Employer Resource Center

United States Department of Labor
The US Department of Labor (DOL) provides detailed information on government regulation of employment issues such as hiring, wages, benefits and work conditions.

United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the federal agency that enforces laws against illegal discrimination in employment.

Immigration and Nationality Act
The Department of Labor provides regulations on hiring temporary and permanent foreign workers.

Family and Medical Leave Act
FMLA sets forth requirements and guidelines for granting unpaid leave to employees for child birth and newborn care, adoption, care of family members with a serious illness and medical leave for employees.

Washington State Department of Labor and Industry
L&I helps employers meet safety and health standards, and acts as administrator of Washington State’s workers’ compensation system.

For Employers
This organization provides detailed information on topics related to hiring individuals with disabilities.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA is a government agency that works with employers to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths.

Fair Labor Standards Act Compliance Assistance
The FLSA establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards for private, state and federal employers.

Overtime Calculator Advisor
Department of Labor tool for calculating overtime pay.

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services
USCIS provides employer support for immigration-related matters including hiring and training regulations.