Bilingual Immigration Specialist (Remote must be in MN, IL, SD, IA, NE)

Overview

This position coordinates employment-based immigration filings, serving as the primary liaison between the organization, outside legal counsel, and employees or candidates requiring sponsorship. The role includes guidance on process, documentation, and international travel requirements to ensure regulatory compliance.

This position has opportunity to be remote if the candidate is willing to travel to headquarters in Sleepy Eye, MN on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage employment-based immigration filings, including TN, H-1B, and permanent residence cases.
• Act as the main point of contact with outside immigration counsel to ensure timely and accurate submission of petitions and applications.
• Communicate directly with employees and candidates requiring sponsorship, providing guidance on immigration process, timelines, international travel, and required documentation.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records for immigration sponsorship cases and related documentation.
• Monitor expiration dates and initiate extension or renewal processes as needed.
• Provide guidance to Human Resources and other stakeholders on immigration processes and requirements.
• Stay current on changes in immigration laws, regulations, and best practices; communicate relevant updates to Human Resources, leadership, and employees.
• Track and manage foreign travel leaves to ensure travel documentation is completed timely and leaves are administered within permitted dates.
• Collaborate with HR and business leaders to track position movements, including full-time/part-time changes for employees on work visas, ensuring compliance and proper documentation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve visa and immigration processes and related workflows with internal stakeholders.
• Generate regular reports on the status of immigration cases, visa applications, renewals, expirations, and compliance audits for management and legal teams.
• Assist in development of visa and immigration policies and procedures aligned with business goals.
• Assist with supplemental B reverification for I-9 purposes.

Requirements

• HS Diploma (minimum formal education).
• 1 year of experience preparing and coordinating employment-based immigration filings (TN, H-1B, PERM, etc.).
• Strong understanding of U.S. immigration processes and regulations.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with sound judgment.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and self-motivation.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of people.
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications

• AA Paralegal, HR, or related field.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Health, dental, and vision
  • Flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability and long-term disability
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off bank
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Location

• Sleepy Eye, MN (headquarters).
• Remote work available, with as-needed travel to headquarters.