UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Senior Immigration Specialist
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Job Description
- Req#: R0066762
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Bachelor's degree, plus four (4) years' immigration advising, international student or scholar advising, and/or paralegal experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of immigration/employment related laws, regulations, and procedures, such as H-1B, J-1, F-1 or permanent residence cases.
Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with diverse customer base.
Strong attention to detail, with superior writing, research, analytical and communication skills.
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
Master's degree
Prior experience drafting and filing H-1B petitions strongly preferred.
Experience with H-1B, J-1 research scholar, J-1 Physician, and permanent residence regulations and processes.
Experience with Workday, SEVIS, Sprintax Calculus or other nonresident alien tax software, and immigration case management systems.
Experience working in a higher education setting.
Serve as primary H-1B adviser; independently draft, review, and submit Labor Condition Applications to DOL and petition forms to USCIS for employer-sponsored visa processes, including H-1B, E-3 and TN; evaluate details on prospective cases to identify and address potential issues
Monitor the progress of immigration cases and communicate with department and employee to address delays or respond to RFEs; continually improve workflows for regulatory compliance and greater efficiency
Serve as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for J-1 Scholars and Training Program Liaison (TPL) for J-1 Physician programs; Update J-1 records in relevant systems, such as SEVIS and EVNet systems, and assist with J-1 program coordination
Research, interpret and understand complex immigration issues and regulations, and provide clear guidance to departments and employees accordingly
Educate and advise hiring departments, candidates and employees on immigration regulations and policy changes through meetings, presentations, online trainings, and other means
Meet individually with candidates, employees, or hiring departments to answer immigration questions and provide strategic immigration options to hire and retain international employees
Maintain immigration-related webpages on UAMS website, and update documents and presentations with accurate and timely information;
Respond to immigration-related questions, and provide immigration software assistance to departments and employees
Ensure institutional compliance with USCIS regulations and work authorization expirations; Maintain and periodically audit employee data in various internal systems, including Immigration Tracker and Workday
Assist with onboarding of foreign national new hires by completing the Form I-9 process
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02/04/2025
Closing Date:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration
Type of Position:
Regular
Job Type:Day Shift (United States of America)
Work Shift:Sponsorship Available:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Institution Name:
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu .
DPC | Immigration Services
Department:
https://hr.uams.edu/immigration-services/
Department's Website:
The Senior Immigration Specialist, along with the Immigration Services team, provides assistance, resources and advice on immigration-related employment issues and topics to the UAMS community. Primary responsibilities consist of immigration case management and advising, education and outreach to campus departments regarding immigration processes and regulations, and data maintenance and regulatory compliance.
Summary of Job Duties:
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Information:Responsibilities
Immigration Case Management
Consultation & Education
Data Maintenance & Compliance
Performs other duties as assigned and required
Commensurate with education and experience
Salary Information:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Required Documents to Apply:Proof of Veteran Status
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYSPlease do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Criminal Background Check
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Sitting, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Yes
Benefits Eligible:About the company
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is a public medical school in Little Rock, Arkansas.