Immigration Specialist jobs in Topeka, KS
Immigration Specialist oversees immigration programs and assists foreign nationals with immigration procedures. Ensures all paperwork, including applications for immigration and visas are completed accurately and in a timely manner. Being an Immigration Specialist processes tax treaty evaluations and withholding categories for all visa recipients. Reviews immigration procedures and legal status of foreign employees. Additionally, Immigration Specialist may be responsible for compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Immigration Specialist work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be an Immigration Specialist typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Immigration Compliance Specialist for Initial Document Production
- University of Kansas
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Lawrence, KS
FULL_TIME
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Position Overview
The Immigration Compliance Specialist for Initial Document Production reviews and analyzes application materials and supporting documentation to comply for the initial immigration document issuance for all international students admitted to the university. Interprets non-immigrant status regulations, policies and practices and advises students, faculty, and staff on the regulations and policies regarding I-20 and DS-2019 immigration document issuance. Advising students primarily happens through email. Represents the ISS unit and the University of Kansas to campus partners and departments, federal government agencies, and the international student constituency served by the unit. Analyzes data in multiple systems and dataflow to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance from application to document production. Reviews and maintains pre-arrival electronic communication in regard to document production. Reviews and provides input on admission applications to ensure sufficient data and documentation is collected on international applicants that are required for document production. Generates and ensures accuracy of immigration records for the appropriate government agencies/systems. This person will be a Designated School Official (DSO) with the Department of Homeland Security and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) with the Department of State. The U.S. government requires DSOs and AROS to have U.S. permanent residence or U.S. citizenship.Job Description
90% Compliance and Advising- Provides detailed assessment of individual immigration situations for compliance and immigration document eligibility through review of application and supplemental materials for newly admitted degree and non-degree seeking international students.
- Interprets and applies non-immigrant and immigrant federal regulations and policies to advise prospective and admitted students and KU staff on individually appropriate immigration processes and procedures for enrollment at the university, initial entry into the U.S. or transfer of SEVIS record while within the U.S.
- Processes and executes federal immigration documents for international students through the government database, Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), as appropriate.
- Maintains and updates federal and university student records in SEVIS, sunapsis, and PeopleSoft, for compliance, as appropriate.
- Provides compliance guidance and procedural training to KU staff and departments on immigration processes and compliance issues related to new students and pre-arrival processes.
- Advises and collaborates with KU departments and admission teams on ensuring student application design, admission policies, and documentation standards meet federal compliance demands for F-1 and J-1 immigration document eligibility.
- Liaises with Department of Homeland’s Security Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) in submitting correction requests and data fixes to maintain international student SEVIS records in compliance with federal policy and regulations.
- Manages student lifecycle processes from post-admission through arrival, including student interaction with the iHawk portal for eform submissions and communication plans across digital and paper communication pieces.
- Coordinates and assists with new student checks ins as needed, especially with special, short-term groups.
- Reviews and maintains updates on student-facing forms, checklists, and communications in sunapsis.
- Annually reviews, coordinates and updates cost sheets and templates needed for document production.
- Assists advising current international students on matters related to F-1, J-1 and occasionally other non-immigrants status regulations including interpreting regulations, policies and practices for students, faculty and staff of the university community.
- Serves as Designated School Official (DSO) for U.S. Department of Homeland Security for F-1 international students.
- Serves as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) U.S. Department of State for J-1 international students.
- Other duties as assigned to support the mission of International Support Services.
Position Requirements
- This position begins on-site but may move to a hybrid model after incumbent successfully completes the 6-month probationary period. After successfully completing probation, incumbent may work one (1) day a week remotely based on a set departmental schedule.
- U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident to comply with Federal regulation requirements to be a DSO and ARO (to issue and sign immigration documents).
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree OR Bachelor’s degree PLUS one (1) year of relevant experience.
- Attention to detail as evidenced by application materials.
- Excellent written communication skills as evidenced by application materials
- Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, as evidenced through prior employment experience or college level course work
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous P/DSO or A/RO experience.
- Experience with PeopleSoft or Campus Solutions.
- Advanced proficiency with basic office computer systems (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite).
- Experience traveling or studying abroad.
- Experience interacting with non-native speakers of English.
- Prior work experience complying with regulations.
- Prior experience implementing online forms and checklists.
Additional Candidate Instructions
A complete application includes:- Cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
- Resume.
- Contact information for three professional references (including at least one previous or current supervisor).
- Completion of the online application.
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Application review begins Monday, August 21, 2023 and will continue until a pool of qualified candidates is identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Lynne Vanahill, 785-864-3617, vanahill@ku.eduAdvertised Salary Range
Minimum $40,000, final determination commensurate with experienceWork Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PMApplication Review Begins
Monday August 21, 2023Anticipated Start Date
Monday September 11, 2023Apply to JobPosting Information
- Posting ID: 25992BR
- Department: International Support Services
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Assignment: On-Site
- Reg/Temp: Regular
- Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
- Review Begins: 21-Aug-2023
- 8 Days Ago
Assistant Director, Immigration and Intl’ Students Retention
- University of Kansas
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Lawrence, KS
FULL_TIME
- Position Overview Reporting to the Director of International Support Services (ISS), the Assistant Director conducts immigration counseling and advising for international students and scholars in supp...
- 21 Days Ago
Specialist
- TEKsystems
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Topeka, KS
FULL_TIME
- Shift : Mon-Fri 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm Potential candidates will possess : Good analytical skills Adaptability Flexibility Customer service skills Basic Computer skills (knows how to type and what a mous...
- 23 Days Ago
Specialist
- KU The University Of Kansas
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Lawrence, KS
FULL_TIME
- 26017BR Ambler Rec Weight Room Specialist Recreation Services Job Description Weight Room Specialists are responsible for the daily operations of the Cardiovascular / Resistance Training (CRT) areas a...
- 2 Months Ago
Exercise Specialist
- Rebound Physical Therapy
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Topeka, KS
FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
- EXERCISE SPECIALIST (Degreed) REBOUND is looking for a trained EXERCISE SPECIALIST with a degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology! We have watched our program grow quickly over ...
- 7 Days Ago
Logistics Specialist
- Valiant Integrated Services
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Fort Riley, KS
FULL_TIME
- SecretRegularWe are pipelining candidates for a future role. ***Contingent upon Contract Award*** Valiant is seeking a Logistics Specialist I for W-TRS. Potential locations could include: California, ...
- 8 Days Ago
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Technical Project Manager
- Innova Solutions
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Topeka, KS
- Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Technical Project Manager Position type: 6 month Contract to Hire Duration:...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patrol Officer
- Ranck Security Llc
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Lawrence, KS
- Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Security Officer Part Time to become an integral part of our team. The ...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Security Officer - Flex program
- Securitas, Inc.
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Topeka, KS
- Location: Location: Security Officer - Flex program in Topeka, KS at Securitas Security Services USA Location * **Locati...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Security Guards & Cleaners
- Public Ads
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Lawrence, KS
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- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
TDY Cleared Security Escort - Multi-state (TS++)
- Amentum
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Topeka, KS
- **This is a temp/travel duty position. Assignments will be in various locations throughout the U.S. You must be willing ...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Security Officer Evenings
- Securitas, Inc.
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Topeka, KS
- Location: Location: Security Officer Evenings in Topeka, KS at Securitas Security Services USA Location * **Location:** ...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lifeguard
- Ymcaofcoastalga
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Tonganoxie, KS
- **Jobs** ** Lifeguard** **Job Type:** Seasonal **Category:** Part Time **Compensation:** $9 **Location:** Golden Isles Y...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Brand Standards, Guest Experience & Food Safety Advisor
- EcoLab
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Topeka, KS
- Ecolab is seeking a Brand Protection Advisor to join its EcoSure division, an industry leader in brand protection progra...
- 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Topeka, Kansas
Topeka (/toʊˈpiːkə/; Kansa: Tó Pee Kuh) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is situated along the Kansas River in the central part of Shawnee County, in northeast Kansas, in the Central United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 127,473. The Topeka Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Shawnee, Jackson, Jefferson, Osage, and Wabaunsee counties, had a population of 233,870 in the 2010 census.
The name Topeka is a Kansa-Osage sentence that means "place where we dug potatoes", or "a good place to dig potatoes". As a plac...
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Income Estimation for Immigration Specialist jobs
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Topeka, Kansas area prices
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