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C Software Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a directly related field. Employers file an LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the state’s renewable natural resources, including all wildlife and aquatic life. LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology.
This position is responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient daily operations of LDWF’s Bodcau Shooting Range, including acting as chief range safety officer when needed. Incumbent is responsible for enforcing safety rules and regulations for the range, and ensuring that the entire facility and all operations are maintained at the highest standards. Incumbent will assist in coordinating volunteer Range Safety Officers’ activities, including recruitment and training of these volunteers. May oversee activities and work product of LDWF student worker(s).
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Oversees the day-to-day operations and maintenance of assigned shooting range to ensure that it is made available to the public and used in a safe manner.
- Regular weekend work is required.
- Physical demands include lifting of materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, ability to stand/walk for prolonged periods, and work outside under a wide range of environmental conditions.
Preferred Experience/Knowledge/Skills:
- Experience in operating a shooting range.
- Proficiency with shooting range technology and equipment.
- Range Safety Officer certification.
Position-Specific Details:
The position is domiciled in Bossier.
Appointment Type: Position will be filled as a four (4) year job appointment. If funding becomes available, the position may be converted to probational.
Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group and may be filled as WLF Technician A-C, determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf (Download PDF reader)
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization. Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information:
Consuello Brown
cbrown@wlf.la.gov
Office Human Resources Management
About this Job
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the state’s renewable natural resources, including all wildlife and aquatic life. LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology.
This position is responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient daily operations of LDWF’s Bodcau Shooting Range, including acting as chief range safety officer when needed. Incumbent is responsible for enforcing safety rules and regulations for the range, and ensuring that the entire facility and all operations are maintained at the highest standards. Incumbent will assist in coordinating volunteer Range Safety Officers’ activities, including recruitment and training of these volunteers. May oversee activities and work product of LDWF student worker(s).
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Oversees the day-to-day operations and maintenance of assigned shooting range to ensure that it is made available to the public and used in a safe manner.
- Regular weekend work is required.
- Physical demands include lifting of materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, ability to stand/walk for prolonged periods, and work outside under a wide range of environmental conditions.
Preferred Experience/Knowledge/Skills:
- Experience in operating a shooting range.
- Proficiency with shooting range technology and equipment.
- Range Safety Officer certification.
Position-Specific Details:
The position is domiciled in Bossier.
Appointment Type: Position will be filled as a four (4) year job appointment. If funding becomes available, the position may be converted to probational.
Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group and may be filled as WLF Technician A-C, determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf (Download PDF reader)
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization. Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information:
Consuello Brown
cbrown@wlf.la.gov
Office Human Resources Management
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Map your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field supports a C Software Engineer petition. A computer science or computer engineering degree maps cleanly, but an unrelated degree with no C programming coursework can trigger an RFE. Pull your transcripts and identify relevant course titles before applying.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter C Software Engineer roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this specific job title. DOL disclosure data shows which companies have active H-1B filing history, so you're not guessing which employers will sponsor.
Verify the SOC code on your LCA
C Software Engineers are typically classified under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1299, which affects the prevailing wage tier your employer must meet. Confirm the SOC code in your LCA matches your actual duties before your employer certifies and submits.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Run your job title, SOC code, and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation. The DOL prevailing wage sets the floor your employer must pay, and knowing Levels I through IV lets you negotiate from the right starting point.
Register for the lottery before April 1
H-1B cap registrations open in March and close within two weeks. Your employer must submit your registration through the USCIS online portal during that window, and selection results are announced before April 1. Missing the registration window means waiting a full year.
Request premium processing if your start date is tight
USCIS adjudicates premium processing I-129 petitions within 15 business days. If your lottery selection came late or your current status has limited runway, ask your employer to upgrade before filing to avoid a gap in work authorization.
H-1B Visa C Software Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a C Software Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science or computer engineering. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title. Roles where any bachelor's degree suffices, regardless of field, are harder to defend. Employers strengthen the petition by showing C programming expertise is a core requirement, not a preference.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for C Software Engineers?
Migrate Mate surfaces C Software Engineer listings at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, pulled directly from DOL disclosure data. This filters out postings from employers who have never sponsored, so your applications go to companies with a documented track record of filing for this specific occupation.
What happens to my H-1B status if I switch from one C Software Engineer role to another employer?
You can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, under the portability rules in AC21. Your new employer must file before your current authorized period ends. The job must remain in a specialty occupation, and your new LCA must reflect the correct prevailing wage for the new work location.
Can embedded or systems-level C programming work qualify differently than application-layer software roles?
USCIS evaluates the theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge, not the programming layer. Embedded firmware roles can qualify as strongly as application development roles, provided the job description demonstrates that the degree requirement is genuine and not a preference. O*NET lists the typical education and knowledge requirements for software developer occupations, which employers cite in petitions.
What is the prevailing wage for a C Software Engineer, and who determines it?
DOL sets prevailing wages for H-1B positions based on the SOC code, job duties, and work location. The employer looks up the applicable wage through the OFLC Wage Search and must pay at least that amount. The Bureau of Labor Statistics wage survey data underpins these figures, and wages are tiered from Level I through Level IV based on experience and complexity of duties.