HR Immigration Specialist

Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
In Human Resources, we collaborate with the innovators who drive DISH's creative ambition. From recognizing and fostering the development of our company's talent to navigating an ever-changing business landscape, our HR team drives positive change for both the company and our team members interested in growing their careers at DISH.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
EchoStar is seeking a highly organized and empathetic HR Immigration Specialist to support our growing workforce. In this operational role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of our immigration programs. You will serve as the primary point of contact for foreign national employees, partnering closely with external legal counsel, internal HR teams, and hiring managers. The ideal candidate has a meticulous eye for detail, a strong understanding of US employment visas, and a passion for providing a seamless, supportive employee experience during complex immigration processes.
Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary internal contact for candidates and employees regarding their immigration status, answering day-to-day inquiries, and guiding them through documentation requirements and travel restrictions
• Proactively update hiring managers, recruiters, and HR business partners on case statuses, processing timelines, and potential risks to candidate start dates or continued employment
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date immigration data, tracking visa expiration dates and triggering proactive renewal processes
• Assist the broader HR operations team with complex Form I-9 and E-Verify verifications for foreign national employees, ensuring proper documentation of work authorization
• Identify operational bottlenecks in the day-to-day immigration workflow and suggest practical solutions to improve efficiency and the employee experience
• Perform other administrative duties and special projects as assigned by the HR Compliance Manager

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• 2-4+ years of professional experience in HR Operations, Global Mobility, or as an Immigration Paralegal

Skills and Qualifications:

• Foundational understanding of US visa types (H-1B, L-1, TN, F-1 OPT/STEM, O-1) and the employment-based Green Card process (PERM, I-140, I-485)
• Uncompromising accuracy in data entry, document review, and compliance record-keeping
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal jargon into clear, reassuring language for employees
• Proven ability to manage high volumes of cases, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday and Oracle) and standard office software (e.g., Google Workspace, Microsoft Office)

Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $63,150.00/Year - $90,000.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.
EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact [email protected] if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.
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