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Information Specialist green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 pathway, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition. Roles managing records systems, digital archives, or research databases at universities, federal contractors, and large healthcare networks regularly sponsor foreign professionals for permanent residency.
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Under moderate supervision, diagnoses and solves hardware/software issues and network equipment (ie. Printers/telephone equipment) failures. Aids in the research and implementation of new IS related technology. Provides backup support for reception for answering the main telephone system. Provides telephone/voice mail technical and system support.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Investigates/researches/resolves and monitors issues with computers equipment e.g. laptops, desktops and servers (i.e. Investigating server hard disk problems, monitor, mice and keyboards issues). Investigates/researches/resolves and monitors issues with the DSCN network equipment (i.e. network errors, printer/scanner issues, modem communication, switches). Maintains and supports associate applications (RSA tokens, Remote Access). Reports issues into tracking/ticket system in order to spot trends and underlying issues.
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Investigates/researches/resolves/monitors operating systems i.e. installation of new operating systems, errors with operating systems to compatibility issues. Installs department/site specific software. Investigates/researches/resolves/monitors all software applications (including department specific software). Diagnoses and solves special access services to associates. Provides training and assistance for special applications. Provides training and assistance to new associates. Reports issues into tracking/ticket system in order to spot trends and underlying issues.
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Troubleshoots any components of the network that potentially are causing problems and reports issue to NAITS. Responsible for performing daily tape back-up function and recording results of the tape backup information for future reference. Records warranty information for computers. Provides management with cost analysis information for budget purposes for warranty and licensing. Conducts software licensing tracking and inventory for DSCN desktops/servers. Cross references access control reports and verifies with department management of correct access control for department associates. Prepares reports for removal of departed associates and archiving of data.
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Researches and investigates information on new (Hardware/Software) technologies prior to the purchase and upgrading/installation. Analyzes information and prepares reports for management. Upon approval, prepares appropriate documentation ie. Purchase order, fixed asset request forms. Creates project plans for implementation of technology/equipment.
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Backs up the receptionist and provides support to related activities.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field
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1+ years of related experience
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Information technology diagnostic skills
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Demonstrated problem solving skills
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Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain relationships with an ability to work as part of a cross functional team
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Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
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Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
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401K with 4% Company Match
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Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
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Bonus Program
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FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
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Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
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Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
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Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Career Development and Ongoing Training
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Employee Assistance Program
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Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
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Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
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Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)
Annual Salary: $60,000 – $76,000
JOB SUMMARY:
Under moderate supervision, diagnoses and solves hardware/software issues and network equipment (ie. Printers/telephone equipment) failures. Aids in the research and implementation of new IS related technology. Provides backup support for reception for answering the main telephone system. Provides telephone/voice mail technical and system support.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Investigates/researches/resolves and monitors issues with computers equipment e.g. laptops, desktops and servers (i.e. Investigating server hard disk problems, monitor, mice and keyboards issues). Investigates/researches/resolves and monitors issues with the DSCN network equipment (i.e. network errors, printer/scanner issues, modem communication, switches). Maintains and supports associate applications (RSA tokens, Remote Access). Reports issues into tracking/ticket system in order to spot trends and underlying issues.
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Investigates/researches/resolves/monitors operating systems i.e. installation of new operating systems, errors with operating systems to compatibility issues. Installs department/site specific software. Investigates/researches/resolves/monitors all software applications (including department specific software). Diagnoses and solves special access services to associates. Provides training and assistance for special applications. Provides training and assistance to new associates. Reports issues into tracking/ticket system in order to spot trends and underlying issues.
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Troubleshoots any components of the network that potentially are causing problems and reports issue to NAITS. Responsible for performing daily tape back-up function and recording results of the tape backup information for future reference. Records warranty information for computers. Provides management with cost analysis information for budget purposes for warranty and licensing. Conducts software licensing tracking and inventory for DSCN desktops/servers. Cross references access control reports and verifies with department management of correct access control for department associates. Prepares reports for removal of departed associates and archiving of data.
-
Researches and investigates information on new (Hardware/Software) technologies prior to the purchase and upgrading/installation. Analyzes information and prepares reports for management. Upon approval, prepares appropriate documentation ie. Purchase order, fixed asset request forms. Creates project plans for implementation of technology/equipment.
-
Backs up the receptionist and provides support to related activities.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field
-
1+ years of related experience
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Information technology diagnostic skills
-
Demonstrated problem solving skills
-
Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain relationships with an ability to work as part of a cross functional team
-
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
-
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
-
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
-
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
-
401K with 4% Company Match
-
Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
-
Bonus Program
-
FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
-
Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
-
Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
-
Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
-
Tuition Reimbursement
-
Career Development and Ongoing Training
-
Employee Assistance Program
-
Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
-
Volunteer Opportunities
-
Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
-
Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
-
Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)
Annual Salary: $60,000 – $76,000
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Information Specialist
Match your degree to EB-2 or EB-3
An advanced degree in library science, information management, or a closely related field positions you for EB-2. A bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience also qualifies. Confirm your credentials map to the job description before the PERM recruitment phase begins.
Use O*NET to anchor your job duties
PERM requires the job description to reflect the actual position, not a padded one. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Information Specialist to align your duties with standard industry definitions, which helps your employer defend the role during DOL recruitment and prevailing wage review.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Employers who have filed green card sponsorship paperwork for Information Specialist roles are searchable on Migrate Mate. Targeting companies with a documented PERM history saves you from outreach to employers who have never navigated the process and are unlikely to start for a single hire.
Request a prevailing wage check early
Your employer must submit a prevailing wage determination to OFLC before advertising the position. If the posted salary falls below the OFLC Wage Search result for your area and job zone, the PERM application will fail. Raise this with HR before the recruitment window opens.
Distinguish your role from administrative support
DOL audits PERM filings where the job duties blur into clerical work. Document specific technical responsibilities, such as metadata schema design, digital preservation standards, or database query functions, to establish that the role genuinely requires a specialized degree rather than general office skills.
Understand AC21 portability before changing jobs
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your original priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 after the first I-140 is approved.
Green Card Information Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits an Information Specialist role?
Most Information Specialist positions qualify under EB-2 if the role requires an advanced degree in library science, information management, or a related field, or under EB-3 if a bachelor's degree is the stated minimum. If the employer requires only a general bachelor's degree without a specific field, USCIS may classify the petition at the EB-3 professional tier. Your employer's attorney drafts the job requirements before PERM, so the degree language matters from the start.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and requires an I-129 petition plus a Labor Condition Application filed with DOL. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is permanent and follows a different sequence: PERM labor certification with DOL, then an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, then either adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals from high-demand countries like India or China can face significant priority-date backlogs before a visa number becomes available.
What does the PERM recruitment process require for Information Specialist positions?
PERM requires your employer to test the domestic labor market by advertising the position through specific channels, including a Sunday newspaper ad, an internal job posting, and three additional recruitment steps from a DOL-approved list. The employer must document that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied and was rejected without lawful cause. For Information Specialist roles, job postings at library association job boards and professional organizations may satisfy some recruitment requirements, but your employer's immigration counsel determines the exact steps.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for Information Specialist roles?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Information Specialist and related occupations, searchable by location and role type. Focusing your applications on companies that have already completed the PERM process for similar hires significantly increases your chances, since those employers understand the timeline, cost, and documentation requirements rather than encountering them for the first time with your case.
Can I change jobs after my employer files for my green card?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your original I-140 was approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 petition even if you change jobs before filing an I-485. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. These rules do not overlap, so which applies depends on where you are in the filing sequence.