Adjudications Officer

Key Role

Those who excel as Adjudications Officers apply their outstanding research, analytical, and communication skills towards maintaining the integrity of our nation’s immigration system.

 

Your primary responsibilities may include:

• Adjudicating applications and petitions by researching and applying laws and conducting interviews to determine eligibility
• Ensuring national security and supporting the intelligence community by examining documentation for authenticity and conducting background investigations
• Appearing in court as the Department of Homeland Security representative for administrative and criminal proceedings
• Serving as a liaison by working with attorneys, community-based organizations, the media, and other government agencies
• Supporting process improvement efforts by reviewing, making recommendations, and developing administrative and operating programs
• Participating in quality assurance efforts by reviewing the work of Adjudications Officers
• Assessing, planning, and developing training for Adjudications Officers

 

Characteristics of a successful Adjudications Officer candidate include:

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion
• Ability to research and analyze legal information in order to apply appropriate laws and procedures
• Ability to articulate information effectively both orally and in writing with people from diverse backgrounds

 

Training

Adjudications Officers are required to successfully complete a six week residential basic training program in Dallas, TX, a one-week practicum at the National Benefits Center in Lees Summit, MO, and a one week practicum at either a District Office or Service Center. 

 

Each vacancy announcement (posted on USA Jobs) will list the specific functions and qualification requirements for the position.