Madison WI Unemployment Career Center Office
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The Dane County Job Center in Madison, WI offers a variety of services and information to help job seekers, including:
- Job search assistance: Staff can help you identify your skills and interests, develop a resume and cover letter, and practice your interviewing skills.
- Computer access and training: The job center has computers and software that you can use to search for jobs, create and print resumes and cover letters, and prepare for job interviews.
- Workshops and training: The job center offers a variety of workshops and training programs to help job seekers develop their skills and knowledge, including resume writing, interviewing skills, computer skills, and career exploration.
- Career counseling: Staff can provide you with confidential career counseling to help you identify your career goals and develop a plan to achieve them.
- Employer connections: The job center has a database of job openings and can help you connect with employers who are hiring.
In addition to these services, the Dane County Job Center also provides information on a variety of topics related to unemployment, including:
- How to file for unemployment benefits
- What to expect during your unemployment claim
- How to keep your unemployment benefits from being denied
- How to find a job while you are unemployed
- Resources and support services for unemployed people
The Dane County Job Center is open Monday through Friday from 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM. You can reach them by phone at (888) 794-5556 or visit their website at http://www.danejobs.com: http://www.danejobs.com.tunesharemore_vert
How do I qualify for Unemployment Insurance benefits in Wisconsin?
To qualify for WI UI benefits you must:
- Have earned sufficient wages 12 to 18 months prior to filing.
- Have lost your job through no fault of your own
- Be able to and available for work (mentally and physically).
- Be Legally authorized to work
- Be available to accept new work
What information do I need to apply for WI Unemployment insurance benefits?
To apply for WI UI benefits you will need to provide:
- For filing online, a username and password.
- Your current address
- A valid email or phone number
- Your social security number
- Your WI driver license or ID number
- Your work history for the last 18 months with employer information
- The first and last dates of work with each employer.
- The separation reason for leaving each employer.
- If not a U.S. citizen, your alien registration number, document number and expiration date.
- If you served in the military in the last 18 months, Form DD-214 (Member 4 copy).
- Form SF-50 or SF-8, if you are a federal civilian employee
- If union member, the name and local number of your union hall
How do I file for Unemployment Insurance benefits in WI?
Filing for WI UI benefits:
- The quickest way to file is to apply online
- You will need to file your weekly claims to receive benefit payments
- You can also apply for Energy Assistance, call 1-866-432-8947 for information.
What is the Maximum UI benefit I can receive in WI?
- You can get from $54, to a maximum of $363 weekly in WI unemployment insurance benefits.
- Wisconsin will provide up to 26 weeks in UI benefits.
What services are available to help me get employed while getting WI UI benefits?
Wisconsin Directory of Workforce Services has many local Job Centers which provides re-employment services such as:
- Virtual Workshops
- Job Search Assistance
- Career Exploration
- Re-employment Services
- Labor Market Information
- Resources for Employers and Job Seekers
- Job Seeker Resource Rooms
- Computer Access and Staff Assistance
- Job Seekers Workshops
- Resume Assistance,
- Interview Techniques
- Work Search Skills
- Technical Assistance and
- Liaison Services to Employers and Job Seekers
- Recruitment and Workforce Retention Planning
How can I contact Wisconsin Directory of Workforce Services?
DWD Contact Information
201 E. Washington Ave
P.O. Box 7946
Madison, WI 53707
(608) 266-3131
Phone: (888) 258-9966
Email: JobCenterofWisconsin@dwd.wi.gov
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Email: dvr@dwd.wisconsin.gov
Phone: (715) 392-7896
Website: Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Veteran Employment Representative:
Email: Thomas.Casey@dwd.wisconsin.gov
Phone: (715) 817-5925
Website: Wisc Jobs for Vets