Prevailing Wage for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents
Prevailing wage for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents (SOC 11-9131) is set by DOL across four experience levels, from entry through fully competent. Whether your title is Delivery Supervisor, Distribution Operations Manager, or Distribution Operation Supervisor (SDO), the wage floor shifts by worksite city and your level determines the minimum your sponsor must pay.
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Level 1 covers entry-level postmasters and mail superintendents with limited experience, typically performing routine oversight under close supervision. Workers at this level follow established procedures without independent judgment over operational or administrative scope.
Level 2 applies to qualified professionals with moderate experience who handle standard postal management tasks with some independence. This is the most common filing level for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents, reflecting mid-career supervisors managing day-to-day operations at a single facility.
Level 3 fits experienced postal managers who apply specialized knowledge, exercise significant independent judgment, and may oversee multiple operational units or coordinate across departments. DOL expects demonstrated competence beyond standard supervisory duties at this level.
Level 4 reflects fully competent senior postal managers with broad authority over planning, administration, and workforce coordination. Workers at this level typically set operational policy, manage complex multi-unit facilities, or hold district-level supervisory responsibility.
Prevailing Wage for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Confirm your title maps to SOC 11-9131
Titles like Distribution Operations Supervisor or Mail Delivery Supervisor sometimes get filed under general operations manager SOC codes, which carry different wage floors. Verify your employer's LCA cites SOC 11-9131 before signing an offer.
Watch how bonuses factor into wage compliance
DOL prevailing wage for this occupation must be met through guaranteed wages. Postal management bonuses tied to facility performance metrics typically do not count toward the wage floor, so confirm your base salary alone clears the required level.
Prioritize high-wage metros for postal management roles
Prevailing wage for this occupation varies considerably by city. Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Tampa consistently post higher floors than markets like Barnstable Town or Harrisburg, making metro selection a meaningful factor when evaluating competing offers.
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Find Jobs for this rolePrevailing Wage by Reported Job Title
DOL classifies these titles under SOC 11-9131.00 alongside Postmasters and Mail Superintendents, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Delivery Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Delivery Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Delivery Supervisor positions fall under SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Distribution Operation Supervisor (SDO) Prevailing Wage
Distribution Operation Supervisor (SDO) Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Distribution Operation Supervisor (SDO) for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Distribution Operations Manager Prevailing Wage
Distribution Operations Manager Prevailing Wage
Distribution Operations Manager is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Distribution Operations Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Distribution Operations Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Distribution Operations Supervisor positions fall under SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Mail Delivery Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Mail Delivery Supervisor Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Mail Delivery Supervisor for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Postal Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Postal Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Postal Supervisor is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Postmaster Prevailing Wage
Postmaster Prevailing Wage
Postmaster positions fall under SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Postmaster Relief (PMR) Prevailing Wage
Postmaster Relief (PMR) Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Postmaster Relief (PMR) for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Remote Encoding Center Manager Prevailing Wage
Remote Encoding Center Manager Prevailing Wage
Remote Encoding Center Manager is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Remote Encoding Operations Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Remote Encoding Operations Supervisor Prevailing Wage
Remote Encoding Operations Supervisor positions fall under SOC 11-9131.00 (Postmasters and Mail Superintendents). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. For SOC 11-9131, OFLC maps those regional wage distributions to four levels based on experience and job complexity. Employers sponsoring a worker on H-1B or PERM must pay at least the DOL-determined wage for the worksite location and assigned level.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I identify mine?
DOL assigns wage levels based on experience, supervision received, and job complexity. Level 1 is entry-level with close supervision; Level 2 is a qualified professional handling standard duties with moderate independence; Level 3 is an experienced manager exercising significant judgment; Level 4 is fully competent with broad senior authority. Your level should reflect your actual day-to-day scope, not just your title. USCIS and DOL both scrutinize mismatches between the stated level and job duties.
Why does the prevailing wage for this role differ so much from city to city?
OFLC derives wages from regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, so the floor reflects local labor market conditions rather than a single national rate. An employer must use the wage for the specific worksite listed on the LCA, not the company's headquarters. Dense metro markets with higher costs of living, such as Los Angeles, produce higher OES-surveyed wages than smaller markets, which is why the gap between top and bottom metros can be substantial for postal management roles.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
An employer cannot certify an LCA with a wage below the DOL prevailing wage for the worksite and level. If they attempt to do so, OFLC will reject or audit the application. For H-1B transfers or PERM cases already filed, underpayment can result in back-wage liability, audit findings, and debarment from future sponsorship. USCIS may also deny or revoke the petition if the offered wage does not meet the certified floor.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for a Postmasters and Mail Superintendents position in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up SOC 11-9131 for any metropolitan area. Select the relevant area and experience level to see the current DOL wage floor. Cross-reference with BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics tables for broader market context. If you want to see which employers have sponsored this role and in which locations, Migrate Mate filters sponsored job listings by role and location so you can compare active opportunities.
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