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8/14/2013Read More...
July unemployment rate inclines slightly, while jobs continue to climb
OLYMPIA – Washington’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was an estimated 6.9 percent in July, a slight increase over the 6.8 percent rates of May and June, according to the latest report from the Employment Security Department.
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8/5/2013Read More...
Employers eligible for special incentives to avoid layoffs
OLYMPIA – Washington employers are now eligible for a special incentive to participate in a layoff-avoidance program run by the Employment Security Department.
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7/31/2013Read More...
Washington to lose 9 weeks of long-term unemployment benefits
OLYMPIA – Washington’s improving economy will force the state to give up nine weeks of long-term unemployment benefits, according to officials with the Employment Security Department.
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7/17/2013Read More...
June unemployment rate unchanged, while jobs surge
OLYMPIA – Washington’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained unchanged from May to June, at 6.8 percent, while the economy gained an estimated 9,800 jobs.
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7/11/2013Read More...
New members sought for committee that tackles issues affecting people with disabilities
OLYMPIA – Washington residents with disabilities, as well as their family members and advocates, are invited to apply to serve on the Governor’s Committee on Disability Issues and Employment.
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6/19/2013Read More...
May unemployment rate drops to 6.8 percent
OLYMPIA – Washington’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to an estimated 6.8 percent in May, the first time under 7 percent since November 2008, when the rate was 6.5 percent.
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6/12/2013Read More...
Washington's average wage tops $50,000 in 2012
OLYMPIA – Washington’s average annual wage grew by 3.4 percent in 2012, to $51,595, surpassing $50,000 for the first time, according to the state Employment Security Department.
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5/29/2013Read More...
Employment services calendar available online
OLYMPIA – The statewide WorkSource system has launched a new online calendar that makes it easier for job seekers to learn about job fairs or to register for job-search workshops anywhere in Washington.