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Save the start and end dates for your jobs for an easier time applying for unemployment benefits

Posted on Oct. 07, 2026
When you start a new job, save a record of that date. When you leave a job, save that one, too.
  • Benefit programs

New how-to videos to aid Training Benefits applicants

Posted on Sep. 28, 2026
Unemployment claimants who apply for our Training Benefits program now can view 5 how-to videos in English and Spanish.
  • Benefit programs
  • ESD

Why you should add the Unemployment Claims Center phone number to your contacts

Posted on Sep. 23, 2026
Sometimes we need to get in touch, but how do you know a call is coming from us? Just add our number to your phone’s contacts.
  • Benefit programs

Check out the unemployed worker’s handbook to learn about claimant rights and responsibilities when applying for benefits.

Posted on Sep. 02, 2026
We understand that some customers prefer to review our handbook to learn about claimant rights and responsibilities and basic information about applying for benefits. The handbook uses plain language to summarize detailed information from the unemployment benefits section of our website. 
  • Benefit programs

Impacted by Spokane area wildfires? Employment Security may be able to help

Posted on Aug. 18, 2026
When disasters happen, Employment Security provides resources and options for employers and workers.
  • Benefit programs
  • Employers

What counts as suitable work?

Posted on Aug. 05, 2026
If you claim unemployment benefits, you have seen the term “suitable work” a lot. But what is suitable work? And what work is not suitable?
  • Benefit programs
  • Job seekers

Part-time workers may qualify for partial unemployment benefits

Posted on Jul. 16, 2026
Did you know you can work part time and still get partial unemployment benefits?
  • Benefit programs
  • Job seekers

SharedWork celebrates 43 years of shared success helping business and workers in tough times

Posted on May. 22, 2026
SharedWork can help employers prevent layoffs and retain employees as businesses across Washington face an uncertain economic reality.
  • Benefit programs

June 10 deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance

Posted on May. 21, 2026
Disaster assistance is now available to eligible workers and employers affected by floods and storms from Dec. 5 -19, 2025.
  • Benefit programs

Gov. Ferguson signs updated mass layoff notice requirements into law

Posted on Mar. 18, 2026
A new law protects the privacy of Washington workers and gives Tribes exemptions to the state’s mass layoff notice requirements.
  • Benefit programs
  • Employers