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Training Officer jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of instructional design, organizational development, and workforce compliance. Employers filing an LCA must certify a prevailing wage for the specific worksite, and the role qualifies as a specialty occupation when grounded in a bachelor's degree in education, human resources, or a directly related field.
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DSHS ESA Support Enforcement Officer 1-2 In-Training
The Economic Services Administration, Division of Child Support is seeking Child Support Enforcement Officers to join our team of hard-working professionals in Everett, WA. You’ll provide direct service to customers; establishing, modifying, and enforcing financial and medical child support obligations.
Please note: This position is currently assigned to work a hybrid/flexible schedule, based on business needs. The current expectation is that during the first year you'll work in-office for at least three days per week.
See why people like you choose careers at DSHS:
Some of what you will do:
- Work over the phone with parents, attorneys, and advocates to establish child support obligations and apply sanctions if there’s no compliance with the terms of those obligations.
- Establish administrative child support orders by researching and locating income information, calculating complex financial and medical obligations, calculating arrears balances, preparing and serving legal notices, and negotiating settlements.
- Analyze, interpret and apply state, federal and international laws pertaining to the legal determination of paternity, and to the establishment and enforcement of financial and medical child support.
- Negotiate debt repayment terms by analyzing asset and financial information such as pay stubs, tax returns, business earnings, and proof of expenses.
- Review and interpret court and administrative child support orders to determine when obligations may be suspended or terminated, the support amount, and the frequency at which support is charged.
- Utilize signature authority to initiate and sign legal notices, including correspondence with clients, courts, and other Washington state agencies.
- Locate individuals and assets utilizing state interfaces such as Employment Security, Department of Revenue, Department of Licensing, Labor and Industries, Federal Parent Locate Service, and the Social Security Administration.
- Maintain a caseload of child support cases utilizing the Support Enforcement Management System.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong conflict resolution skills to appropriately handle emotionally charged interactions with clients.
- Analytical skills to read, interpret, and understand legal documents.
- Ability to manage a large, growing, and diverse caseload.
Who should apply? Professionals with:
Two years of college-level coursework AND two years of experience in child support enforcement and/or debt collection-related functions
OR
Two years of experience as a Child Support Enforcement Technician.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute year for year.
In-Training:
Upon successful completion of the in-training plan of approximately 12-months at the Support Enforcement Officer 1 level, you will advance to the goal job class of Support Enforcement Officer 2.
Salary Ranges:
- Support Enforcement Officer 1 ($4,517 Step A - $6,075 Step M)
- Support Enforcement Officer 2 ($4,866 Step A - $6,542 Step M)
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions? Please email DSHS Recruiter, Georgina Pringle, at Georgina.Pringle@dshs.wa.gov and reference 09186.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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DSHS ESA Support Enforcement Officer 1-2 In-Training
The Economic Services Administration, Division of Child Support is seeking Child Support Enforcement Officers to join our team of hard-working professionals in Everett, WA. You’ll provide direct service to customers; establishing, modifying, and enforcing financial and medical child support obligations.
Please note: This position is currently assigned to work a hybrid/flexible schedule, based on business needs. The current expectation is that during the first year you'll work in-office for at least three days per week.
See why people like you choose careers at DSHS:
Some of what you will do:
- Work over the phone with parents, attorneys, and advocates to establish child support obligations and apply sanctions if there’s no compliance with the terms of those obligations.
- Establish administrative child support orders by researching and locating income information, calculating complex financial and medical obligations, calculating arrears balances, preparing and serving legal notices, and negotiating settlements.
- Analyze, interpret and apply state, federal and international laws pertaining to the legal determination of paternity, and to the establishment and enforcement of financial and medical child support.
- Negotiate debt repayment terms by analyzing asset and financial information such as pay stubs, tax returns, business earnings, and proof of expenses.
- Review and interpret court and administrative child support orders to determine when obligations may be suspended or terminated, the support amount, and the frequency at which support is charged.
- Utilize signature authority to initiate and sign legal notices, including correspondence with clients, courts, and other Washington state agencies.
- Locate individuals and assets utilizing state interfaces such as Employment Security, Department of Revenue, Department of Licensing, Labor and Industries, Federal Parent Locate Service, and the Social Security Administration.
- Maintain a caseload of child support cases utilizing the Support Enforcement Management System.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong conflict resolution skills to appropriately handle emotionally charged interactions with clients.
- Analytical skills to read, interpret, and understand legal documents.
- Ability to manage a large, growing, and diverse caseload.
Who should apply? Professionals with:
Two years of college-level coursework AND two years of experience in child support enforcement and/or debt collection-related functions
OR
Two years of experience as a Child Support Enforcement Technician.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute year for year.
In-Training:
Upon successful completion of the in-training plan of approximately 12-months at the Support Enforcement Officer 1 level, you will advance to the goal job class of Support Enforcement Officer 2.
Salary Ranges:
- Support Enforcement Officer 1 ($4,517 Step A - $6,075 Step M)
- Support Enforcement Officer 2 ($4,866 Step A - $6,542 Step M)
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions? Please email DSHS Recruiter, Georgina Pringle, at Georgina.Pringle@dshs.wa.gov and reference 09186.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Training Officer
Frame your credentials around instructional design theory
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation status by the degree requirement, not the job title. A bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, organizational development, or human resources positions your Training Officer role as a qualifying specialty occupation from the start.
Look up prevailing wages before every interview
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the wage level tied to your SOC code and specific worksite city. Your offer must meet or exceed that level on the LCA, so knowing the number before negotiating protects both you and your sponsoring employer.
Target employers with dedicated L&D departments
Organizations with standalone learning and development teams are structurally more likely to define Training Officer roles around degree-level duties. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for training and development occupations.
Confirm LCA coverage before accepting a site change
If your role requires delivering training across multiple office locations, each worksite needs its own certified LCA. Ask HR before onboarding whether your offer letter and LCA reflect every location you'll be working from, not just headquarters.
Review the O*NET profile to build your specialty occupation case
The O*NET occupation profile for Training and Development Specialists lists the knowledge domains and education benchmarks USCIS reviewers reference. Aligning your resume language with those descriptors strengthens the employer's specialty occupation justification in the I-129 petition.
File within the 60-day grace period if you're between jobs
H-1B holders have a 60-day grace period after their employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer and begin a transfer. Your new employer must file the I-129 transfer petition with USCIS before that window closes for your status to remain valid.
H-1B Visa Training Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Training Officer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the employer defines the position around a bachelor's degree requirement in a directly related field such as instructional design, human resources, education, or organizational development. The key is that the degree must be a minimum requirement for the specific role, not just a preference. Employers who structure the Training Officer position around degree-level curriculum design, needs analysis, and adult learning theory typically satisfy USCIS specialty occupation criteria.
What SOC code should a Training Officer H-1B petition use?
Most Training Officer roles map to SOC 13-1151, Training and Development Specialists, though some employers use 11-3131, Training and Development Managers, for senior positions. The SOC code determines which prevailing wage tier applies on the LCA, so your employer should confirm the correct code with their immigration counsel before filing the DOL Labor Condition Application. You can cross-reference the O*NET profile to verify the duties match.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Training Officer positions?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role and location. This lets you identify companies that have sponsored Training Officer or Training and Development Specialist positions before, which significantly reduces the risk of pursuing an employer who isn't set up to handle the sponsorship process.
Can my employer use one LCA if I train employees at multiple office locations?
No. Each worksite where you'll regularly work requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your Training Officer role involves traveling to or working from satellite offices on a recurring basis, your employer must file a separate LCA for each location and post the required notices at each worksite. A single LCA tied to headquarters won't cover additional sites.
How long does H-1B status last for a Training Officer, and can it be extended?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years total. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if your employer has filed a PERM labor certification or an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf and specific backlog thresholds apply. USCIS reviews each extension petition against the prevailing wage and specialty occupation requirements again, so your LCA must remain certified throughout.