Paralegal

Paralegal, Immigration Services

Position Information

Position Title: Paralegal, Immigration Services
Department: Immigration Services
Posting Link:
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Office of Immigration Services at the University at Buffalo invites applications for the position of Paralegal.

The Paralegal will play a key role in the University at Buffalos Immigration Services unit and provide immigration support for the universitys non-citizen employees and exchange visitors. The Paralegal will also support the departments who seek to hire non-citizen employees and scholars and will serve as a unit communications liaison.

As Paralegal, you will:

• Help prepare employment-based nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions and applications for international employees.
• Support the administration of the universitys J-1 Exchange Visitor Program.
• Serve as a communications liaison, including managing departmental electronic mail accounts, updating departmental websites using CRM technologies, and giving presentations.
• Prepare reports and managing case files, public access files, and departmental records.
• Support various legal and office functions, as needed.

Learn more:

• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree plus a minimum of two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Related experience includes working in a legal field or working directly with foreign nationals in a U.S. higher education environment.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly and respectfully communicate complex information to university administrators, faculty, researchers, and staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and a working knowledge of digital communications.
• A commitment to accuracy, and a high attention to detail.
• An ability to learn quickly and to effectively employ new skills, as needed.
• US citizenship or lawful permanent residency required as mandated by federal ( SEVP ) regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing websites using CRM technologies.
• Experience working in a fast-paced immigration law firm environment.

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$51,261 - $58,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Erin Delaney
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Associate Director, Immigration Services
Contact's Email: View email address on staff.academickeys.com
Contact's Phone: View phone number on staff.academickeys.com

Posting Dates

Posted: 06/24/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: 08/27/2026

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