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• Bulk filing in EAMS

  Bulk filing in EAMS Bulk filing (formerly referred to as ICESA Washington Reporting) is for employers or their agents who prepare quarterly reports for a large number of clients and submit them in a single file. Bulk filing is recommended for employers who report more than 5,000 wage records. Benefits of bulk filing with EAMS Bulk file upload (ICESA): Upload a test or production file and receive instant validation results and confirmation. Amend quarterly reports: Amend a previously...

• 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...

• Temporary changes to public-records processes due to the COVID-19 crisis

  Temporary changes to public-records processes due to COVID-19   Our slight modifications to public-records processes, due to the governor’s Proclamation 20-28, are as follows. The Employment Security Department (ESD) will continue to process public records requests and make best efforts to reply within the five-day statutory period. However, we may not be able to provide requestors an initial response within five business days and the response time period is...

• Media contacts

  Media contacts Unemployed workers: If you have a question about your unemployment benefits or if you would like to file a claim using our automated claims support line, call 800-318-6022 or go to eServices online. Media relations staff do not have access to your records and cannot answer questions about your claim. Emails regarding claims will not be answered.  Media relations contacts: media@esd.wa.gov  Regional economists  (back to contacts home)  &#160...

• WOTC application deadlines

  Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) application deadlines In Washington state, employers must receive certification from the Employment Security Department in order to deduct the credit on their annual tax returns. To be considered eligible for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit, employers and authorized representatives must submit applications within 28 days of the day the job applicant starts work. If the 28-day deadline is approaching and you: Don’t have the required documentation, you may...

• Reasonable accommodation

  Reasonable accommodation information for unemployment We believe in Equal Opportunity. Employment Security is committed to providing equal access to benefits and services. If you are an individual with a disability, or are in unusual circumstances that make filing by telephone or internet difficult, and need an accommodation in order to apply for Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits or to access UI services, please email ESDGPUIAccomms@esd.wa.gov or call toll free 844-395-6698 (WA...

• Employer taxes forms and publications

  Unemployment taxes forms and publications   Unemployment tax, payment and refund forms Amended tax and wage report (PDF, 138K)  Payment coupon (PDF, 30KB) Refund request form (Claim for refund) EMS 5227 (PDF, 26KB) Request TAX method payment (PDF, 137 KB) Request a tax penalty waiver form (online form) Voluntary election (PDF, 37 KB) Work Opportunity Tax Credit prescreen form 8850 (PDF, 248KB) Work Opportunity...

• Restart your claim

  Restart your claim If you’ve missed filing benefits for: Five or more weeks, you can restart your claim for the current week and optionally request to backdate the reopening in eServices or with a Claims Center agent. Fewer than five weeks, you don’t need to restart your claim. Continue submitting weekly claims from the last week you missed. If you worked during any of those weeks, you must include the hours you worked and your earnings., A portion of your benefits will be deducted...

• Shared Work Program application

  Apply for the SharedWork Program   The SharedWork application is easy and takes only about 10 minutes to complete, depending on the number of employees you want on your plan. Apply online, by electronic upload or fax. Before you apply You will need this information to complete the application: ESD number Business name, including the “doing business as” name, if applicable Mailing address, including county and any other operating locations The name and contact...

• Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

  ALERT Employer representatives: You need to submit new 9198 forms to be able to enter applications for the firms you represent The U.S. Department of Labor has discontinued Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative (IRS Form 2848). They replaced it with the new Work Opportunity Tax Credit  ETA Form 9198 Employer Representative Declaration.  Form 9198 is not for businesses who file WOTC applications on their own behalf. It applies only to firms that file applications on...

  Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)   The WOTC is a tax incentive for employers to hire certain hard-to-place job seekers. 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...