Nonprofit H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Washington
Washington state's nonprofit sector spans global health organizations in Seattle, tribal service agencies across the state, and major research institutions like the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and University of Washington affiliates. Many of these employers have established H-1B visa sponsorship programs, particularly for roles in public health, research, technology, and social services where specialized degree requirements meet H-1B specialty occupation standards.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: Hate Crimes Program Specialist
FLSA Status: FULL TIME, non-exempt, 40 hours per week
Department: Frances Martinez CSC
Reports to: Director of Human Services
Pay Range: $31.00 - $34.00/ hr
MISSION STATEMENT:
As an organization grounded in the Latino community of Washington State, it is the mission of El Centro de la Raza (The Center for People of All Races) to build the Beloved Community* through unifying all racial and economic sectors; to organize, empower, and defend the basic human rights of our most vulnerable and marginalized populations; and to bring critical consciousness, justice, dignity, and equity to all the peoples of the world.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position will inform and educate the community on identifying and reporting hate crimes and bias incidents. The person in this role will assist in implementing outreach plans and strategies developed by leadership and will assist in the development and distribution of outreach materials used for messaging the public on hate crimes and bias incidents; and how these can be reported. This role will receive training on what a hate crime is and what a bias incident is. (This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all regular activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Works under the direction of the Director of Human Services and the Navigator Supervisor and follows established program guidelines and procedures. Requires a 6-month evaluation period. Position is contingent upon continued funding.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Attend meetings and participate actively in planning sessions with external partners
- Assist in updating and maintaining outreach and education toolkits
- Respond to phone calls and emails seeking information
- Maintain and manage files on relevant resources, policy developments and partner groups
- Organize methods for sharing information with community, including outreach, online and in person presentations
- Build and maintain working relationships with community organizations, legal groups and government agencies providing assistance to people affected by hate crimes and bias incidents under program guidance
- Provide guidance to El Centro staff on answering questions from the community and serve as information resource for El Centro staff on issues relevant to hate crimes and bias incidents
- Coordinate with El Centro program staff to provide information and conduct outreach to program participants
- Receive referrals from El Centro staff for people needing information or services
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
- Attend regular meetings including supervisory, staff meetings and Charla
- Prepare periodic reports as requested to supervisors, Board of Directors, and funders
- Carry out outreach and education activities using established program materials and procedures
- Escalate complex or sensitive situations to supervisor as appropriate
- No supervisory responsibilities are included
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in a general office environment at EL Centro de la Raza. Works 40 hours per week. This is a nonexempt position and is eligible for overtime in accordance with organizational policy; all overtime must be approved in advance. May require a flexible schedule. May work different hours on different days. May require some local travel. Will work four days a week in office and one day remotely. El Centro reserves the right to change any or all conditions under which this position is permitted to work remotely or withdraw permission to work remotely with or without advance notice.
El Centro de la Raza offers the following benefits to full-time staff:
- Medical and dental insurance with competitive employee and family rates
- Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees; option to buy up for additional coverage
- 401(k) plan with 5% employer contribution; eligible to participants after six months of employment; eligible for employer contribution after first year of employment with El Centro
- 12 days of sick/safe pay time each calendar year (accrued by pay period); eligible to take accrued leave after 90 days of employment
- 15 days of vacation accrued by pay period; start accruing upon hire; eligible to take after 6 months of employment plus a floating holiday and birthday off
- 9 days of paid holidays + 5 days paid time off during the last week of December
- Employment Assistant Program (EAP) for all employees, which provides help with mental health, stress, grief and loss, illness or trauma, relationship conflicts, financial guidance, life adjustments, and more
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two to three years experience working with immigrant communities and other marginalized communities
- Experience in outreach, including planning outreach events
- Bilingual in Spanish / English, written and spoken fluency
- Experience in the nonprofit sector
- Experience working effectively with other organizations including social service providers and government agencies
- Experience handling sensitive or confidential information and maintaining discretion
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
SKILLS/TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid driver’s license required for local outreach travel
- Demonstrated interest in laws and policies affecting impacted communities
- Presentation / facilitation skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
- Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead
- Ability to operate telephone, desktop or laptop computer
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodation Statement:
El Centro de la Raza provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the requirements of the position. El Centro de la Raza would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable, and no undue hardship would result.
Position Title: Hate Crimes Program Specialist
FLSA Status: FULL TIME, non-exempt, 40 hours per week
Department: Frances Martinez CSC
Reports to: Director of Human Services
Pay Range: $31.00 - $34.00/ hr
MISSION STATEMENT:
As an organization grounded in the Latino community of Washington State, it is the mission of El Centro de la Raza (The Center for People of All Races) to build the Beloved Community* through unifying all racial and economic sectors; to organize, empower, and defend the basic human rights of our most vulnerable and marginalized populations; and to bring critical consciousness, justice, dignity, and equity to all the peoples of the world.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position will inform and educate the community on identifying and reporting hate crimes and bias incidents. The person in this role will assist in implementing outreach plans and strategies developed by leadership and will assist in the development and distribution of outreach materials used for messaging the public on hate crimes and bias incidents; and how these can be reported. This role will receive training on what a hate crime is and what a bias incident is. (This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all regular activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Works under the direction of the Director of Human Services and the Navigator Supervisor and follows established program guidelines and procedures. Requires a 6-month evaluation period. Position is contingent upon continued funding.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Attend meetings and participate actively in planning sessions with external partners
- Assist in updating and maintaining outreach and education toolkits
- Respond to phone calls and emails seeking information
- Maintain and manage files on relevant resources, policy developments and partner groups
- Organize methods for sharing information with community, including outreach, online and in person presentations
- Build and maintain working relationships with community organizations, legal groups and government agencies providing assistance to people affected by hate crimes and bias incidents under program guidance
- Provide guidance to El Centro staff on answering questions from the community and serve as information resource for El Centro staff on issues relevant to hate crimes and bias incidents
- Coordinate with El Centro program staff to provide information and conduct outreach to program participants
- Receive referrals from El Centro staff for people needing information or services
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
- Attend regular meetings including supervisory, staff meetings and Charla
- Prepare periodic reports as requested to supervisors, Board of Directors, and funders
- Carry out outreach and education activities using established program materials and procedures
- Escalate complex or sensitive situations to supervisor as appropriate
- No supervisory responsibilities are included
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in a general office environment at EL Centro de la Raza. Works 40 hours per week. This is a nonexempt position and is eligible for overtime in accordance with organizational policy; all overtime must be approved in advance. May require a flexible schedule. May work different hours on different days. May require some local travel. Will work four days a week in office and one day remotely. El Centro reserves the right to change any or all conditions under which this position is permitted to work remotely or withdraw permission to work remotely with or without advance notice.
El Centro de la Raza offers the following benefits to full-time staff:
- Medical and dental insurance with competitive employee and family rates
- Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees; option to buy up for additional coverage
- 401(k) plan with 5% employer contribution; eligible to participants after six months of employment; eligible for employer contribution after first year of employment with El Centro
- 12 days of sick/safe pay time each calendar year (accrued by pay period); eligible to take accrued leave after 90 days of employment
- 15 days of vacation accrued by pay period; start accruing upon hire; eligible to take after 6 months of employment plus a floating holiday and birthday off
- 9 days of paid holidays + 5 days paid time off during the last week of December
- Employment Assistant Program (EAP) for all employees, which provides help with mental health, stress, grief and loss, illness or trauma, relationship conflicts, financial guidance, life adjustments, and more
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two to three years experience working with immigrant communities and other marginalized communities
- Experience in outreach, including planning outreach events
- Bilingual in Spanish / English, written and spoken fluency
- Experience in the nonprofit sector
- Experience working effectively with other organizations including social service providers and government agencies
- Experience handling sensitive or confidential information and maintaining discretion
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
SKILLS/TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid driver’s license required for local outreach travel
- Demonstrated interest in laws and policies affecting impacted communities
- Presentation / facilitation skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
- Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead
- Ability to operate telephone, desktop or laptop computer
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodation Statement:
El Centro de la Raza provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the requirements of the position. El Centro de la Raza would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable, and no undue hardship would result.
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Search Nonprofit Jobs in WashingtonNonprofit H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
Which nonprofit organizations in Washington sponsor H-1B visas?
Several large Washington nonprofits have documented H-1B visa sponsorship histories, including PATH (the global health nonprofit headquartered in Seattle), Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Seattle Children's Research Institute, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and various University of Washington-affiliated research centers. Tribal organizations and regional health systems operating as nonprofits have also filed H-1B petitions, particularly for clinical, research, and technology roles.
Which cities in Washington have the most nonprofit H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Seattle accounts for the largest share of nonprofit H-1B sponsorship activity in Washington, driven by its concentration of global health organizations, research institutes, and large foundation headquarters. Bellevue and the broader Puget Sound area also have meaningful nonprofit employer presence. Spokane has a secondary cluster of nonprofit healthcare and social services organizations, and several federally recognized tribal enterprises in eastern and western Washington have sponsored H-1B workers in specialized roles.
What types of nonprofit roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Washington?
H-1B sponsorship in the nonprofit sector is generally limited to specialty occupation roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. In Washington nonprofits, this commonly includes biomedical researchers, epidemiologists, data scientists, software engineers, public health analysts, and program directors with specialized credentials. Generalist roles in administration, community outreach, or fundraising typically do not meet the specialty occupation threshold and are unlikely to qualify for H-1B sponsorship.
How do I find nonprofit H-1B sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers looking for verified H-1B sponsorship roles, including positions in Washington's nonprofit sector. You can filter by state, visa type, and industry to surface nonprofit employers who have sponsored H-1B workers previously. Because nonprofit H-1B roles are less frequently advertised with explicit sponsorship language than tech roles, using a platform like Migrate Mate that aggregates sponsorship history data is particularly useful in this sector.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship at nonprofits?
Washington nonprofits that qualify as universities or related nonprofit research organizations may file H-1B petitions as cap-exempt employers, meaning their petitions are not subject to the annual 85,000 cap or lottery. This applies to institutions like the University of Washington and affiliated research entities. Nonprofits without cap-exempt status must go through the standard H-1B lottery, which runs once per year with a registration window in March. Confirming an organization's cap-exempt status before applying is an important step in evaluating your options.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B nonprofit jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.