Appeals Officer

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Citizenship and Immigration Services
• Department: Department of Homeland Security
• Location: Camp Springs, Maryland
• Salary: $143913 – $187093/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 19
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-09-09
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-14

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Job Summary

Protect your homeland and defend your culture. Join USCIS, America's frontline defense against illegal foreign infiltration and fraud. As an Appeals Officer, you will conduct thorough review of, write detailed decisions on, and adjudicate complicated and sensitive appeals, motions, and certifications within the jurisdiction of the USCIS administrative appellate authority.

Key Responsibilities

Conducts legal research to write detailed decisions on appeals and motions after denial of a benefit under Federal immigration and nationality laws.

Requirements & Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP): Per 5 CFR 576.202, An employee who receives a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) and later accepts employment for compensation with the Government of the United States within 5 years of the date of the separation on which the VSIP is based, including work under a personal services contract or other direct contract, must repay the entire amount of the VSIP to the agency that paid it (proof of payment is required) before the individual's first day of reemployment.

Benefits

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

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Contact

HROCStaffingHelpDesk@uscis.dhs.gov · 952-697-8380

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Citizenship and Immigration Services, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-14.

How many openings are available?

There are 19 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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