Job: Consular Staff – Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles (Los Angeles, California)
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Position: Counsular Staff, Visa Officer
Posted by: Counsulate General of Japan in Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
The Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Consular Staff (specified in VISA-related matters). For those who are interested, please send your response via email by Sep. 22nd.
Job description General consular matters including security issues Visa-related responsibilities, which include:
- Adjudicate immigrant and non-immigrant visa applications for non-Japanese travelers traveling to visit, work, live, etc. in Japan
- Answering phone calls including inquiries such as simple application procedures and complex cases regarding Japanese consular policies and regulations, etc.
- Assist visa applicants in completing necessary forms and documentation
- Review visa applications based on criteria set forth by the office
- Interview applicants to ascertain information pertaining to their visa applications
Working Environment
- Venue: Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles
- Hours: Mon-Fri (except holidays) 9:30am-5:00pm (There could be over-time duties when necessary)
- Salary: $50,000～$55,000 per year (The salary of newly hired staff will be determined depending on their background, experiences, and skills)
- Benefits: Group Medical insurance policy is available with “NIPPON LIFE” (80% of the premium is paid by the Consulate)
Requirements
- Advanced reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills both in English and Japanese
- Good knowledge or interest in Consular works
- Ability to politely and respectfully interact with applicants in a pleasant and professional manner PC and website literacy, basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, etc
- Work Authorization in the U.S. (U.S. Nationality/Green-card or eligible visa holder)
Application: Please send us your resume via email to ryoji@ls.mofa.go.jp with the subject line “Consular Staff Position”. Only the accepted applicant will receive an email by Sep. 29th to schedule an interview.
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