Jamaica, NY Unemployment Offices

Jamaica has 2 locations. Each office may set its own hours, so calling ahead is always a good idea.

How to File for Unemployment in New York

Step-by-step filing instructions and what you'll need to apply.

Check Your Unemployment Claim Status in New York

See what your claim status means and how to check it online or by phone.

OSC

Queens Workforce1 Career Center

Career Center

168-25 Jamaica Avenue 2nd Floor

Jamaica, NY 11432

☎ 718-557-6755

Fax: 718-297-6395

M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm

Provides job seekers access to employment, training, education and business opportunities. The center also provides staff recruitment, job fairs, worker education & training and tax benefits. A veterans representative is available at this location.

View Services (11)

✓ UI Filing Assistance by Phone ✓ UI Filing Assistance Online ✓ UI Filing Assistance from Staff ✓ File Unemployment Insurance Claim ✓ Start Your Own Business Guidance ✓ Improve Job Skills ✓ Job Skills Training ✓ Interview Preparation ✓ Job Openings ✓ Resume Help ✓ Post Your Resume

AFF

Workforce1 Industrial and Transportation Career Center

Affiliate Office

168-46 91st Avenue 2nd Floor

Jamaica, NY 11432

☎ 718-577-2202

Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm

Helpful Guides

How Unemployment Benefits Work

A plain-English overview of how the joint federal-state unemployment insurance system works, from filing your first claim to your last payment.

What to Do After Losing Your Job: A Step-by-Step Checklist

The first two weeks after a layoff matter most. Here is the order to tackle unemployment benefits, health insurance, and your budget.

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