DOJ-Accredited Citizenship Specialist in Training

Institute For Latino Progress; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

403b retirement saving plan

Vacation

Sick leave

Personal

Holidays

Job summary

Instituto del Progresso Latino seeks an Accredited Application Specialist in Training in Chicago to assist with processing N-400 and related citizenship applications. You will gather documents, meet clients, and help prepare workshop materials while learning USCIS guidelines under supervision.

The role emphasizes bilingual English/Spanish communication, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills. Weekend hours may be required; opportunities for professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Some college credits or foreign equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must obtain DOJ accreditation.
• At least one year in citizenship, legal, or nonprofit setting.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communications; confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in filling out USCIS forms (N-400, N-600, I-90, etc.) under supervision.
• Provide information to clients in one-on-one settings and at workshops.
• Learn to use USCIS guidelines to determine eligibility and file with IDPL.
• Maintain data in internal databases and file supporting documents.
• Support citizenship workshops and help with setup, processing, and fee waivers.
• Uphold legal guidelines and best practices; participate in trainings.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

MS Office

USCIS forms

Bilingual English and Spanish

Education

Some college credits

Bachelor’s degree preferred

DOJ accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office

USCIS online

Law Logix

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Instituto del Progresso Latino seeks an Accredited Application Specialist in Training in Chicago to assist with processing N-400 and related citizenship applications. You will gather documents, meet clients, and help prepare workshop materials while learning USCIS guidelines under supervision.

The role emphasizes bilingual English/Spanish communication, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills. Weekend hours may be required; opportunities for professional development are provided.