ESD job search requirements while partially employed - what activities count?

ESD has a whole list of acceptable job search activities! You definitely need to keep doing those 3 activities per week even when partially employed. Here are some that count: - Applying for jobs (online or in person) - Having job interviews - Creating or updating profiles on job search websites - Attending job fairs or networking events - Taking skills assessments or career workshops - Registering with WorkSource - Contacting employers directly about openings You can find the full list here: https://esd.wa.gov/unemployment/job-search-requirements Make sure you document everything in your job search log - date, employer/organization, activity type, and results. They can audit you randomly!

Just be carful cause not all activities count the same!!! When I was on UI last yr I thought updating my resume counted as a activity for multiple weeks but my claim got flagged and they said u can only count updating resume or making profile on job sites as ONE activity for the ENTIRE claim period!!! Most weeks u need actual applications or interviews or contacts with employers

I've been partially employed (10hrs/week) while on UI for 3 months now. For job search activities, I usually do: 1. Apply to jobs online (Indeed, LinkedIn, company websites) 2. Attend virtual WorkSource workshops (they offer resume help, interview practice) 3. Network - reach out to old colleagues or contacts about opportunities As long as you're doing 3 different things each week and tracking them, you should be good. Just make sure to report your part-time hours accurately when filing weekly claims!

I want to add something that took me FOREVER to figure out - if you're working part-time like you are, make sure you're reporting your gross earnings (before taxes) for the week when you FILE the claim, not when you get paid. That tripped me up when I was working part-time and on UI. Also, don't forget that WorkSource registration is mandatory within a week of your first payment! That's another requirement besides the 3 job search activities.

Anyone else finding it IMPOSSIBLE to reach ESD when you have questions about job search requirements? I've been trying for DAYS to get clarification on something and can't get through. Their phone system is a joke - either disconnects or says "call volume too high" and hangs up! How are we supposed to follow their rules when we can't even ask questions??

Just my 2 cents - make your job search log DETAILED. My friend got audited and almost got in trouble because her entries were too vague. For each entry, I include: - Full company name - Position applied for - How I applied (website URL if online) - Contact name (if applicable) - Any response received Better to have too much info than not enough!

when i was on unemployment last year i did a mix of stuff each week. sometiems applying online, going to worksource workshops (they have zoom ones now too) and reaching out to previous employers to see if they had any hours available. as long as you do 3 different things each week your fine. ive heard they audit people randomly so just make sure u keep good records!

To answer your LinkedIn question - updating your LinkedIn profile counts as ONE activity for your ENTIRE claim period (not weekly). Same goes for creating/updating resumes or registering on job search websites. For your job search log, include: - Date of activity - Employer name/organization - Address or website - Person contacted (if applicable) - Method of contact - Type of work sought - Results/outcome Keep this log for at least 30 days after your benefit year ends - they can audit you even after you're no longer claiming benefits!