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• Taxable wage base

  Taxable wage base The taxable wage base is the maximum amount on which you must pay taxes for each employee. The rate is calculated each year based on average wages in Washington. 2024 - $68,500 2023 - $67,600 2022 - $62,500 2021 - $56,500 2020 - $52,700 2019 - $49,800 2018 - $47,300 2017 - $45,000 2016 - $44,000 2015 - $42,100 2014 - $41,300 2013 - $39,800 2012 - $38,200 2011 - $37,300 2010 - $36,800 2009 - $35,700 2008 - $34,000 2007 - $31,400 2006 - $30,900...

• Update your information

  Update your address, phone number, email address or name It is important to keep your mailing address current in our files, even if you have stopped claiming benefits. We mail your IRS tax information, benefit eligibility information and other notices to the address we have on file. How do I change my address or phone number? You can change your contact information online or by calling the claims center at 800-318-6022 and using the automated system (12:00 a.m. Sunday – 4:00 p.m....

• 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...

• Contact information for employers

  Contact information for employers    General tax information and forms 855-829-9243 Persons with hearing or speaking impairments can call Washington Relay Service 711 Mailing addresses  Paid Family & Medical Leave Website: PaidLeave.wa.gov Email: paidleave@esd.wa.gov   Bankruptcy notices P.O. Box 9046Olympia, WA 98507(U.S. Postal Service only. No UPS or FedEx) Email: esdgpbankruptcyunit@esd.wa.gov  Find tax-related contact information and...

• Supply/demand report

  Supply/demand report The labor market supply/demand report (Excel file) provides a gap analysis for detailed occupations along with comparisons of online job postings and Employment Security Department data on unemployment insurance (UI) claimants. The annual version takes into account the number of graduates from colleges and universities entering the workforce as well as the number of UI claimants. Supply-demand report update: In February 2020, Help Wanted OnLine®, the company...

• Projections

  Projections Employment projections provide job seekers, policy makers and training providers an idea of how many jobs exist within industries and occupations, how the number of jobs are expected to change over time and what the future demand for workers will be. Our projections show expected change in employment by industry and occupation, the current and projected employment counts, estimated growth rates and average annual openings. We develop short-, medium- and long-term projections. Short...

• WOTC application instructions

  How to apply for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) To apply online, you need a SecureAccess Washington (SAW) account and a WOTC account. See instructions below. In Washington state, the Employment Security Department is responsible for processing WOTC applications. We determine the eligibility of every hired individual and complete all certifications within federal guidelines. Application deadlinesApplications must be submitted through our online filing system within 28 days of the...

• Hotel - 2020 Eastern Washington Labor Market Symposium

   HOME  |  REGISTRATION  |  AGENDA  |  KEYNOTE SPEAKERS  |  BREAKOUT SPEAKERS  |  PRESENTATIONS  |  PRE-SYMPOSIUM TOURSSPONSORS  |  HOTEL RESERVATIONS  |  GETTING TO RED LION CONFERENCE CENTER  |  ABOUT LMEA  |  CONTACT Hotel information    We have reserved a block of rooms at the  Red...

• Unemployment benefits fraud

  Unemployment benefits fraud Fake websites targeting SecureAccess Washington (SAW) users Nov. 16, 2023 Customers who used a search engine to access SecureAccess Washington (SAW) may have fallen victim to a phishing scam. The scam uses sponsored ads that link to different spoofed, or fake, SAW websites that can compromise their personal information. Here’s an example of what the fake websites could look like. For updated information about this issue, read our alert....

• Register - 2019 Labor Market Symposium

   HOME  |  REGISTER  |  AGENDA  |  KEYNOTE SPEAKERS  |  BREAKOUT SPEAKERS  |  SPONSORSHOTEL  |  GETTING TO BELL HARBOR  |  ABOUT LMEA  |  CONTACT Register for the 2019 Economic Symposium    Space is limited so register now! Registration rates:Government, Education, Non-Profit attendees: $40Corporate-Private sector attendees...