It is important that we be able to provide timely payments to you for your benefits, and in doing so, are making some changes. Therefore, as of 05/31/2024, you will no longer be able to file your weekly continued claims for payment over the telephone using the automated Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system. You will be able to file your continued claims online at wyui.wyo.gov by logging in and clicking on Continued Claim > File Continued Claim.
Current Wyoming labor market statistics
Statistics are taken from WY Labor Market Information & Bureau of Labor Statistics.
293,404
Labor Force
285,044
No. of Employed
8,360
No. of Unemployed
2.8%
Unemployment rate
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Newly enrolled students in a healthcare career pathway may be eligible for up to $10,000 toward the cost of completing a qualified healthcare program within a 2-year timeframe.
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The Workforce Development Training Fund is a Wyoming-based program connecting employers with professional development opportunities to increase employee skill attainment.
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Unemployment Insurance (UI) is a safety net program that provides monetary assistance to eligible workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own.
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Workers’ Compensation can help you find information about reporting an injury in the workplace, disability benefits and other related subjects.
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When you file a unemployment claim with Wyoming Unemployment Insurance, you will be asked to verify your identity through the identity verification service.
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We’re proud of the work we do to help build Wyoming’s vibrant communities
Our contributions to a stronger Wyoming include career guidance and training, employee development and retention, fair employment assurance and workplace safety, collecting and providing accurate labor market information, workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, and helping individuals with disabilities acquire and retain employment.
“The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is dedicated to Wyoming. Our mission – ‘Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy’ – and our vision – ‘Leading workforce innovation and investing in employee development today, for a stronger tomorrow’– are reflected in the communities and people we serve every day.”
Liz Gagen,
Director, Wyoming Department of Workforce Services