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• Finding business-friendly programs is as easy as ESD

  Finding business-friendly programs is as easy as ESD  by Chad Pearson, Shared Work marketing manager for the Employment Security Department (6/1/15) The Employment Security Department (ESD) isn’t just “the unemployment office” anymore. A full suite of business programs is available to help employers be successful.          Find your next employee of the month through our partnership with WorkSource.       &#160...

• ALERT - Fraudulent emails trick recipients into opening malicious links

  ALERT: Fraudulent emails trick recipients into opening malicious links Updated Friday, May 27, 2016 Recently, an employer contacted Employment Security Department (ESD) regarding a message he received that appeared to come from ESD, but was in fact a phishing scam. The recipient clicked on a link in the email and it compromised the security of his computer. Phishing is a fraudulent process used by spammers to acquire sensitive information from users such as usernames, passwords, and...

• Economic symposium

  Economic symposiums   Economic Symposium 2021 - A Post-Pandemic Roadmap to Recovery   Register now Join experts and colleagues from across the state on June 15/16 at ESD’s Economic Symposium to find out the latest on the post-pandemic economic recovery topics that everyone is talking about! Even if you're busy on those days, register for this all-virtual event and you’ll be able to access all content until Dec. 31, 2021. Check out the Economic Symposium website to...

• Importing wage files in EAMS

  Importing wage files in EAMS   The information on this page: Applies if you are reporting wages for only one employer at a time. If you want to submit wages for multiple employers at one time, follow the bulk-filing specifications. Does not apply to Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) wage reporting. Find details about PFML employer requirements and processes on the Paid Leave website. Data file formats we accept EAMS accepts wage data...

• 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...

• Governor's Committee on Disability Issues & Employment (GCDE)

  Governor's Committee on Disability Issues & Employment (GCDE)   WHAT WE DO   We promote equality, opportunity, independence and full participation in life for people with disabilities. Our members represent a wide range of constituent groups, geographical perspectives, ethnic origins and cultural heritage. Together, we: Advise Governor Inslee, the legislature and state agencies on policies that affect people with disabilities. Monitor legislation to assure equal opportunity...

• Employer Newsletter

  Employer Newsletter A monthly newsletter focusing on WA Cares Fund, Paid Family & Medical Leave, and Unemployment Insurance. Sign up. 2024 May | Issue 49 April | Issue 48 March | Issue 47 February | Issue 46 January | Issue 45   2023 December 2023 | Issue 44 November 2023 | Issue 43 Special YesVets edition - October 2023 | Issue 42 October 2023 | Issue 41 Special WA Cares edition - September 2023 | Issue 40 September 2023 | Issue 39...

• Two-step verification

  Two-step verification adds security to online applications!    (for employers) Employment Security has added a two-step verification system to its online accounts, which will help protect your information. Note: two-step verification is also referred to as multi-factor authentication or MFA.    Why change?  The new two-step verification system strengthens security and offers more protection of your secure, personal information.&#160...

• Dislocated workers/major layoffs FAQ

  Dislocated workers/major layoffs FAQ Q. What’s a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification notice? Can I be informed about these notices?A. The federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers to provide workers 60 days’ advance notice of a plant closing or mass layoff. In general, employers are covered by the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act if they have 100 or more employees and are laying off at least one-third of...

• Employment Security privacy statement

  Employment Security privacy statement   This privacy statement explains how the Employment Security Department (ESD) handles information we receive from any business or person visiting the ESD website at esd.wa.gov. Your privacy is important to us. ESD is required to protect your privacy under Executive Order 00-03 concerning public records privacy protections and through state and federal law. Personal information includes such things as your name, address...