Economic Security for All Program
WorkForce Central and its community partners are connecting the East Side with tools to gain financial security.
Community Announcements
U.S. Department of the Navy Virtual Job Fair – May 28th
Participate from a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone! Hosted by Navy Talent Acquisition Group Pacific Northwest The Navy Talent Acquisition Group Pacific Northwest is the main driving force behind the U.S. Navy’s enlisted and officer recruiting mission for the entire Pacific Northwest. In collaboration with Worksource Washington, this virtual job fair will connect you directly…
Drive-in WiFi hotspots
Drive-in Wi-Fi Hotspots Sent on behalf of Washington State Department of Commerce. Depending on where you live, lack of high-speed internet access means some seniors can’t refill prescriptions, furloughed workers can’t apply for unemployment benefits, small businesses can’t access financial assistance, and students can’t do their homework. It is absolutely essential to make affordable broadband…
Interested in college? Funds may be available!
Are you interested in going to school? Funds may be available. The following resources are available to assist potential students with tuition and additional academic supports while earning a professional or technical certificate or degree.. WORKER RETRAINING Are you… Receiving or received Washington State Unemployment benefits in the last 48 months? A veteran discharged within the last 48 months?…
Economic Impact Payment information
The IRS will soon be issuing Economic Impact Payments to every eligible American. Help is needed to reach individuals who do not normally file because they do not have enough income that requires them to file. This includes the homeless, certain seniors and some limited English-proficient individuals who will need to provide information to the…
Education Resources for UI claimants and WorkSource Customers
Sent on behalf of Washington Student Achievement Council The Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) has a new online resource: College & Career Compass is a tool that empowers adults to return to school, earn a credential, and advance in their careers. Compass—and the Washington College Grant—are vital resources for the unprecedented number of Washingtonians who are filing for unemployment….
COVID-19 Information for Businesses
Direct Links to Employer Resources: City of Tacoma Stabilization Loan Pre-application Pierce County Emergency Small Business Relief Loan Program Washington State Layoff Assistance Shared Work Temporary Layoffs / Standby Federal Stimulus Check Information Washington State Revenue – Business Relief during COVID Working Washington Small Business Grants Program On Tuesday April 8, 2020 Washington State Department…
Unemployment Claimant Filing Updates
ESD has launched a new webinar program to help unemployed workers better navigate the unemployment insurance process during the COVID-19 emergency. Interested individuals can navigate to this page and choose from 5 webinars (Tues. – Sat.), then register for free to attend. A couple of notes: Registration is necessary because there is a limit of 1,000 attendees and we…
COVID-19 Updates at WorkSource Pierce
WorkSource Pierce is committed to providing the best possible job seeker and employer services in Pierce County. In this difficult time, that focus has not changed; however, we are also concerned with the safety and health of our customers, staff, partners and the community. Links: WorkSource Pierce online calendar WorkSource Weekly Blog Facebook page LinkedIn…