Immigration Services Officer
About the position
Responsibilities
- Grant or deny complex and highly sensitive applications and petitions for immigration benefits.
- Research, interpret, and apply appropriate statutes, regulations, and precedent decisions to make adjudicative decisions.
- Interview applicants and petitioners to elicit statements, assess credibility, and analyze information.
- Conduct security checks and assist federal law enforcement agencies in identifying ineligible individuals for immigration benefits.
- Use electronic systems to verify data points and update databases with adjudicative decisions.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position.
- Must successfully pass a Background Investigation including financial disclosure.
- Must pass a drug screening.
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
- Must meet residency requirements for applicants not currently employed by USCIS.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in examining and evaluating immigration benefits documents for authenticity.
- Knowledge of immigration laws, policies, and procedures.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- Life insurance coverage
- 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 options
- Tuition reimbursement
- Transportation subsidies
- Uniform allowance
- Health and wellness programs
- Access to fitness centers
