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Great news! Glad you got it sorted out. Make sure you get confirmation that the corrected request was submitted, and keep monitoring your account for the standby approval to show up.
To properly close your unemployment claim with ESD, you need to do one of three things: 1. Call the claims center at 800-318-6022 and inform them you've returned to work 2. Report your employment on your last weekly claim (if you filed one) 3. Log into eServices and look for "Report Return to Work" under the unemployment menu Also, be sure to include the exact date you returned to work. This ensures your claim is properly closed and prevents any future issues with overpayments or WorkSource requirements.
wait I'm confused...doesn't ESD have some special training benefits program? my cousin was getting unemployment while he was in a vocational program last year. something about retraining for in-demand jobs?
You're thinking of the Training Benefits Program, but that's different from what the original poster is asking about. The Training Benefits Program is typically for people who are already qualified for regular unemployment (laid off, etc.) and then get approved to attend training while receiving benefits.\n\nThe original poster is asking about quitting a job specifically to attend school, which is different. They wouldn't qualify for regular benefits, so they wouldn't qualify for the training extension either.\n\nBut it's a good point to bring up! If someone is laid off and wants to go to school, they should definitely ask about the Training Benefits Program.
i tried the incognito thing someone mentioned above and it worked for me too!!! weird that such a simple fix does the trick.
Just as an FYI for everyone, ESD just posted on their Twitter/X account that they resolved the login issues as of 3:30pm today. All systems should be functioning normally now. If you're still experiencing problems, it might be something specific to your account and you should call the technical support line at 855-682-0785.
Zainab Omar
did u check ur standby status? when i worked seasonal fishing i got put on standby and didnt have to do job search. u should qualify with ur return date
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StarSeeker
•Standby status isn't automatic anymore - they changed the rules in 2024. Now seasonal workers need to specifically request standby through their employer, who must submit the request on the worker's behalf using the Employer Request for Standby form. Regular standby is limited to 8 weeks, though some industries have exceptions.
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Zainab Omar
•oh didnt know they changed it again! ugh they make everything so complicated
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Dmitry Volkov
Update: I finally got through to ESD! Used the Claimyr service that someone suggested and got connected to an agent in about 20 minutes. Turns out both adjudications were related to my seasonal status, but for different reasons. The first one was questioning my availability since I have a future job lined up, and the second was about whether I qualify for standby (which I didn't know was an option). The agent cleared both adjudications right away once I explained my situation. She said my claim should be processed within 48 hours, and I'll get all my back payments at once. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions!
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Connor Murphy
•FINALLY some good news! It's still ridiculous you had to pay a third-party service just to get what you're entitled to, but at least you'll get your money now!
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Yara Sayegh
•Great to hear! For future reference, seasonal construction workers can usually qualify for up to 12 weeks of standby if your employer completes the proper paperwork. This would waive your job search requirements. Something to keep in mind for next season.
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