Job Description

Posting Number: S06315P

Department: Human Resources

Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000

Pay Basis: Monthly

Position Status: Regular full-time

Location: Richardson

Job Description:

Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced Employment Immigration Specialist

Join the UT Dallas HR Team! Apply Now!

The UT Dallas Office of Human Resources is currently looking to hire an experienced Employment Immigration Specialist to work with our Employment & Compensation team. If you enjoy working with talented professionals who support each other, work hard, and know how to have fun, look no further.

We are seeking curious-minded candidates who are looking for a challenging yet rewarding career with an organization and leadership team that cares about its employees. Successful candidates must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered. Don't wait - Apply now!

Employment Immigration Specialist II:

Reporting to the Director of Employment & Compensation in the Office of Human Resources, the Immigration Specialist II position works independently to assist with overseeing the University's employment immigration program. The Immigration Specialist is responsible for filing employment immigration petitions and works directly with outside counsel on permanent residency requests.

Employment Immigration Specialist II Position Information:

• FLSA Status: Exempt

• Salary Grade: 13

• Salary Range: $70,000, depending on experience

Employment Immigration Specialist I:

Reporting to the Director of Employment & Compensation in the Office of Human Resources, this position will assist in overseeing the University's employment immigration program. The Immigration Specialist I works under direct supervision and is responsible for filing employment immigration petitions. The role may involve working directly with outside counsel on permanent residency requests. This position will also assist with onboarding and transitional services for international TA/RA/GA (F-1) employees and the J-1 check-in process.

Employment Immigration Specialist I Position Information:

• FLSA Status: Non-exempt

• Salary Grade: 12

• Salary Range: Up to $60,000, depending on experience

Successful candidates will have excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work both in a team and independently. Forward-thinking and creative, this candidate will work to develop and enhance current processes with the goal of creating a welcoming and stress-free environment for foreign nationals. Candidates must be detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

To be considered for this role, applicants must have at least 4 to 5 years of related experience, as outlined in the minimum qualifications section. At least 2 to 3 years of immigration experience is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

HR Specialist II:

Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years general human resources experience or administrative experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

HR Specialist I:

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years general human resources experience or administrative experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Preferred Education and Experience

• Five (5) years of employment Immigration experience in higher education or as a paralegal.

• Experience with immigration software.

• Experience using a ticketing system.

• Experience with software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

• One (1) or more years working in the Human Resources field.

• PHR , SPHR , SHRM , or related certification

Important Message:

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator (ADACoordinator@utdallas.edu) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator (TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu) .

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Currently hiring,

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