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• 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...

• SEAP approved providers

  Self-Employment Assistance Program (SEAP) approved providers This directory contains all of the training providers whose programs are currently approved for use by SEAP participants. You can find programs that are offered statewide (usually through online training), as well as providers who offer training in your county or neighboring counties. Some providers may have income eligibility requirements or other requirements you must meet to participate in their training programs. Once you...

• Pro-equity anti-racism (PEAR) at ESD

  Pro-equity anti-racism (PEAR) at ESD   The Pro-Equity Anti-Racism (PEAR) effort is a statewide initiative to manifest a pro-equity anti-racism ecosystem in Washington state. As directed through an executive order, and under the direction of the Washington State Office of Equity, all state agencies will develop PEAR action plans to help achieve the PEAR vision that: “Everyone in Washington has full access to the opportunities, power and resources they need to...

• Introduction to Unemployment Insurance - Public Webinar

  Unemployment insurance webinars We offer recorded webinars that provide you an opportunity to learn how to manage your claim in eServices and hear subject matter experts answer frequently asked questions about unemployment benefits.  We use Webex to conduct our webinars. For technical help, contact Webex Support.  Webinar videos and presentations Our webinars can help you avoid mistakes while applying for...

• Agricultural and Seasonal Workforce Services Advisory Committee

  Agricultural and Seasonal Workforce Services Advisory Committee On May 21, 2019, the Governor signed Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5438 (C 441, L 2020) establishing the Office of Agricultural and Seasonal Workforce Services and associated Advisory Committee.  The bill clarifies the state’s role in the H-2A temporary agricultural program to provide adequate protections for foreign and domestic workers and provide education and outreach opportunities to help...

• About Employment Security

  About Employment Security VisionEveryone in Washington has full access to the opportunities, power and resources they need to flourish and achieve their full potential. MissionWe contribute to healthy communities by providing people equitable access to resources that improve economic security. Core values Access Love Belonging Equity Stewardship Download definitions of core values Related informationJobs with Employment Security  |  ESD Leadership  |  2024...

• Worker training/education FAQ

  Worker training/education FAQ Q. What is Employment Security’s role in the workforce training system?A. Employment Security works with the state’s 12 workforce development councils and other partners to administer the WorkSource employment system. WorkSource centers offer a variety of job-finding resources, including workshops on résumés, interviewing, and how to get and keep a job.  The department also administers federal Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA...

• ESD community partners

  Helping others in your community Do you work with Washingtonians who need support accessing ESD's benefits and services? This page includes resources designed to help nonprofits and community partners who are helping people with limited English proficiency, disabilities, limited internet or other access needs.   On this pageCore services and benefits at ESD   |  Free educational webinars  |  Community...

• GCDE Meeting Information

  Governor's Committee on Disability Issues & Employment meeting information   Accessible Communities subcommittee  2024 Minutes for Jan. 17 Minutes for Feb. 21 Minutes for Apr. 3 Minutes for May 1 Minutes for June 5 Agenda for July 3 Contact: Elaine Stefanowicz   Past AC meeting materials...