Why is ny unemployment making me do FOUR job search interviews in just 90 days?

Yeahhh this is actually getting super common lately. I had to do 3 over 2 months which was annoying af. My friend had 5!!! I think they're just being extra strict these days and trying to catch people slipping up. Just keep all your job search records super organized and you'll be fine.

After weeks of getting nowhere with the phone lines, I used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) and it was a game changer. They got me connected to an actual agent who explained why I was getting flagged for multiple interviews - turns out there was a note on my account about my previous employer contesting my claim. Got it resolved in one call. Best money I've spent to get my benefits sorted quickly. Check out their process: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

I had this EXACT same issue last summer. It's a glitch in their system. Some accounts get flagged for "enhanced verification" and then you're stuck in this endless loop of interviews. The only way I got it resolved was by speaking to a supervisor.

The whole NY unemployment system is designed to be as difficult and frustrating as possible. They WANT you to give up claiming benefits. Multiple interviews is just one tactic they use. Keep pushing back and ask why you're being targeted for so many interviews when others aren't.

I'm dealing with this nonsense right now too! Just had my 3rd interview yesterday and the lady was super rude asking why I turned down a job that paid $5 less per hour than my previous position. Like hello??? Am I supposed to accept any job regardless of pay??

Here's what's actually happening with these multiple interviews (I used to work for NYSDOL): Their system now flags accounts based on various triggers that might indicate potential issues. Some triggers are: - If you worked in certain high-fraud industries (hospitality, gig work) - If you had breaks in your work history before COVID - If your previous employer submitted any type of response to your claim - If your weekly certifications show any pattern they deem "suspicious" - If your IP address changes frequently when you certify The best solution is getting on the phone with someone who can see the specific flag on your account and address it directly. Unfortunately, the phone system is absolutely overwhelmed. I'd recommend using Claimyr.com to get through - it's what many of my former colleagues suggest to people who are stuck in these loops. Once you speak to someone, specifically ask WHY you're being selected for multiple interviews and request that a note be added to your file indicating you've been compliant and shouldn't require additional interviews.

looool welcome to the club. i had SIX interviews last year. SIX!!!! eventually i just stopped claiming rather than deal with the harassment. the system works exactly as intended - they frustrate you until you give up.

Ask them point blank if you're being investigated for fraud. If they say no, ask why you're being targeted for multiple interviews and request documentation justifying why you specifically are being selected repeatedly when the standard is 1-2 interviews max.

I know this is frustrating but try to stay calm during these interviews. They're sometimes looking for people to get angry so they can document "uncooperative behavior" which can lead to benefit delays. Just keep answering their questions politely even though its annoying af.

This happened to me too! Turns out my account got flagged because I'd certified from two different devices (my phone when I was out of town for a family emergency, then my laptop when I got back). The system thought it was suspicious activity. Such BS.

NYSDOL has been outsourcing some of their interview processes to third-party contractors who get paid per interview. Sounds like you might be caught in that money-making scheme. Demand to speak with an actual DOL employee not a contractor.

I recorded all my interviews (legal in NY as long as you inform them) and it made a HUGE difference in how I was treated. First 2 interviews the staff were total jerks. After I started saying "just so you know I'm recording this call for my records" they became super helpful lol

honestly, NY unemployment is such a nightmare lately. I finally got thru to someone after trying for weeks using claimyr.com... talking to an actual human solved everything in like 5 minutes. The system is designed to be impossible to navigate without help.

Submit a complaint to your state representative/senator. Seriously. I was stuck in an interview loop (had 5 over 4 months) and nothing fixed it until I complained to my state senator's office. They have special contacts at NYSDOL and got it resolved in 3 days.

My theory is they're hoping youll miss one of these interviews so they can cut you off. Be super careful to attend all of them even tho its annoying AF