Immigration Specialist IV

Avant Healthcare Professionals•Maitland, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Immigration Department is responsible for processing immigration petitions and resolving any issues. The team ensures all immigration requirements are current for each applicant and maintains databases containing all immigration information for Avant Healthcare Professionals (HCPs). The Immigration Specialist IV is responsible for processing immigration petitions for Avant candidates in an efficient and effective manner, while proactively troubleshooting any issues. This role ensures that databases are accurately maintained and that all immigration requirements are current for each applicant, while sustaining timelines and fluid communication with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) and all Avant Departments. The Immigration Specialist is expected to exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance, including interpreting and applying immigration laws and regulations, developing policies, and advising management on strategic immigration matters.

Requirements

Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal qualification preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3 years of related experience in immigration processing
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential documentations and the ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) and collaborate with all levels of management
Basic MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) certification and ability to obtain and maintain

Responsibilities

Work independently and with minimal supervision to process visa petitions in compliance with the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS)
Use independent judgment to ensure that filings and HCPs will be in compliance with all applicable immigration laws and regulations.
Manage and oversee the preparation and filing of all immigration-related applications and petitions (e.g., H-1B, L-1, PERM, I-140, I-485).
Coordinate with employees and external legal counsel to gather necessary documentation and information for filings
Interpret and apply immigration law and provide expert and highly skilled guidance to employees on immigration-related issues and strategies.
Develop and implement immigration policies and procedures to support the company's strategic objectives.
Act as the primary point of contact for employees and management regarding immigration matters.
Consult with government agencies and external legal counsel as necessary.
Remain current with changes in immigration laws and policies through continuous education and update the company’s procedures accordingly.
Use discretion and independent judgment to review and evaluate information included on all petitions for the applicable statuses for adjudication before submission
Use independent judgment to resolve issues and concerns such as documentation needs, immigration status requests, and procedural issues
Communicate with other departments and HCPs regarding candidate processing, timelines, and any other relevant updates, as needed
Other duties as assigned