Employer Services and Tax Credits

Leverage tax credits, streamline I-9 compliance, and recruit qualified workers

With over 40 years of experience, Maximus provides comprehensive employer services, including the administration of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program and expert support for I-9 compliance. Our dedication to excellence has resulted in an impressive 97% client retention rate, reflecting our strong partnerships and commitment to our clients’ success.

Tangible benefits for employers

$2,400-$9,600

maximum tax credit for each individual hired from a specific targeted group

1,988,528

total Work Opportunity Tax Credits were issued in the United States in 2023

$5 Billion

in tax credits were available to employers in 2023 through the Work Opportunity Tax Credit

Tax Credits and Employer Services Practice

Maximus has an extensive history of working with employers and administering the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) that began in 1978. Our practice offers the following services:

Work Opportunity Tax Credit

Maximize tax credits through programs that support hiring from targeted populations, including veterans, individuals with disabilities and SNAP recipients.

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Location Benefits

Capitalize on statutory and negotiated tax incentives to encourage economic development in designated areas.

Explore the incentives

I-9 Services

Fully compliant with all U.S. Department of Homeland Security guidelines, the Maximus Electronic I-9 Management Software is the leader in I-9 processing and verification. Our I-9 Compliance Service delivers a comprehensive review of employer I-9 forms to assist in compliance with DHS and the US Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) E-Verify requirements.

Find our how we can help

Expand your network of eligible employees with MAXOutreach

Maximize your recruitment efforts and connect with tax credit-eligible candidates through our proprietary MAXOutreach program. We support your diversity initiatives with targeted outreach strategies, helping you build a diverse workforce while ensuring compliance with all regulations. Leverage our expertise to enhance your hiring and take full advantage of available tax credits.

Learn how MAXOutreach works

We increased Work Opportunity Tax Credits for a Fortune 500 specialty retail company by 100%

In just one year, we boosted tax credits fully 100% over the previous vendor’s performance, processing 165,000 hires quickly and professionally.

Take advantage of significant tax credits

Here’s another great incentive to hire from targeted populations such as the long-term unemployed or TANF recipients: you can take advantage of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit, plus other state and local incentives. Our solution helps you easily identify and process eligible new hires so you can maximize your tax credit.

6 million applicants

screened annually for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit program

Electronic I-9 management

Combining two decades of I-9 experience with the latest paperless technology, we are the industry leader in I-9 processing and verification. Our simple, effective services let you verify new hire information in minutes and sign forms electronically.

Learn more about I-9 management

How to ensure your existing I-9s are audit-ready

A guide to prioritizing I-9 compliance and understanding its importance.

See how we can help solve the problem

Streamline I-9 compliance by going electronic

Learn how to save your company time, money and risk with electronic I-9 management.

E-Verify

As a certified E-Verify Designated Agent, we have integrated our Electronic I-9 Management services with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify program, assisting employers with various federal and state regulations requiring E-Verify participation.

Learn more about E-Verify

MAXOutreach for Employers

Access your dashboard for job posts and compliance resources.

Learn more about TCES

Explore how our customized process meets your employment needs while maximizing your tax credit potential.

Download the TCES information sheet