The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a tax incentive that rewards employers who hire military veterans, the disabled, offenders, food-stamp and TANF recipients, as well as individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income. The goal is to help these individuals become economically self-sufficient and to reward employers who give them a chance.
Employers can reduce their federal business taxes by anywhere from $2,400 to $9,600 per eligible employee. The amount employers get is based on:
- The employee's target group
- Wages earned and hours worked by the employee
Employers cannot claim the WOTC for:
- Relatives
- Former employees
- Undocumented aliens
For more information on WOTC, such as fact sheets, visit esd.wa.gov.
Agency Contacts
For more information: email ESDGPWOTC@esd.wa.gov or call 800-669-9271
Contracts/grants: ESDGPGrantsOffice@esd.wa.gov
Policy Questions - SystemPolicy@esd.wa.gov