This detail is located in FIELD OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE DISTRICT 34 DETROIT MI. Detroit MI Field Office.

Duties

Research and make case determinations, hearing and adjudicating appeals, and make decisions on reopening cases and whether to reconsider cases. Provide technical and administrative advice to staff who examine applications and petitions for immigration benefits, supporting documentation and related files or automated records to determine whether requested actions meet governing regulations. Respond to applicant's questions or resolve problems through the application of established methods and criteria without causing unnecessary delays to either the applicant or the organization Assign work based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Plan work to be completed by subordinates, set and adjust short-term priorities, and set target dates for work completion.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicant must have their supervisor's approval to apply for and be selected for this detail and must provide proof as an attachment to their application package. THIS IS A TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT NOT TO EXCEED ONE (1) YEAR BUT MAY BE EXTENDED AN ADDITIONAL YEAR UP TO A TOTAL OF FIVE (5) YEARS. THE SELECTEE WILL RETURN TO THEIR FORMER POSITION OF RECORD OR LIKE POSITION (same grade, full performance level and location), AFTER COMPLETION OF THE TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT. This is a competitive detail posting that is open for all GS levels to apply. Please note: The Basic Requirements are needed by all applicants (if any). The desired experience does not need to be met; however, the selecting official will review all resumes for skill sets that fit the position. General or Specialized Experience Requirement Making final determinations on difficult and sensitive immigration benefits cases that are discretionary, precedent-setting, highly visible, and are of great importance to the agency. Rendering immigration benefits decisions that have substantial impact to a wide range of agencies at the federal, state and local levels. Analyzing new immigration benefits regulations and complex technical amendments as well as procedures for making final determinations on applications/petitions for immigration benefits. Please read the following important information to ensure you submit everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit your responses and appropriate documentation prior to 08/30/2024. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position. Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Salary NOTE: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build criteria competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer service. Please provide the dates and amount of time/hours worked earning this experience.

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this detail position.

Contacts

• Address
• Name: HROC Staffing Help Desk
• Phone: 952-697-8380
• Email: [email protected]