Immigration Specialist

Immigration Specialist Position Description

Overview: HR Operations is the foundation of a strong One HR, and our primary role is to support our greatest asset our employees. We are dedicated to being a strong partner in all areas of HR by delivering high-level results and ensuring our proprietary data and transactions are secure. HR Operations strives for continued improvement and to provide a positive experience for all ICF.

Join ICF as an Immigration Specialist and Make a Global Impact!

Are you passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of immigration? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise can make a real difference? If so, ICF is looking for you!

The Immigration Specialist will be handling immigration matters and related tasks for US local and occasional international hires requiring work sponsorship in partnership with our local and international HR and management teams including external immigration counsels. This individual will act as a key internal point of contact for all North American immigration needs and support all employment-based visa applications, PERM labor certifications, LPR's, and business immigration document compliance.

This position will be hybrid to the Reston, Virginia office.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the central point of contact for day-to-day U.S. and Canada immigration matters. Collaborate with managers, employees, recruiters, HR business partners, and external legal counsel to coordinate data collection, initiation, postings, and processing of all employment-based immigration and nonimmigrant applications.
• Provide immigration support to ICF employees, in partnership with external counsel and HR business partners, including nonimmigrant visa services, lawful permanent resident applications, immigration policy, Public Access File maintenance and compliance, and audit planning.
• Communicate clearly and effectively regarding immigration requirements, government procedures, and case processing times to HR business partners, recruiters, employees, and relevant business leaders.
• Assist with travel inquiries and employment verification letters for foreign nationals.
• Maintain updated immigration data, generate periodic reports for various business units.
• Notify the I-9 manager of all documentary changes for foreign nationals as they occur.
• Monitor work authorization document expiration dates on an ongoing basis; work closely with employees, their managers, and the HR team to ensure business continuity.
• Draft and ensure the accuracy of foreign travel documents (business travel letters, visa application support letters), and review reentry documents.
• Collaborate with ICF payroll regarding eligible tax exemptions for foreign students.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Business, Criminal Justice, Political Science, or a related field such as Public Policy, International Relations or Human Resources.
• 2+ years' experience in employment-based business immigration (in-bound and outbound), and PERM process.
• 1 + year of experience in the administration of immigration programs, including but not limited to F-1 OPT STEM Program/CPT, H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM, I-140 (various types of employment-based green card processes).
• 1 + year of experience providing full-cycle visa support both temporary and green card.
• 1 + year of experience with immigration database management tool INS Zoom.
• 1 + year of experience with Public Access File maintenance and compliance.
• 1 + year of experience with business immigration, and employment law fundamentals, I-9 procedures and compliance, E-Verify systems, and International HR Global Mobility processes.
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.

Professional Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to safeguard confidential information.
• Ability to research and interpret federal regulations.
• Attention to detail, including the ability to review documents and other work and make corrections.

Desired:

• Prior experience with Workday (or related) Human Capital System

Join us in HR Operations and be a part of a team that supports our employees and strives for excellence in all areas of HR. Apply today to make a difference at ICF!

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at Candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$73,403.00 - $124,784.00 Reston, VA (VA30)