HR Support and Immigration Coordinator (Temporary)

TL;DR

HR Support and Immigration Coordinator (HR Operations): Managing employment-based immigration processes and providing general HR support with an accent on visa petitions, compliance, and work authorization. Focus on coordinating with outside counsel to manage visa lifecycles and ensuring strict adherence to USCIS and federal employment laws.

Location: Columbia, MD, USA (Onsite)

Salary: $40 per hour

Company

A premier AI services provider focused on aligning human expertise with artificial intelligence to drive innovation and value for clients.

What you will do

• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on employment-based immigration matters including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, and green card sponsorship.
• Coordinate with outside immigration counsel to manage visa petitions, extensions, transfers, and renewals.
• Maintain accurate immigration case tracking and ensure timely filing of all required documentation.
• Advise employees and managers on visa status, work authorization timelines, and compliance obligations.
• Educate the HR team and hiring managers on I-9 compliance and employment eligibility verification best practices.
• Support HR Generalist responsibilities and employee relations matters as needed.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of progressive HR generalist or business partner experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing employment-based immigration processes and working with immigration counsel.
• Strong knowledge of I-9 compliance, work authorization categories, and employment eligibility requirements.
• Solid understanding of federal and state employment law (FLSA, ADA, FMLA, Title VII).
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or BambooHR.
• Must be based in or able to work onsite in Columbia, MD, USA.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Experience working in technology, professional services, or multinational organizations.
• Familiarity with global mobility and international HR programs.
• Experience with PERM labor certification and I-140 sponsorship processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Financial well-being support through 401K and spending accounts.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Commuter benefits, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Possibility of conversion to a full-time permanent position.