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CGI is hiring: Visa Communication Specialist (VCS) in Washington

CGI · Washington, DC, USA ·

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Contract

Visa Communication Specialist (VCS)

CGI Federal is looking for outgoing, experienced Visa Communication Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills, have experience in customer service, and be able to work as a team in a fast-paced environment. This position processes highly sensitive and confidential information. Experience with contracts and processing is preferred. Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearance requirements, US Citizenship is required. The selected candidate must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 45lbs. This position may require long hours of standing. As a result, the selected candidate will be expected to be able to stand and walk around the worksite for the entirety of their shift.
Your Future Duties And Responsibilities:

The Visa Communication Specialist provides support to the Government Visa Supervisor at the Special Issuance Agency (SIA) by performing various clerical and repetitive manual functions with high attention to detail and accuracy. The Visa Communication Specialist shall perform, but not limited to, the following:
Utilize phone and email to resolve questions with applicants
Data enter, look-up files
Assists counter services when required
Interface with visa applicants at SIA information counter desks and will-call. Ensure appointment is scheduled and review visa application for completeness and supporting documentation prior to adjudication.
Screen customer documents at check in and information desks provide the correct application, photo and fee information. Copy customer's identification. Distribute Passports envelopes to the correct applicant.
Perform Quality Control in verifying that application data matches visa processing data
Answer inquiries from visa applicants
Assists the Government Visa Supervisor with Congressional, Headquarters, and White House Inquiries
Liaises in-person, via email, and phone with embassies, consulates, and other high-level foreign country personnel
Drives to Embassies and other locations, as required, in order to conduct required job duties
Assist in training lower other Visa Support in the essential job functions, helping to constantly improve the training process/procedure. Required to actively participate with teams for continuous quality improvement and production workflow
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role:

Bachelor's Degree (or) 4 years of experience as a Support Associate Level I or II (or) 4 years of experience performing customer service support functions, and; Quality Control experience in verifying that application data matches Passport processing data or similar QC experience, and; Two (2) years of general office experience, including; (Preferred) International Passport experience. Two (2) years of experience utilizing a variety of office software, specifically: MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Excel, and MS Outlook, and; Must meet all qualifications requirements of the Support Associate Level I Ability to effectively and politely interface with public Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service and data entry skills Must be able to work independently Ability to comprehend and communicate the requirements for a visa in a professional and courteous manner over the telephone Ability to learn and recall information about visa application procedures and the rules and regulations pertaining to visa requirements
What You Can Expect From Us:

Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.