Duties Help As a participant in the Pathways Recent Graduates Program, you will receive both formal and on-the-job training to develop the required knowledge and skill to successfully perform the responsibilities of the position. Screening and vetting to grant or deny complex applications and petitions for immigration benefits based on electronic or paper applications, petitions, and in-person interviews. Research and interpret sources including immigration laws and regulations, operating instructions, legislative history, precedent decisions, state and local laws, and international treaties to determine adjudicative decision. Plan and conduct independent research concerning the eligibility and entitlement of persons seeking benefits, employment, and/or legal status under the Immigration and Nationality Act as amended. Conduct preliminary fact-finding and initiate further action where information indicates fraud has been detected. Use government systems to perform security checks in accordance with all applicable

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laws and policies; conduct file searches for aliases, dates of birth, and criminal behavior. Write well-organized, logical, often complex legal decisions and opinions that are clear, consistent with adjudicative standards and legislation, and are applicable to the facts of the case or which communicate USCIS policies and procedures. Complete and update administrative reports, systems, and security reporting requirements in accordance with applicable regulations and procedures. Conduct in-person interviews (screening and vetting) to elicit information or statements to assess credibility and identify inconsistencies. Provide direct support and assistance to US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel and officials of other federal agencies.