Federal Immigration Compliance Specialist (Department of State)
$55,000–$165,000 year
Hybrid · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Federal Immigration Compliance Specialist responsibilities include designing and implementing surveys and evaluation frameworks to measure program effectiveness and stakeholder satisfaction, ensuring compliance with federal immigration regulations and internal policies, monitoring partner programs supporting visiting students for licensure and reporting requirements, investigating irregularities in records and systems, leading client engagements from strategy to final deliverables, performing qualitative and quantitative analyses to identify trends and risks, collaborating across teams to create innovative solutions, and communicating findings clearly through reports and presentations. The ideal candidate will hold a BA/BS with potential advanced certifications (CFE, PMP, Lean Six Sigma), have immigration compliance experience (J-1/J-2, SEVP, SEVIS, 22 CFR Part 62, BridgeUSA), and possess strong analytical, data visualization, and stakeholder-management skills. The role is hybrid with a Washington, DC area base and travel expected; salary range is $55,000–$165,000 depending on experience.
Required Qualifications
- BA/BS required
- advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CFE, PMP, Lean Six Sigma) a plus
- Experience supporting the Department of State or other international affairs/government agencies
- Experience with program oversight and risk management, including implementing audits, monitoring and evaluation, compliance, or fraud examination processes
- Knowledge of federal immigration regulations, including requirements for J-1 and J-2 visa programs
- Familiarity with administration of Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), 22 CFR Part 62, and BridgeUSA
- Experience operating within immigration databases, especially the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS)
- Experience with survey tools, data visualization platforms, and process automation technologies
- Experience in consulting, professional services, or federal government contracting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to synthesize complex information
- Proficiency in spreadsheet and presentation software; experience with data analysis tools preferred
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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