International Employment Specialist

North Carolina State University

$ 36,381 - $ 91,526

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 08, 2024

Job Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194339SP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	International Employment Specialist
Anticipated Hiring Range	$50,000 - $55,000
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional work outside of normal business hours as needed
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	International Employment - University Human Resources (UHR)
About the Department	International Employment (IE) assists NC State to successfully employ and retain foreign national employees needing employment sponsorship on a temporary and/or permanent basis. IE stays current with relevant U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service ( USCIS), Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, and Department of Labor regulations and policies, and provides education to the university community to facilitate understanding and compliance.
Essential Job Duties	The International Employment Specialist advises the NC State community and foreign national faculty and staff in the area of employment-based immigration and relevant governmental regulation and procedures. The IE Specialist, in collaboration with the IE Manager, prepares and files standard and complex immigration petitions filed with USCIS, with particular focus on Outstanding Researcher permanent residence petitions and O-1 nonimmigrant petitions, and monitors and updates expiration dates and documentation regarding immigration status. The Specialist also provides high-level customer service and assistance to campus on a variety of immigration and visa issues. Additional responsibilities include: Prepares some nonimmigrant and Outstanding Researcher (and occasional Extraordinary Ability) immigrant visa petitions by analyzing and integrating information from both the sponsoring department and foreign national employee; Utilizes multiple online government and University/UHR electronic systems, as well as the Sunapsis case management system to prepare and file immigration petitions; monitors case status both before and after filing. Develops and maintains professional working relationships that facilitate the accomplishment of goals and tasks. Answers simple and complex questions and resolves normal and complex issues relating to visa and immigration issues with limited management intervention.
Other Responsibilities	Recommends new or revised procedures. Prioritizes, tracks and manages projects and multiple cases. Works in a collaborative environment on a small team.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education	Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications	Ability to use web-based systems. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely convey verbal, nonverbal, and written information. Understanding of effective working relationships with customers and administrators. Ability to establish rapport and work effectively with people and populations from various countries and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications	Basic knowledge of preparing employment-based immigration cases, with a willingness to learn how to draft and file petitions, such as Outstanding Researcher and O-1 nonimmigrant petitions. Experience filling out government immigration forms, as well as the ability to navigate multiple governmental websites for compliance and case completion purposes. Working knowledge of immigration rules, procedures, and processes to complete assigned tasks. Experience or familiarity with Sunapsis case management system. Demonstrated knowledge of PeopleSoft (or similar HRIS), PeopleAdmin (or similar ATS), and other online project management and/or customer service systems.
Required License or Certification	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	11/08/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)	11/14/2024
Notice to Applicants	*Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.*
Special Instructions	Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

Position Details

Position Number	00110774
Position Type	SHRA
Position Classification Band Title	University Program Specialist
Position Classification Band Level	Contributing
Position Classification Salary Range	$ 36,381 - $ 91,526
Salary Grade Equivalency	GN07
Alternate Option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position	No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id	480401 - HR Talent Acquisition and Employment
AA/EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.