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• Consent agreements

  Summaries of consent agreements resulting from lawsuits against Employment Security Duncan vs. Turner | Nava settlement | O'Brien, et al, vs. ESD | Othello Community Hospital | Pregnancy/disability    Duncan vs. Turner In 1987, the legislature passed a law giving claimants the option of filing for an alternate base year. Before this law was passed, if a claimant didn't have 680 hours worked in their base period (first four of...

• Services for laid off workers

  Services for laid off workers We know that being laid off is painful. It’s hard to pick up the pieces and look for a new job. You may not be ready today, but when you are, we’re here to help. At WorkSource, you can search for work, identify your skills, explore new jobs and connect with local businesses. We offer: Job listings, referrals and hiring events. Assistance with your résumé and job applications. Special programs and workshops. Internet access for job searches. Copiers, fax...

• Veteran services

  Veteran services You may qualify for special services if you served in the military Here in Washington state, WorkSource helps thousands of military veterans - including disabled veterans - find jobs each year. As a veteran, you can get priority access to WorkSource services. This includes priority referrals to jobs that are listed with WorkSource, as well as other employment services. WorkSource centers offer veterans and their spouses: Job listings, job referrals and hiring events....

• Paid Family & Medical Leave - Voluntary Plans

  Voluntary Plans Voluntary plans are employer-run paid family and/or medical leave insurance programs. Employers can choose to use a voluntary plan for family leave, medical leave or both. Beginning Jan. 1, 2020, all Washington employers must offer paid family and medical leave whether it's through a voluntary plan or the state plan. The voluntary plan guide is intended to give you the information you need to successfully apply for a voluntary plan. The guide includes the...

• Training benefits modification

  Modify your Training Benefits plan To request a modification, you can download a request form or go to your local WorkSource. When must you ask for a modification? We approved your training plan based on what you told us in the initial application. When you make changes to your training, you must request a modification. We will review your modification and decide if you continue to be eligible for training benefits. You must submit a modification request when you change: Your graduation or...

• Jobs & Training

  Jobs & training   Together with other partners in the statewide WorkSource system, we help workers find jobs and map out new careers by connecting to a variety of training programs. Studies have shown that people who use WorkSource job-search services find work faster and earn more money than those who don’t – so, give it a try!  On this page • WorkSource jobs and services• Special programs and services• Training programs• Unemployment benefits...

• PUA documents required

  PUA documents required This page applies to you ONLY if you're a Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) claimant and you received a notice from us saying you need to submit PUA required documents. See your letter or eServices notice for instructions. The Continued Assistance Act updated the rules about eligibility for PUA. The law requires that those receiving PUA starting Dec. 27, 2020, and after need to send documents to prove their work history. This...

• ESD Layoff Assistance - Employees

  Layoff assistance for employees The Employment Security Department (ESD) can help employees and employers facing major layoffs or temporary hard times.  (Go back to ESD layoff assistance homepage)   The information included here is intended to assist employees and job seekers.  Information for employers can be found on our Layoff assistance for employers page.  WorkSource - Although ESD is no longer the &quot...

• Acceptable training programs

  Acceptable Training Benefits training programs An acceptable training program is a course of education that: Takes place at a school or training facility and in a training program on the Eligible Training Provider List approved by the Workforce Training & Education Coordinating Board. Provides you with skills that will allow you to get a job in an occupation that is in high demand in your labor market, as determined by your local workforce development council. Is not primarily...

• Breakouts - Session 6 - 2019 Labor Market Symposium

   HOME  |  REGISTER  |  AGENDA  |  KEYNOTE SPEAKERS  |  BREAKOUT SPEAKERS  |  SPONSORSHOTEL  |  GETTING TO BELL HARBOR  |  ABOUT LMEA  |  CONTACT Breakout Speakers Breakout #6 - The Future of Work: Workforce trends and “future proofing” Washington’s workers and businesses (return to all breakout session speakers) MODERATOR: Lewis...