Relocation Specialist 4/ Immigration Paralegal

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
Pay Rate: $68/hour on W2
United States, Arizona, Mesa
Jun 09, 2025
Job Title: Relocation Specialist 4/ Immigration Paralegal Location: Mesa, AZ, Arlington, VA, Charleston, SC, Chicago, IL, Plano, TX, Seattle, WA, St. Louis City, MO Duration: 12 months with possibility for FTE opportunity Shift Schedule: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Pay Rate: $68/hour on W2 without benefits Job Description: Position RAA (High level responsibilities): Provide expert-level U.S. immigration case support in coordination with internal counsel and external vendors, including preparation, review, and tracking of filings across H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-3, and green card categories. Support cross-border immigration matters in the Americas region, assisting with documentation and compliance needs for international assignments and local work authorization processes. Collaborate closely with recruiters, hiring managers, HR business partners, and global mobility teams to facilitate end-to-end immigration case workflows. Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and case escalations; ensure a high level of responsiveness, accuracy, and professionalism. Maintain strong knowledge of U.S. immigration laws, procedures, and agency practices; monitor updates and contribute to internal guidance and compliance tools. Support business travel screening processes and compliance tracking across the Americas. Coordinate with outside counsel and immigration vendors on case strategy, timelines, documentation requests, and status updates. Assist with internal audits, government inquiries, and the maintenance of immigration compliance documentation, including public access files and I-9 records. Participate in process improvement initiatives, data integrity projects, and policy documentation updates. Collaborate with regional HR and legal stakeholders to support consistent compliance practices in the Americas. Representative Major Tasks performed with occasional direction and guidance: Provide expert-level consultation to business planning teams and process partners, contributing to workforce strategy and program execution in both commercial and defence sectors. Design and lead complex immigration strategies that align with program timelines, operational needs, and legal compliance requirements. Independently guide employees, managers, and stakeholders through immigration processes with a focus on proactive engagement, clear communication, and business enablement. Oversee and advise on business travel screening processes, ensuring risk mitigation and compliance with regulatory standards. Serve as lead or contributor on immigration-related projects, initiatives, and working groups; provide deep subject matter expertise on evolving policy, risk, and compliance considerations. Deliver education and internal training to HR, talent acquisition, and business leaders on U.S. immigration. Investigate and resolve case escalations and systemic vendor performance issues, partnering with internal leads to drive accountability and service improvements. Collaborate with regional HR teams (e.g., HRG, HRS, HRBPs) to align immigration strategy with local business needs and global talent objectives. Identify gaps in current immigration services and compliance frameworks; recommend improvements to policies, processes, systems, and stakeholder communications. General Competencies: Adaptability: Adjusts effectively to changes in regulatory environments, work priorities, or organizational structures. Analytical Thinking: Applies critical thinking and judgment to evaluate case needs, documentation, and risk considerations. Communication: Clearly conveys immigration requirements, timelines, and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels. Relationship Building: Maintains positive, solution-oriented relationships with employees, vendors, and internal partners. Customer Focus: Demonstrates responsiveness and care in supporting employees through sensitive immigration processes. Initiative and Autonomy: Works independently, manages priorities effectively, and escalates issues appropriately without micromanagement. Technical Competencies (Role-Specific) Deep familiarity with employment-based U.S. immigration processes, including: H-1B (initial, extensions, amendments) L-1A/L-1B, O-1, TN, E-3 PERM Labor Certification, I-140, I-485, and consular processing DOL, USCIS, and DOS procedural compliance I-9 and E-Verify documentation and audits Experience working with immigration case management platforms (e.g., LawLogix, INSZoom, Tracker, etc.). Exposure to cross-border immigration workflows in Canada, Mexico, and Latin America. Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining precision and timeliness. Role Based Competencies: Decision-Making: Exercises sound legal and business judgment in high-stakes immigration matters, balancing compliance requirements with operational priorities. Comfortable making independent decisions within an established framework. Initiating Action: Takes ownership of projects and issues from initiation through resolution. Proactively identifies needs and opportunities, and takes appropriate, timely action with minimal direction. Problem Solving: Approaches complex immigration challenges analytically and strategically. Effectively identifies root causes, considers alternatives, and recommends practical, compliant solutions. Work Standards: Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and legal integrity. Holds self and partners accountable to high-quality deliverables and professional standards. Regulatory Mastery (Government Law & Regulations): Applies expert knowledge of U.S. immigration laws, regulations, and agency procedures to drive compliant and business-focused immigration strategies. Monitors and interprets legal changes and adjusts practices accordingly. Consultative Influence: Builds credibility with stakeholders across business, HR, and legal teams. Provides clear, actionable advice and positions immigration solutions in a business-aligned context. Required Requirements: Minimum of 10 years of paralegal experience in U.S. business immigration, with proven ability to handle complex cases independently. Bachelor's degree Experience working in-house at a large corporation or within a leading immigration law firm. Strong understanding of immigration compliance principles and corporate operational needs. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Experience supporting or interfacing with government agencies (e.g., USCIS, DOL, CBP, DOS). Education/Experience: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+8 years' related work experience, 14 years' related work experience, etc.).