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• Reporting zero hours

  Reporting zero hours When should you report zero hours for an employee who has received wages? The following are the most common reasons for reporting wages and zero hours: Back payReport any payments you made to an employee to adjust the wages that you reported in a previous quarter.  Bonus Report any bonuses you paid an employee for hours worked in a previous quarter.  Cafeteria plan / 401K plan Report the amount you paid to cover the cost of a benefit plan that ensures continued...

• Labor market county profiles

  Labor market county profiles County profiles highlight aspects of the economic health of each of Washington’s counties. The facts and figures are useful for grant applications, strategic planning, economic development and other research projects.  What is the data source for the county profiles? We compose each county profile using data we collect and data from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, federal Bureau of Economic Analysis, the U.S. Census Bureau, Washington State...

• YesVets general FAQ

     General program FAQ  What is YesVets? A Veteran Hiring Campaign created by HB 2040 during the 2015 Legislative Session. Washington State employers are recognized with a YesVets decal once they sign up and hire a veteran. Continued participation is recognized with annual year decals which are displayed next to the YesVets decal. How can employers participate? Sign up using the YesVets application form;   Or contact your nearest Local Veterans Employment...

• Business employment dynamics

  Business employment dynamics The business employment dynamics (BED) report covers job gains and losses at private sector firms and identifies whether the change is due to businesses opening or closing, or due to increases and decreases in employment at existing firms. What is the data source for the BED report? The Bureau of Labor Statistics generates business employment dynamics data from the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) program. QCEW data are drawn from reports of employment...

• Monthly employment report

  Monthly employment report The monthly employment report is a comprehensive report on Washington’s job market. We report the unemployment rate statewide and for the nation, the number of people in Washington’s workforce and the number of jobs by industry. Open the March 2024 monthly employment report (State and Seattle Metropolitan Division only). Report charts and tables are also available. For county-level data, see the map below for county unemployment rates.&#160...

• Frequently asked questions (FAQ) on UI benefits

  Frequently asked questions (FAQ) on UI benefits   Many of your questions can be answered by referring to the Handbook for Unemployed Workers.   General Q. What are unemployment-insurance benefits?A. Unemployment benefits partially replace your regular earnings and help you meet expenses while you look for another job. They are not based on financial need. While receiving benefits, it’s your responsibility to get back to work as quickly...

• LEP audio index

  Limited English Proficient (LEP) audio links In addition to English, our claims centers provide assistance in fourteen languages.  If you need assistance in a non-English language, we'll arrange translation services for you at no charge. Call 800-318-6022. All language files on this page are MP3 files. You may need to download a Window Media Player (all versions of Windows and MAC OS). Audio assistance for filing an unemployment-insurance claim in English and 14 other languages...

• Public health emergencies

  Public health emergencies Description The Employment Security Department is engaging in rulemaking regarding the declaration and ending of public health emergencies during a benefit week. The rules will clarify when claims are subject to a public health emergency in weeks where the public health emergency was declared or lifted during a benefit week. Documents CR 101 | Pre CR-102 draft rule | CR 102 | Proposed Rules | Preliminary Cost Benefit Analysis...

• How to submit a weekly claim

  How and when to submit a weekly claim  After you apply for unemployment benefits, you must submit a weekly claim the next week in order to begin receiving benefits. Then, you must submit a claim each week until you want your benefits to stop. How to submit Go to the "Weekly claim questions" page for tips on filing your weekly claim. Submit your weekly claim online for the fastest results. After logging in, you will see a...

• You were injured

  Unemployment benefits for injured workers You are not eligible for unemployment benefits during any period that you are not able and available for work.  If you were injured on the job If you're unable to work because of a workplace injury, contact the Department of Labor & Industries about workers' compensation benefits. When you're able to work again, if you can't return to your previous employer, you may be eligible for unemployment benefits using a temporary...