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Immigration Attorney in Chicago, IL

U.S. Department Of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services May 02,2016 Apr 30,2016 Location USA Chicago IL
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Government

Attorney

Immigration

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

$42,823-$55,666/year

Profile

Immigration Services Officer, GS-1801-09/09 Duties: The candidate will research and interpret an extensive spectrum of sources including: immigration laws and regulations, operating instructions, legislative history, precedent decisions, state and local laws, international treaties and other legal references in order to follow the correct course of action. Will process immigration applications and petitions using available electronic systems to verify numerous established data points. Provide direct and continuing assistance to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel, and officials of other Federal agencies, in identifying individuals who pose a threat to national security and public safety. Interview applicants and petitioners to elicit statements in order to assess credibility to determine the applicant's eligibility for specific benefits sought. Answer general and case-specific immigration questions at information rooms - which are open to the public.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: The candidate must have 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the federal government, which has equipped with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. Should have experience performing the following duties: examining and analyzing immigration benefits documents received for authenticity; researching, analyzing and applying appropriate immigration laws, policies and procedures.
OR
May substitute a Master's degree or 2 full years of graduate education leading to such a degree in any field or a J.D. or LL.B. degree for experience required at the GS-09 grade level. Such education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.

Application Deadline: May 3, 2016.

Additional info

Job Announcement Number: CIS-PJN-1689041-FOD. Apply online. No emails. Visit website for more information.

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