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Unemployment Services 

Unemployment Services Resources 

Check Potential Umeployment Benefits
Individuals can use this online tool to estimate the amount of benefits they may be paid per week.

Filing WV Interstate Unemployment Claims
Individuals can use this online service to file a new, additional, or reopened claim from out of state.

Frequently Asked Question for Claimants
Frequently asked question about unemployment compensation for claimants.

Frequently Asked Questions for Employers
Frequently asked questions employers have about unemployment compensation.

Local Unemployment Claims Office Locations and Hours
This site shows the locations and hours of operation of local Unemployment Claims offices. Citizens must go to these locations to file their initial claim.

Post Your Resume to Access Workforce WV Job Opportunities
Upload your resume into the Workforce WV Job Seeker system to get direct access to employment opportunities.

UC Benefit Rate Table
Pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 21A, Article 6, Section 10 of the West Virginia Unemployment Compensation Law, as amended, the following provisions of this benefit table shall apply to benefit years beginning on any day in the year commencing on July 1, 2007 and ending on July 5, 2008. The table consists of proper and lawful Wage Classes, Wages in Base Period, Weekly Benefit Rates, and Maximum Benefit Rates, all as set forth in said table. The minimum weekly benefit rate is $24.00 and maximum benefit rate is $408.00.

Unemployment Compensation Handbook for Claimants
This handbook explain your rights and responsibilities while claiming benefits under the West Virginia Unemployment Compensation Law. This material does not have the effect of law or regulation. However, it will answer many questions you may have while filing your claims.

Workforce West Virginia Calendar of Events
Keep up to date on all of the latest job fairs, training opportunities, employer training events, etc. by accessing the Workforce WV calendar of events.

Did You Know?

"Matewan", the 1986 film starring Chris Cooper and James Earl Jones was filmed in Thurmond, and in Fayette County, WV.