DC Department of Employment Services (DOES)

Access the DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) here.

The DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) is the state agency responsible for providing workforce development services and unemployment benefits in the District of Columbia. DOES works to connect job seekers with employers, administer unemployment insurance, and ensure compliance with state labor laws.

Agency Accounts

DC Unemployment Insurance Account

Access your online account via DOES Employer Self Service Portal.

The DC Unemployment Insurance Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Employment Services Number (UI)
  • Initial Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax Rate : UI tax rate assigned when the account is opened.

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