Adjudicating complex and highly sensitive asylum applications and other adjudications managed by the asylum program.
• Conducting credible/reasonable fear screenings.
• Reviewing applications and supporting evidence, conducting interviews, performing security checks, and researching information provided by the Refugee, Asylum and International Operations Directorate, the Department of State, and other sources.
• Interpreting and applying appropriate policy, regulations, statutes, and precedent decisions to make eligibility determinations.
• Producing written determinations supporting adjudications, such as asylum, NACARA, credible fear and reasonable fear decisions.
• Establishing and maintaining liaison with external federal agencies and non-governmental organizations, and/or private sector stakeholders involved in asylum benefits.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k)).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Personal leave days.
• Paid federal holidays.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Telework opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Transportation subsidies.
• Health and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: National Security and International Affairs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees