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• Appeal an Unemployment tax decision

  Appeal an unemployment tax decision If you disagree with a decision we made regarding your account, such as your tax rate or a penalty we have charged you, or our decision to allow an employee unemployment-insurance benefits, you have the right to file an appeal. Before you file your appeal, you must have an appealable document from us. For example, if you want to appeal the amount of taxes or penalties, you will need a Notice of Assessment. If you disagree with a benefits decision, the written...

• Determining your tax rates

  Determining your tax rates   Washington's Unemployment Insurance program is an experience-based system. In general, your tax rate depends on how much your former workers collect in unemployment benefits and the size of your payroll. There are two major components of state unemployment taxes, an experience-rating tax based on an average of the employer's layoff history over the past four fiscal years and a shared-cost (social) tax based on costs from...

• Job search requirements

  Job search requirements On this page • Download the job search log   • Job search activities list   • Frequently asked questions • Get help finding a job Job search activities list Make job search activities work for you The chart below includes the current list of approved job search activities. You must complete three each week. We've recently expanded this list to make your job search more...

• Training Benefits program

  Training Benefits program Training Benefits information: The Training Benefits program offers additional weeks of unemployment benefits so eligible claimants can train for careers in high-demand fields. The number of weeks you can get Training Benefits varies according to your claim, but is usually 26. You’ll need a plan for how to pay for school and living expenses after it runs out. If approved for training benefits, you do not have to look for work as...

• Equal opportunity notice

  Equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in programs and services    Our vision: Everyone in Washington has full access to the opportunities, power and resources they need to flourish and achieve their full potential. ESD's core values: Employment Security is committed to providing equal access to benefits and services. Our commitment to equitable access goes beyond legal compliance and is reflected in our values of acting with compassion and kindness...

• Speaker Presentations - 2019 Labor Market Symposium

   HOME  |  AGENDA  |  KEYNOTE SPEAKERS  |  BREAKOUT SPEAKERS  |  PRESENTATIONS  |  SPONSORSHOTEL  |  GETTING TO BELL HARBOR  |  ABOUT LMEA  |  CONTACT Presentations    Morning Keynotes Welcome and Opening (Video  |  Full PowerPoint  |  PDF)Suzi LeVine, Commissioner, Washington State Employment Security...

• Bids and contracts

  Bids and contracts Doing business with the Employment Security Department Employment Security (ESD) uses state contracts organized through the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for most of our purchases and encourages vendors to contact DES to find out how to become a provider on state contracts. ESD posts procurement opportunities where there is not a state contract on Washington's Electronic Business Solution (WEBS).  Once...

• 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...

• SharedWork claimant FAQ

  SharedWork employee/participant questions I have tried to apply for unemployment benefits online, but am having trouble. Can someone help me? Yes. Call our customer service for technical assistance, 800-752-2500, option 1. Or go to your employer representative at your place of business to complete and submit a SharedWork Employee Application.   I forgot my PIN number. Can you help me?Of course! Call SharedWork 800-752-2500, option 1 to get immediate help. How do I qualify for...

• Tax info for fraud victims

  Tax info for fraud victims   ESD Resources: Your 1099-G formUnemployment benefits fraudSecure fraud reporting formeServicesTechnical supportCopy of ESD's insert     IRS Resources & Contact: IRS Guidance on Unemployment Identity Theft Taxpayer Guide to Identity Theft Tax Information for Individuals Call 800-829-1040  Contact ESD Call 866-697-4831. This is also the number for our collections unit.Select option...