HR Immigration Specialist

Innova Solutions•Englewood, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Immigration Specialist serves as the primary internal contact for candidates and employees with immigration-related questions. The specialist guides them through documentation requirements and travel restrictions, and keeps hiring managers, recruiters, and HR business partners informed about case statuses, processing timelines, and risks that may affect start dates or continued employment. The role maintains immigration records, tracks visa expiration dates, and initiates proactive renewal processes. It also supports the HR operations team with complex Form I-9 and E-Verify verifications for foreign national employees, identifies workflow bottlenecks, and recommends ways to improve operational efficiency and the employee experience. Other administrative duties and special projects are assigned by the HR Compliance Manager. This is a full-time, three-month contract position based onsite in Englewood, Colorado. Applicants must be eligible to work on a W-2 basis. The listed pay range is $40–$44 per hour.

Requirements

2–4+ years of professional experience in HR Operations, Global Mobility, or as an Immigration Paralegal.
Foundational understanding of U.S. visa types, including H-1B, L-1, TN, F-1 OPT/STEM, and O-1, and the employment-based Green Card process, including PERM, I-140, and I-485.
High accuracy in data entry, document review, and compliance record-keeping.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal terminology clearly and reassuringly to employees.
Ability to manage high volumes of cases, prioritize competing deadlines, and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday and Oracle and standard office software such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Must be able to be engaged on a W-2 basis.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary internal contact for candidates and employees regarding immigration status, day-to-day inquiries, documentation requirements, and travel restrictions.
Update hiring managers, recruiters, and HR business partners on case statuses, processing timelines, and potential risks to candidate start dates or continued employment.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date immigration data, track visa expiration dates, and trigger proactive renewal processes.
Assist the HR operations team with complex Form I-9 and E-Verify verifications for foreign national employees, ensuring proper documentation of work authorization.
Identify bottlenecks in the day-to-day immigration workflow and suggest practical solutions to improve efficiency and the employee experience.
Perform other administrative duties and special projects as assigned by the HR Compliance Manager.