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NYS Department of Labor

@NYSLabor

The official account for the NYS Department of Labor. Need help with UI? Call 1-888-209-8124 or go to https://nitter.cf/t.co/5CJxNnFblc.

 Albany, NY
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Joined August 2009
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Starting MONDAY, 11/02/2026 at 5 PM, our unemployment insurance system upgrade begins! 👉 Career Centers will be open virtually from November 3 – November 27 to assist customers. Make a virtual appointment online: dol.ny.gov/workforce-schedul…
New York State Department of Labor graphic announcing that Career Centers will be open virtually from November 3 to November 27. It prompts users to make an appointment online at dol.ny.gov/workforce-scheduler.

ALT New York State Department of Labor graphic announcing that Career Centers will be open virtually from November 3 to November 27. It prompts users to make an appointment online at dol.ny.gov/workforce-scheduler.

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⏳ Upgrade in progress. Behind the scenes, billions of records are being transferred from the old unemployment insurance system to the upgraded one. We appreciate your patience during this process. Get more updates: brnw.ch/21x6V46
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🚨 Attention: The upgrade to our Unemployment Services system is happening right now. All online and phone services are unavailable for 9–12 days. Benefit payments will be delayed. Stay tuned for system updates and useful resources during this time: brnw.ch/21x6QGn
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📣 The unemployment insurance system upgrade begins TODAY, Monday 11/2, 5 PM. If you still need to certify for weekly benefits, we recommend you do so before then. Remember, online and phone services will be unavailable during the upgrade. More info: dol.ny.gov/unemployment?utm_…
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NYC job seekers: Interested in a career in New York State or City Government? Check out this exciting event hosted by Melrose Library! Pre-register now: brnw.ch/21x6P2u
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Most New Yorkers receiving unemployment insurance benefits certify on Sundays. Since the unemployment insurance system upgrade begins on MONDAY, 11/02/2026 at 5 PM, we encourage customers to certify today (Sunday 11/01/2026). Learn more: dol.ny.gov/unemployment?utm_…
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Worried about squeezing voting into your workday? 🗳️ If you can’t make it to Early Voting October 24–November 1, you may qualify for up to two hours of paid leave to vote. Talk with your employer, learn your rights, and make your voice heard: on.ny.gov/votingleave
Graphic titled "New York State's Voting Leave" on a teal background with a yellow border. The text reads: "You may be entitled to 2 hours of paid time off to vote. Plan ahead. Know your rights." At the bottom is the New York State Department of Labor logo with the tagline "Working for You."

ALT Graphic titled "New York State's Voting Leave" on a teal background with a yellow border. The text reads: "You may be entitled to 2 hours of paid time off to vote. Plan ahead. Know your rights." At the bottom is the New York State Department of Labor logo with the tagline "Working for You."

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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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NYS Civil Service
@NYSCivilServiceOct 28
Looking for a part-time job? Check out rewarding careers in public service: on.ny.gov/468AdNl
Looking for a part-time job?

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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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Roberta Reardon@NYSDOLCommishOct 29
Pleased to join The Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (ODEIA) for the annual “How We Show Up” training at @NYSLabor to support employee development, communication, and collaboration. When we show up for each other, we can show up better for our customers.
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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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Policy Outsider@PolicyOutsiderOct 26
Next Monday (11/2) at 5 pm, NYS will implement a new unemployment insurance processing platform that will bring the unemployment process for individuals and businesses out of the ’70s and into the modern age. We spoke with @NYSDOLCommish about the update. rockinst.org/issue-area/ep-1…
Ep. 132. A New Unemployment Platform for New Yorkers | Rockefeller Institute of Government

Ep. 132. A New Unemployment Platform for New Yorkers | Rockefeller Institute of Government

NYS Department of Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon explains what New Yorkers need to know about the State's new unemployment insurance processing platform and why an upgrade was necessary.

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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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The Business Council
@BusinessNYSOct 23
On the latest episode of The Business Council's Connect Podcast, President and CEO @HMulliganNY sits down for an engaging and insightful conversation with @NYSDOLCommish, Commissioner at the New York State Department of Labor. Tune in to hear Commissioner Reardon share fascinating stories from her unique background as an actor — including starring in commercials and a soap opera. The commissioner also talks about the upcoming long overdue changes to DOL's Unemployment Insurance System, as well as preparing for the workforce in New York State, and more. 👉 Watch the full episode now on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=ImmoOM9q… Don't miss this mix of personal stories and critical policy updates! 🎧 🏛️ 🎭💼 #podcast #leadership #business #newyorkstate
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📣 Reminder for New Yorkers: To stay eligible for unemployment insurance benefits during our upgrade period, you must complete and record at least THREE work search activities each week. More info: brnw.ch/21x6KWC
Graphic with a green background featuring a yellow sticky note taped to the center. The sticky note reads: "REMINDER: Continue to complete and record your work search activities during the unemployment insurance system upgrade." The New York State Department of Labor logo with the tagline "Working for You" is in the top left corner.

ALT Graphic with a green background featuring a yellow sticky note taped to the center. The sticky note reads: "REMINDER: Continue to complete and record your work search activities during the unemployment insurance system upgrade." The New York State Department of Labor logo with the tagline "Working for You" is in the top left corner.

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With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Dolores Huerta, a pioneering civil rights and labor leader who dedicated her life to advocacy, economic justice, and equality. Her legacy will continue to guide our mission to promote safer workplaces and support NY’s workforce.
Image of Dolores Huerta, civil rights and labor leader, who recently passed away.

ALT Image of Dolores Huerta, civil rights and labor leader, who recently passed away.

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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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Roberta Reardon@NYSDOLCommishOct 28
Upgrading New York State's unemployment system is a major undertaking aimed at improving how @NYSLabor delivers a critical service. Thank you to @RockefellerInst for having me on Policy Outsider to share this important work with your audience. 🎧: brnw.ch/21x6JnU
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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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Roberta Reardon@NYSDOLCommishOct 27
Excited to kick off the 2027 @NYSLabor Mentorship Program!  Congratulations to our newest mentors and mentees. Thank you for taking this opportunity to learn from one another, share your experiences, and grow together.  Looking forward to a great year ahead!
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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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Roberta Reardon@NYSDOLCommishOct 26
How is @NYSLabor upgrading New York State’s unemployment insurance system to better serve your business? Get the essential updates every New York employer needs to know about the upcoming upgrade in the latest episode of @BusinessNYS Connect: brnw.ch/21x6G0r
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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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Roberta Reardon@NYSDOLCommishOct 23
At @NYSLabor, we’ve worked hard to reinvent how we serve New Yorkers. Proud to join Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility state leaders to share how we are meeting people where they are and building a more inclusive NYS that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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Roberta Reardon@NYSDOLCommishOct 20
We’re making major upgrades to New York’s unemployment system to better serve New Yorkers! Thank you, Senator @PatriciaFahy46, for inviting me on Chat with Pat to discuss what this upgrade means for your constituents. 🎧: brnw.ch/21x6xMH
Commissioner Roberta Reardon (right) and State Senator Patricia Fahy (left) sit at a curved grey desk in a recording studio. Both women are smiling, wearing professional black blazers, and have microphones and blue mugs in front of them. In the background, a television screen displays the New York State Senate seal, flanked by the United States flag on the left and the New York State flag on the right. Bookshelves filled with books line the sides of the wood-paneled studio.

ALT Commissioner Roberta Reardon (right) and State Senator Patricia Fahy (left) sit at a curved grey desk in a recording studio. Both women are smiling, wearing professional black blazers, and have microphones and blue mugs in front of them. In the background, a television screen displays the New York State Senate seal, flanked by the United States flag on the left and the New York State flag on the right. Bookshelves filled with books line the sides of the wood-paneled studio.

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Interested in jobs with NYS? Sign up for a FREE workshop with @NYSCivilService that breaks down the Merit System in a clear understandable way: brnw.ch/21x6yoJ A few upcoming dates 👇
NYS Department of Labor flyer for "Demystifying Civil Service Workshops" held October 27–29. Oct 27, 10 AM: Long Island (Suffolk County Dept of Labor, Hauppauge) Oct 28, 10 AM: Capital Region (Warren County Career Center, Glens Falls) Oct 28, 11 AM: NYC (Upper Manhattan Workforce 1) & Buffalo (Workforce Buffalo Downtown) Oct 29, 11 AM: Southern Tier (CDO Workforce, Norwich) & North Country (Essex County OneWorkSource, Elizabethtown)

ALT NYS Department of Labor flyer for "Demystifying Civil Service Workshops" held October 27–29. Oct 27, 10 AM: Long Island (Suffolk County Dept of Labor, Hauppauge) Oct 28, 10 AM: Capital Region (Warren County Career Center, Glens Falls) Oct 28, 11 AM: NYC (Upper Manhattan Workforce 1) & Buffalo (Workforce Buffalo Downtown) Oct 29, 11 AM: Southern Tier (CDO Workforce, Norwich) & North Country (Essex County OneWorkSource, Elizabethtown)

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NYS Department of Labor retweeted
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Next Move NY@nextmovenyOct 19
Replying to @ClintonSUNY
@clintonsuny, in partnership with the @nyslabor & several area police departments, launched a new Police Officer Registered Apprenticeship Program in August. Fantastic opportunity for transitioning Soldiers, military spouses & veterans! clinton.edu/news-and-events/…
Next Move NY's Sarah Wilder attended the launch event for Clinton Community College's Police Officer Registered Apprenticeship Program in August

ALT Next Move NY's Sarah Wilder attended the launch event for Clinton Community College's Police Officer Registered Apprenticeship Program in August

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