Research Analyst - DAYS - Enhanced Vetting Team in Portsmouth

As an Enhanced Vetting Team (EVT) Research Analyst, you are responsible for making assessments after reviewing and evaluating information presented to you. You utilize dataset research and evaluation to draw conclusions, ensure compliance, and identify trends. You will work with multiple stakeholders to achieve optimal results. Your primary responsibilities include detailed petitioner and sponsor vetting, impeccable recordkeeping, and report generation. This position supports pre-adjudication rather than final decision-making authority.

Your well-being and that of those you care for are important to us. We provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) for which you are immediately eligible to fund (and for which there is a biweekly employer match).

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on cases prior to appointment scheduling by gathering information from a variety of sources, including but not limited to visa petitions, applications and supporting documents, public records, telephone calls, government and/or commercial databases.
• Review public records databases and any other applicable resources for information related to potential visa ineligibility, including but not limited to liens, judgements, and bankruptcies.
• Evaluate datasets and interpret the relevance of data gathered, including numerical statistics, legal documents, and open-source material.
• Request supplemental documentation as necessary.
• Analyze research conducted and information received from various locations to identify issues related to cases.
• Perform cost-of-living analysis based on geographic location.
• Ensure the integrity of recordkeeping systems and the veracity of data collected prior to entering the data into the recordkeeping systems.
• Write reports in a clear and concise manner that summarize the information gathered and identified during research.
• Coordinate and network with local U.S. direct hires, other government agencies, and coworkers to facilitate information-sharing on cases that involve fraud or potential criminal activity.
• Appropriately handle Law Enforcement Sensitive (LES) information.
• Analyze visa application refusals and ineligibilities related to research to identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain a working knowledge of a variety of resources related to eligibility requirements.
• Make phone calls to collect information on a case-by-case basis, and create reports based on the information provided.
• Consider the totality of a petitioner’s or sponsor’s circumstances before providing analysis to post.
• Evaluate the case at hand, analyze the specific and adapted questions that need to be asked, and communicate in an unscripted manner.
• Refer cases to the Fraud Prevention Unit for evaluation and investigation when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned to advance the unit’s mission of supporting case pre-screening.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience that includes demonstrated success in complex research, investigative analysis, and independent case evaluation.
• Well-versed in detailed research and reporting.
• Experience using analytical platforms, such as Power BI.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Proven ability to review, analyze, and interpret various forms and supporting documents, drawing logical conclusions.
• Report preparation and document analysis to establish authenticity and for evaluation against government standards.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communications with peers and with government officials.
• Ability to use databases to obtain and validate information.
• Ability to comprehend government regulations.
• Ability to conduct telephonic interviews to obtain and/or validate petitions.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate data and interview responses to prepare concise reports and records of findings.
• Ability to accept feedback.
• Ability to think flexibly (open-mindedness with no absolutes) and think outside of the box.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Familiarity understanding and analyzing financial documents.

Additionally, to be considered you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET-level federal security clearance.
• Successfully complete a comprehensive 7-year criminal and credit background check.
• Successfully complete a computer-based skills assessment with a minimum score of 80%.
• Live within 90 miles of the National Visa Center, located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, you may occasionally be required to stand; walk; sit; lift up to 20 lbs.; bend; reach; carry; stoop; kneel; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; speak; or hear. Specific vision abilities may be required to perform the job which may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, or the ability to adjust focus. Onsite at the National Visa Center in an office environment but may also include all other work environments as required.

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