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Employment Department

a multi‑story, mid‑century office structure which houses the central offices of the Oregon Employment Department
The Employment Building in Salem houses the central offices of the Employment Department. (Oregon State Archives Scenic Images collection)

Present Duties

The department supports economic stability for Oregonians by paying unemployment benefits, matching qualified job seekers to businesses, providing quality workforce and economic information to promote informed decision-making, and providing paid leave benefits to people working in Oregon.

Agency Website 

Agency Subdivisions

Information about this agency's divisions, offices and programs.

Contact Information

Mailing Address:  875 Union St. NE, Salem 97311
Telephone: 503-947-1394; Toll-free: 1-800-237-3710
General Email: https://unemployment.oregon.gov/contact
Contact: Andrew Stolfi, Director
Administrative Rules Coordinator: See Contact List for Employment Department

Legal & Legislative Information

Statutory Authority: ORS 657.601

Budget Analysis - by Legislative Fiscal Office
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Records & Publications

Records Retention Schedules for public records