Seattle Office of Labor Standards

As a leader in wage, labor, and workforce practices that enhance equity, address wage gaps and create a fair and healthy economy for workers, businesses, and residents, the City of Seattle created a new Office of Labor Standards (OLS). OLS is mandated to implement the City's labor standards for Minimum Wage, Paid Sick and Safe Time, Wage Theft, Fair Chance Employment (limiting the use of conviction and arrest records in employment decisions), Secure Scheduling, Hotel Employees Protections Ordinances, Domestic Workers Ordinance, Commuter Benefits Ordinance, Transportation Network Company Legislation and other laws that the City may enact in the future.For questions or concerns please contact the Office of Labor Standards at 206-256-5297 or email laborstandards@seattle.gov