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All Washington state agencies will be closed for Christmas on Wednesday, Dec. 25, and for New Year's Day on Wednesday, Jan. 1. Weekly unemployment benefit payments may be delayed slightly due to holiday closures that affect banks and credit unions.
Learn about the programs we manage. Also meet our leaders, see our organizational structure and dig into our history.
Our mission is to enhance economic security through equitable resource access, with a vision for all to thrive with full opportunity.
Learn how ESD has evolved from offering cash benefits to providing modern unemployment insurance, Paid Leave, and workforce support.
Learn about the people who lead the Employment Security Department.
Committees are made up of dedicated community members. Each helps us with policies and initiatives so we can serve our customers better.
Read legislative reports and find overviews for the programs we manage.
Learn about where our budget comes from and how we use it.
