Washington Employment Security Department

Jun 18, 2025

Access the Washington Employment Security Department here.

The Washington Employment Security Department is a state agency responsible for overseeing unemployment benefits, job training programs, and labor market information in Washington state. They work to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations related to employment and workforce development.

Agency Accounts

Washington ESD Account

Access your online account via Secure Access Washington.

The Washington ESD Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Employment Security Department (ESD) Number
  • Unified Business Identifier (UBI)
  • Initial Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax Rate : UI tax rate assigned when the account is opened.

Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave Account

Access your online account via Secure Access Washington.

The Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Paid Family & Medical Leave Account

Find out more on how to stay compliant with the Washington Employment Security Department:

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