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Electronics Technician 4
Full-Time Permanent Position
Salary Range: $7,298-8,460
Stafford Creek Corrections Center (SCCC)
Aberdeen, WA
The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individuals for the position of Electronics Technician 4 at the Stafford Creek Corrections Center in Aberdeen, Washington.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill current and future non-permanent and permanent vacancies, that may occur.
If you are excited to make a difference in the lives of others and join a team that works towards a meaningful purpose, apply to be a Electronics Technician 4 at SCCC with the Department of Corrections (DOC).
Stafford Creek Corrections Center is a 1,936-bed multi-custody facility located five miles west of Aberdeen, on the southern Washington Coast. There are seven living units for medium and minimum long-term custody Incarcerated Individuals and a restrictive housing unit for maximum-custody Incarcerated Individuals. SCCC was Washington State's first tobacco-free facility for both staff and Incarcerated Individuals.
Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all Incarcerated Individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.
AGENCY PROFILE:
For additional information about our agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.
Join our team to be part of an organization that is dedicated to offering opportunities for career advancement and personal growth! DOC offers:
- Flexible schedules
- Comprehensive compensation packages
- Benefits package
- Training and development opportunities to continue building your career with us.
Apply today to join our team and start making a real difference in your community!
Application Process
Begin your application process online at www.careers.wa.gov:
- Click the green 'Apply' button on the job posting and sign in or create an account.
- Fill in all sections of the application completely, including at least three professional references. A professional reference is identified as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
- Attach a cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications for this position.
- Attach a detailed chronological resume.
- Submit a copy of your unofficial college transcript (if using college credits or degree to qualify for position).
- Click "Accept & Submit" to submit your application.
Incomplete application packages will disqualify an applicant from the application process.
We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.
Duties
At Stafford Creek Corrections Center (SCCC), an adult correctional facility, the Electronics Technician 4 is responsible for maintaining operational controls for electronic/electrical systems within the facility such as the security electronics system, fire safety systems, lighting system for approximately 26 buildings and the perimeter fence intrusion system. This position supports the agency's mission to improve safety by positively changing lives by supporting efforts to ensure the safety, security and efficiency of the facility.
Duty: Installs, maintains, and repairs Communications, Simplex Fire Alarm, Surveillance, and Electronic Control Systems.
Tasks include:
- Maintain, monitor and perform regular maintenance on all SCCC's SIMPLEX fire alarm systems facility wide. Provide 24-hour maintenance and emergency services on all facility Touch Screen systems that monitor and control all facility perimeter access and egress gates, all security systems in SCCC's Secured Housing Unit (SHU)/Restrictive Housing Unit (RHU).
- Maintain, program, and monitor PLC systems throughout SCCC's facility which control all interior and exterior buildings and perimeter security systems.
- Maintenance of two (2) separate primary electronics surveillance systems. One is the Digital Video Recording (DVR) system providing continuous video recording from 80+ video cameras located throughout SCCC. The second electronics surveillance system encompasses 180+ security cameras with complex multiplexer monitoring systems.
- Maintains, monitors, and provides repairs to the internal facility Visual Media and cable TV systems servicing all living units, incarcerated individual program areas, and staff training areas.
- Responsible for the Motorola two-way radio communications system. This includes all hand-held portables, mobiles, repeater systems, UPS, and audio recording systems.
- Maintain, program, and monitor PCI systems throughout SCCC's facility which control all interior and exterior buildings and perimeter security lighting systems.
- Monitor, maintain, and complete service repairs on the "Taut Wire" perimeter fence security system.
- Maintain and monitor the Siemens HVAC control system.
- Works closely with the IT Department in order to quickly identify and resolve issues.
- Assist in completing upgrades and installations of new equipment and technology such as: cameras, SEN components, and equipment, data drops and cabling when needed.
Duty: Prepare preliminary cost estimates and projections for assigned task or projects.
Tasks include:
- Order sufficient required materials to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Schedule work to be completed based upon its assigned priority.
- Use current SCCC procedures to hire and train incarcerated workers as needed.
- Ensure that all safety and security procedures are followed. For example, all tool and key accountability Policies and procedures are adhered to.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Knowledge and ability to control and six (6) months experience working with:
- SIMPLEX (fire alarm system) or similar system
- Visual media and cable TV systems
- Motorola two-way radio communications systems or similar systems
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, plans, and sketches; estimate materials and personnel needed to complete projects, supervise a crew of incarcerated individuals (I/Is) when needed.
- Knowledge of: standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment for the electrical trade; electrical codes, safety precautions; record keeping.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five (5) years’ experience installing, maintaining or repairing electrical and/or electronic equipment to include at least one (1) year of experience in the repair and testing of security alarm surveillance equipment
- Washington State Journeyman Limited-Energy Electrical license EL 06
- NICET 2 Certification or equivalent
- Knowledge and ability to control, and six (6) months of experience working on the following systems and/or similar systems:
- Touch screen systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) systems
- Security Systems (Digital/Multiplexer)
- Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) systems
- “Taut wire” perimeter fence security system
- Ability to monitor Siemens HVAC control system
Supplemental Information
Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
- Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
* Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
* We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
* Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
* Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
* Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
* Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
* DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form.
DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT).
What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
- Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
- Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous retirement plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation and so much more!
PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email docsccchr@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 360-537-2206. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
Description
Electronics Technician 4
Full-Time Permanent Position
Salary Range: $7,298-8,460
Stafford Creek Corrections Center (SCCC)
Aberdeen, WA
The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individuals for the position of Electronics Technician 4 at the Stafford Creek Corrections Center in Aberdeen, Washington.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill current and future non-permanent and permanent vacancies, that may occur.
If you are excited to make a difference in the lives of others and join a team that works towards a meaningful purpose, apply to be a Electronics Technician 4 at SCCC with the Department of Corrections (DOC).
Stafford Creek Corrections Center is a 1,936-bed multi-custody facility located five miles west of Aberdeen, on the southern Washington Coast. There are seven living units for medium and minimum long-term custody Incarcerated Individuals and a restrictive housing unit for maximum-custody Incarcerated Individuals. SCCC was Washington State's first tobacco-free facility for both staff and Incarcerated Individuals.
Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all Incarcerated Individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.
AGENCY PROFILE:
For additional information about our agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.
Join our team to be part of an organization that is dedicated to offering opportunities for career advancement and personal growth! DOC offers:
- Flexible schedules
- Comprehensive compensation packages
- Benefits package
- Training and development opportunities to continue building your career with us.
Apply today to join our team and start making a real difference in your community!
Application Process
Begin your application process online at www.careers.wa.gov:
- Click the green 'Apply' button on the job posting and sign in or create an account.
- Fill in all sections of the application completely, including at least three professional references. A professional reference is identified as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
- Attach a cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications for this position.
- Attach a detailed chronological resume.
- Submit a copy of your unofficial college transcript (if using college credits or degree to qualify for position).
- Click "Accept & Submit" to submit your application.
Incomplete application packages will disqualify an applicant from the application process.
We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.
Duties
At Stafford Creek Corrections Center (SCCC), an adult correctional facility, the Electronics Technician 4 is responsible for maintaining operational controls for electronic/electrical systems within the facility such as the security electronics system, fire safety systems, lighting system for approximately 26 buildings and the perimeter fence intrusion system. This position supports the agency's mission to improve safety by positively changing lives by supporting efforts to ensure the safety, security and efficiency of the facility.
Duty: Installs, maintains, and repairs Communications, Simplex Fire Alarm, Surveillance, and Electronic Control Systems.
Tasks include:
- Maintain, monitor and perform regular maintenance on all SCCC's SIMPLEX fire alarm systems facility wide. Provide 24-hour maintenance and emergency services on all facility Touch Screen systems that monitor and control all facility perimeter access and egress gates, all security systems in SCCC's Secured Housing Unit (SHU)/Restrictive Housing Unit (RHU).
- Maintain, program, and monitor PLC systems throughout SCCC's facility which control all interior and exterior buildings and perimeter security systems.
- Maintenance of two (2) separate primary electronics surveillance systems. One is the Digital Video Recording (DVR) system providing continuous video recording from 80+ video cameras located throughout SCCC. The second electronics surveillance system encompasses 180+ security cameras with complex multiplexer monitoring systems.
- Maintains, monitors, and provides repairs to the internal facility Visual Media and cable TV systems servicing all living units, incarcerated individual program areas, and staff training areas.
- Responsible for the Motorola two-way radio communications system. This includes all hand-held portables, mobiles, repeater systems, UPS, and audio recording systems.
- Maintain, program, and monitor PCI systems throughout SCCC's facility which control all interior and exterior buildings and perimeter security lighting systems.
- Monitor, maintain, and complete service repairs on the "Taut Wire" perimeter fence security system.
- Maintain and monitor the Siemens HVAC control system.
- Works closely with the IT Department in order to quickly identify and resolve issues.
- Assist in completing upgrades and installations of new equipment and technology such as: cameras, SEN components, and equipment, data drops and cabling when needed.
Duty: Prepare preliminary cost estimates and projections for assigned task or projects.
Tasks include:
- Order sufficient required materials to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Schedule work to be completed based upon its assigned priority.
- Use current SCCC procedures to hire and train incarcerated workers as needed.
- Ensure that all safety and security procedures are followed. For example, all tool and key accountability Policies and procedures are adhered to.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Knowledge and ability to control and six (6) months experience working with:
- SIMPLEX (fire alarm system) or similar system
- Visual media and cable TV systems
- Motorola two-way radio communications systems or similar systems
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, plans, and sketches; estimate materials and personnel needed to complete projects, supervise a crew of incarcerated individuals (I/Is) when needed.
- Knowledge of: standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment for the electrical trade; electrical codes, safety precautions; record keeping.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five (5) years’ experience installing, maintaining or repairing electrical and/or electronic equipment to include at least one (1) year of experience in the repair and testing of security alarm surveillance equipment
- Washington State Journeyman Limited-Energy Electrical license EL 06
- NICET 2 Certification or equivalent
- Knowledge and ability to control, and six (6) months of experience working on the following systems and/or similar systems:
- Touch screen systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) systems
- Security Systems (Digital/Multiplexer)
- Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) systems
- “Taut wire” perimeter fence security system
- Ability to monitor Siemens HVAC control system
Supplemental Information
Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
- Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
* Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
* We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
* Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
* Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
* Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
* Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
* DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form.
DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT).
What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
- Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
- Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous retirement plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation and so much more!
PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email docsccchr@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 360-537-2206. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation
USCIS requires that your degree directly relates to the position. A bachelor's in electrical engineering or electronics engineering maps cleanly, but adjacent degrees in physics or computer engineering may need a credential evaluation to establish equivalency before your employer files.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior Electronics Engineer roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This removes the guesswork of asking recruiters about sponsorship willingness before you've even applied.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 17-2072 before your offer negotiation so you know the floor and can spot underpay that would trigger DOL scrutiny.
Distinguish defense employers early in the process
Many senior electronics roles at defense contractors require a U.S. security clearance, which H-1B holders are generally ineligible to obtain. Identify whether a role has a clearance requirement before investing time in the application process.
Confirm cap-exempt status for university lab roles
Electronics engineer positions at universities, nonprofit research institutions, or government research labs are cap-exempt, meaning your employer can file Form I-129 outside the annual H-1B lottery window. This path is available year-round and avoids the registration lottery entirely.
Request premium processing for offer-deadline conflicts
Standard H-1B adjudication runs several months. If your employer's offer has a start-date constraint, ask them to file with premium processing through USCIS, which commits to a 15-business-day decision and reduces the risk of losing the role to a competing candidate.
H-1B Visa Senior Electronics Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Electronics Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in the vast majority of cases. USCIS looks for roles that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Electronics engineering roles involving circuit design, embedded systems, signal processing, or hardware development consistently meet this standard. The O*NET profile for this occupation confirms that a bachelor's degree is the standard entry requirement, which supports the specialty occupation argument.
How do I find employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
The most reliable method is filtering by verified LCA filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces Senior Electronics Engineer roles specifically from employers with documented H-1B filings, so you're not relying on recruiter claims. DOL LCA disclosure data is publicly available, but Migrate Mate organizes it by occupation and employer so you don't need to parse raw files.
Can I work on defense or government electronics projects on an H-1B visa?
You can work on many defense-adjacent projects, but roles requiring a U.S. security clearance present a hard barrier. Most clearances require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, and H-1B holders are generally not eligible. Some unclassified defense contractor work or export-controlled projects may also impose restrictions. Clarify clearance and export control requirements before accepting any offer in this sector.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer is acquired or changes its name?
If the acquiring company is a successor-in-interest and your job duties, location, and salary remain materially the same, your H-1B status can continue without a new petition under USCIS successor-in-interest rules. Your employer should file an amended I-129 if there are material changes to your role. During the 60-day grace period following any involuntary termination, you can also begin a transfer to a new sponsoring employer.
Does my H-1B petition need to be refiled if I move to a new work location?
It depends on the distance. Moving to a new Metropolitan Statistical Area typically requires your employer to file a new LCA with DOL and possibly an amended I-129 with USCIS before you begin working at the new site. Short-distance moves within the same area may not require an amendment, but your employer should confirm whether the new location falls within the original LCA's coverage area before you relocate.