Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Reporting to the HR Immigration Manager, the Immigration Specialist acts as the alternate Responsible Officer for the J1 Exchange Visitor Program and assists Immigration Manager with operations and delivery of other non-immigrant visas as needed, with an emphasis on the Student population

• Process all form I-983?s for students changing from OPT to STEM
• Acts as Alternate Responsible Officer for the J1 Exchange Visitor Program, having authority to issue DS2019 forms for initial entry, extensions and travel
• Works with outside Immigration Attorney to process form I-140, G28 and employment letters for green card applicants
• Provides employment and travel letters for immigration purposes as needed
• Conduct Terra Dotta/People Soft audits
• Assists with all operations of delivery of all immigration related services for the Institute in compliance with federal immigration laws and regulations.
• Provide counsel and advice to departmental representatives regarding the policies and procedures that must be taken to sponsor foreign nationals, so they may enter the US. 

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.  As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, industrial relations or a related field is preferred.
• 2 years of general office experience required
• Familiarity/experience with Immigration Law a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Strong communications skills both written and oral.  Must have the ability to deliver clear and succinct messages.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain efficiency and quality in a dynamic environment that often has multiple and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated strong time management and project management skills and continuous attention to detail.
• Superior customer service orientation.
• History of taking initiative on process improvement and operational efficiency.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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