Employment Security Commission (North Carolina)

The Employment Security Commission of North Carolina, now part of the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Division of Employment Security, is responsible for managing the state's unemployment insurance system. It provides benefits to eligible workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own, helps employers with workforce programs, and promotes employment opportunities. This agency ensures workers receive timely financial support while they seek new employment and offers resources for job training and job placement, supporting economic stability and workforce development throughout North Carolina.