Question 1

Does Washington State Patrol sponsor H-1B visas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Washington State Patrol has filed 3 H-1B Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) with the Department of Labor, covering 3 total positions. The median salary for Washington State Patrol's sponsored positions is $84,192.

Question 2

What H-1B salary does Washington State Patrol pay?

Accepted Answer

Washington State Patrol pays a median H-1B salary of $84,192 for sponsored positions. Employers are required to pay H-1B workers at least the prevailing wage set by the DOL for the occupation and area. The wage level distribution on this page shows how Washington State Patrol's positions break down across entry-level (Level I) through expert (Level IV) roles.

Question 3

Does Washington State Patrol also sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Washington State Patrol has filed 1 PERM labor certification applications for employer-sponsored green cards, with a 100% approval rate. See the Green Cards tab for full PERM filing details.

Question 4

What do the H-1B wage levels mean?

Accepted Answer

The DOL assigns prevailing wages at four levels based on the complexity of the job and experience required. Level I (Entry) is set at the 17th percentile of wages for the occupation and area. Level II (Qualified) is at the 34th percentile. Level III (Experienced) is at the 50th percentile (median). Level IV (Expert) is at the 67th percentile. Higher wage levels indicate more senior positions and are viewed more favorably in H-1B petition adjudication.

Question 5

Is Washington State Patrol an H-1B dependent employer?

Accepted Answer

No, Washington State Patrol is not classified as an H-1B dependent employer. An employer is considered H-1B dependent when 15% or more of its workforce holds H-1B visas.

Year	Filings	Certified
2026	1	1
2024	1	1
2021	1	1

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Status
Forensic Scientist I-200-26160-998598	$95,000	Seattle, WA	Jun 9, 2026	Certified
Forensic Scientist 3 I-200-24047-727165	$84,192	Seattle, WA	Feb 16, 2024	Certified
Forensic Scientist 3 I-200-21182-440040	$58,260	Seattle, WA	Jul 1, 2021	Certified

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