Immigration Specialist

Join a team that is changing millions of lives.
Transforming smiles, changing lives.
At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person's life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever's next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Ready to join us?
About this opportunity
Align Technology is seeking an Immigration Specialist to join our team. This position will be onsite at our corporate office headquarter located in Tempe, Arizona. In this role, you will provide ongoing support to foreign national employees, Human Resources, and Talent Acquisition teams. At Align Technology, employees are our greatest strength! We believe that having a more diverse and inclusive employee population makes us stronger.
In this role, you will...

• Partner with external immigration counsel to initiate and ensure all U.S. immigration cases are filed accurately and in a timely manner;
• Regularly provide instruction and information to employees and candidates on U.S. immigration practices and procedures;
• Maintain all posting requirements (Public Access Files, PERM Notice of Filings, etc.);
• Manage and maintain Public Access Files and ensure compliance with all federal laws;
• Process travel packets for visa dependent employee international travel;
• Co-ordinate with HR to update employment eligibility information in Workday and form I-9;
• Assist with any problems that may arise relative to a foreign national's immigration status;
• Provide administrative support as needed for all immigration matters; and
• Proactively stay informed of all immigration regulation updates (E.g. executive orders, travel restrictions, etc.)

In this role, you'll need ...

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of U.S. employment-based immigration experience, preferably as an in-house specialist;
• In depth knowledge and understanding of U.S. employment-based immigration matters, such as:
• H-1B, L, E-3, F-1, TN, H-1B1, O-1
• PERM, I-140 and I-485
• U.S. Embassy and Consulate Practices
• Outstanding customer service/business partnering skills, including appropriate use of tact, flexibility, initiative, discretion, and cultural sensitivity;
• Proven ability to work autonomously, and coordinate and prioritize multiple activities, while maintaining a high level of customer service;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an extreme attention to detail;
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office software (E.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and
• Heightened sense of urgency, focus on meeting assigned deadlines, and communicate case progress/status/issues to hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team.

Sound like a good fit?
Great! Click the "Apply" link to let us know you are interested. Not the right fit? Don't worry, Align is quickly growing so we are creating more opportunities to expand our Align family. Please consider joining our Talent Network to receive notifications about future jobs or sharing this opportunity with others in your network.
About Align
Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world's largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials.
By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work - these are just some of the things employees say make Align Technology a great place to work.
We respect your privacy. Please review our Applicant Privacy Policies for additional information.
Global Diversity Statement:
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
Equal Opportunity Statement
It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all of our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. Applicants for positions with Align must be legally authorized to work in the country which they are applying for and verification of employment eligibility will be required as a condition of hire.