Washington State ESD

Thank you to the 8,340 special education teachers supporting students in Washington state! This includes education teachers in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, middle and secondary schools, and more! For occupation information, visit: esd.wa.gov/jobs-and-train…

On National French Toast Day, visit one of the 6,465 full-service restaurants across Washington & order a plate of French toast! Don’t forget to thank & tip for great service from the nearly 105,400 employees working at these restaurants! More info: loom.ly/cymwDiE

🍂All Washington state agencies will be closed for the Native American Heritage Day holiday on Friday, Nov. 28. Weekly benefit claim payments may be delayed slightly due to holiday closures that affect banks, credit unions and the U.S. Postal Service.

🍂All Washington state agencies will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, Nov. 27. Weekly unemployment benefit payments may be delayed slightly due to holiday closures that affect banks, credit unions and the U.S. Postal Service.

🍰Chocolate, vanilla, carrot, or red velvet? What is your favorite kind of cake? Washington state has 5,640 bakers ready to respond to National Cake Day and serve you your favorite to celebrate! For more employment data, visit: esd.wa.gov/jobs-and-train…

SharedWork is an option for Washington employers facing economic setback. The program can help prevent layoffs with the flexibility to retain employees at reduced hours. Register for a free monthly webinar about the program: esd.wa.gov/get-financial-…

➡️It’s time for our final Fraud Fact Challenge! Let’s go with Red Alert for $600. #FraudWeek #FraudAwareness #FraudPrevention #NASWA

📢Washington employers! There are important Paid Leave program updates that take effect Jan. 1, 2026. Read more: 👉paidleave.wa.gov/updates/ #PaidLeaveWA

It’s time for a Fraud Awareness Week Fact Challenge! Today, we’ll select Fraud Defense for $1,000. #FraudWeek #FraudAwareness #FraudPrevention #NASWA

Many people fall victim to fraudulent Unemployment Insurance phishing (email) and smishing (text) scams each year. Stay aware and ALWAYS think before you click. Be your own investigator! #FraudAwareness #FraudWeek #FraudPrevention #NASWA

UPDATED: Blog: Employment Security Department’s fraud management team works every day to ensure these vital resources remain available for those who need them. Learn more: esd.wa.gov/about-us/blog/… #FraudWeek #FraudAwarenessWeek #FraudPrevention

Blog: Employment Security Department’s fraud management team works every day to ensure these vital resources remain available for those who need them. Learn more: #FraudWeek #FraudAwarenessWeek #FraudPrevention

Washington Employers! Each December, we send you an annual unemployment tax rate notice. Be sure to update your unemployment tax filing software or share the info with your CPA so your business uses the correct rate for 2026 quarterly reports. Learn more: esd.wa.gov/employer-requi…

🔒It’s time for a Fraud Fact Challenge! Let's go with When AI Meets Fraud for $200. #FraudWeek #FraudAwarenessWeek #FraudPrevention #NASWA

ESD staff attend the Washington Workforce Association Fall Conference earlier this month. Staff connected with local leaders, industry experts, workforce professionals, economic developers, elected officials and more. @WAWorkforce #ESDConnects #WorkforceDevelopment

📢International Fraud Awareness Week is underway! Employment Security is proud to support the global effort to minimize the impact of fraud. 🔒 Be sure to follow us for fraud information along with a fun, interactive Fraud Fact Challenge game. #FraudWeek #FraudPrevention #NASWA

"My favorite aspect of this job is I love solving problems - puzzles, escape rooms, or figuring out what is going on in the local economy. My role is to take questions and problems and present it all in easy-to-understand ways." Learn more at: esd.wa.gov/jobs-and-train…

📝Losing your job can be stressful, and you may wonder if you can receive unemployment benefits. Your eligibility depends on the reason you are not working. See if you qualify, how to apply & what steps to take next: ➡️esd.wa.gov/about-us/blog/… #UnemploymentBenefits #HelpForWorkers

News release: WorkSource Thurston County is closing its Tumwater location today. Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 18, customers can receive in-person services at several Timberland Regional Library locations. More information: esd.wa.gov/about-us/news-…

🏆Four WorkSource offices have won Jobs for Veterans State Grants Incentive Awards for their dedication serving Washington's veterans and military families. Congrats! WorkSource Lewis County WorkSource Walla Walla WorkSource Union Gap WorkSource Spokane and WorkSource Rainier