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Legal Receptionist jobs with green card sponsorship exist at law firms, corporate legal departments, and legal aid organizations willing to file PERM labor certification and sponsor an I-140 petition. EB-3 is the most common pathway for this role, covering skilled workers with relevant experience, leading to lawful permanent residency.
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INTRODUCTION
Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Front Desk Receptionist II is responsible for being the first point of contact for all visitors of the Alaska Airlines General Office (GO). As a member of the Employee Services team, this individual contributor role maintains front desk office needs by providing support and organizing and implementing office functions including procurement of supplies, maintaining office records, and supporting relationships with Alaska’s office vendors. This role will also work closely with the Employee Data Management and HR Compliance team to support processes and procedures and may occasionally work on projects with other teams to maintain or improve the guest experience.
KEY DUTIES:
- Supervised to deliver professional greetings to all visitors, directing them to the appropriate party, service, or location.
- Follows established step-by-step security procedures by monitoring guests and issuing visitor badges.
- Performs tasks including handling incoming phone calls professionally and delivers messages accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintains a safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Maintains the Online Reference Directory, including documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
- Requests necessary service/maintenance for the Alaska General Offices (GO) Front Desk office equipment to ensure optimum efficiency.
- Prepares communication and general correspondence to employees and visitors.
- Assists with updates to employee-related data and job information in HR systems to ensure processing compliance.
- Responds to requests for personnel files within defined SLAs by coordinating between Legal, Labor Relations, and other teams to assemble and produce file.
- Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding employee records processes or requests.
- Handles all responsibilities with a focus on achieving Alaska goals and objectives, conforming to all policies, procedures and legal requirements.
- Provides input on process improvement opportunities to improve guest experience and/or processes.
- Builds positive working relationships with stakeholders to ensure proper service.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a fast-paced office environment, or related area.
- Knowledge of general administrative and clerical procedures and the ability to operate basic office machines (telephone, copier, fax, printer, etc.).
- Proven excellence in customer service principles and practices.
- Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously with accuracy, while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Ability to organize and manage time efficiently.
- Proven ability to handle sensitive information and matters while maintaining confidentiality.
- Excellent communication (written, verbal), and interpersonal including listening skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with Alaska’s employees, vendors and the general public.
- Demonstrates verbal, visual and auditory ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with HR Information Systems processes and procedures.
JOB-SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $51,650 - $72,300 / year
Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon employees. Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
TOTAL REWARDS
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.
To implement this policy, we will:
- Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
- Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
- Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Requisition Type: Management
Location: Seattle - General Office (GO)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Legal Receptionist
Match your experience to EB-3 requirements
EB-3 skilled worker classification requires at least two years of relevant experience. Document your legal reception duties precisely, including court filing procedures, e-filing system proficiency, and client intake protocols, so your PERM job description maps cleanly to your actual background.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Target law firms and corporate legal departments that have already filed PERM applications for similar roles. Migrate Mate shows employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to organizations already familiar with the PERM process for legal support staff.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay the DOL prevailing wage for Legal Receptionist roles in your specific metro area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level yourself before negotiations, so you can confirm the offered salary meets the minimum PERM will require.
Distinguish your role from administrative generalist positions
PERM requires the job duties to justify a specific hire. Legal Receptionist roles that include specialized tasks like managing attorney calendars, handling privileged documents, or coordinating with courts are easier to defend during the DOL recruitment test than generic front-desk positions.
Track your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
Once your employer files the I-140 and it's approved, monitor the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly. Nationals of India and China often face extended backlogs for EB-3. Knowing your priority date category helps you plan whether to pursue concurrent I-485 filing or consular processing.
Understand AC21 portability before changing employers
If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 was approved, you can change employers under AC21 without restarting the PERM process, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupation. Confirm the job title alignment with USCIS classification standards before switching.
Green Card Legal Receptionist: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Legal Receptionist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Legal Receptionist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires at least two years of experience but not an advanced degree. EB-2 is available if the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience and the employer can justify that requirement in the PERM job description.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a Legal Receptionist?
Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. worker was available. After DOL certifies PERM, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS, and you pursue adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean priority date backlogs can apply depending on your nationality.
How long does the PERM process take for a Legal Receptionist role?
PERM processing times at the Department of Labor vary and are not guaranteed. After DOL certifies the application, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS, and processing time depends on whether premium processing is used. Priority date availability then determines when you can file for adjustment of status or schedule a consular interview, which adds further time for high-demand nationalities like India and China.
Where can I find law firms that sponsor green cards for Legal Receptionists?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, including law firms and corporate legal departments that have filed PERM applications for legal support roles. Searching by role and location lets you focus your applications on employers already experienced with the PERM process rather than those encountering it for the first time.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If you change employers before your I-140 is approved, your employer must restart the PERM process entirely. Once the I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's petition. If your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days and the I-140 was approved, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting, but the new role must align with the USCIS occupational classification of the original petition.