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File for Unemployment in Montana

Qualified individuals who are unemployed through no fault of their own who are currently looking for full-time work or pursuing approved training programs may be eligible for temporary income.

To file, you must first create a MontanaWorks account.Create an Account

Getting Started How do I file for unemployment?

  1. Did you lose you job through no fault of your own? Have you worked the last 4-5 calendar quarters? (12-15 months) Are you physically able to work? Did you create a MontanaWorks Account?
  2. SSN, Name, Phone Number & Address Employment History for the last 18 months View All Required Information

  3. File for Unemployment*

* You will need to create a MontanaWorks Account. You are also required to report your work searches while on unemployment insurance, unless the department has notified you otherwise. Please view the following videos for instructions on meeting these requirements.

Unemployment Work Search Requirement

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  • Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits
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  • + Many More Benefits — All Free!
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Business accounts allow you to:

  • Apply for WOTC Tax Credits
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Job Service Locations

Job Service Centers can provide resources to assist you in Career Exploration, Job Searches, a New Career, and Training. See what resources and events are going on at your local Job Service Location by choosing a location on the map.

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Job Service office locations in Montana Cut Bank Billings Bozeman Butte Glendive Great Falls Havre Helena Kalispell Lewistown Libby Miles City Missoula Polson Sidney Thompson Falls Wolf Point

Train for a Career

Get hands-on, real-world job experience through the Registered Apprenticeship training program. Apprentices receive training from seasoned, skilled workers and technical instruction in the classroom.

Learn More About Apprenticeships

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Job Search

View current job openings and find training and tools to begin a career.

File for Unemployment

Temporary income for qualified workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own and are looking for full-time work or for approved training.

Find a Job Service Location

Job Service Montana offices are part of a statewide network of workforce development centers that collaborate with community partners to provide customer focused employment and training opportunities. These centers assist in preparing, training, and connecting a highly skilled workforce to local businesses.

Job Services Event Calendar

View a calendar of events for resources that can assist you with writing a cover letter and resume, using a computer, interviewing for a job and more.

HELP-Link

Created by the HELP Act, HELP-Link connects Montana Medicaid recipients with high quality workforce training, employment services, and jobs in local communities.

Registered Apprenticeship

Earn a paycheck while you receive training from seasoned, skilled workers that teach you the skills of their craft along with classroom instruction.

ServeMontana

Looking to gain skills and build your resume? Join a ServeMT Service Project.

Generic Employment Application Form

A generic application form to use when applying for jobs that do not have already have a form.

Formulario genérico de solicitud de empleo en español

Un formulario de solicitud genérico, en español, para usar al solicitar puestos de trabajo que aún no tienen un formulario.

Make a Payment

Make a payment on your unemployment overpayment. You will need your Social Security Number (SSN) and unemployment individual ID. You will find your ID number in the top right corner of the Statement of Benefits Overpayment notice.

Register a Business

Submit Quarterly Reports

Download Tax Forms

Request a Workplace Safety Consultation

The Montana Safety and Health Bureau offers safety consultations to identify problems before they become accidents. Workplace hazards have a direct impact on your employees and your business.

Montana Contractor

Learn how to become an independent contractor, a registered construction contractor, or a home inspector. Search for currently registered contractors.

Pay or File Tax

Child Labor Laws

Establishes the hours minors may work and hazardous occupations in which they may not work - unless specifically exempted.

Minimum Wage Information

Wage Payment Act

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

Our customer Service Center is available to answer USERRA questions (except federal holidays) or to refer cases to a trained Ombudsman.

Employer Testing of Job Candidates

Montana employers now have the option of utilizing over 800 assessment tests to be used as another tool in designing an employee recruitment system.

Model Employee Handbook

View a sample selection of policies for general information only.

Cost of Turnover Calculator

Use this worksheet to calculate turnover costs.

Foreign Labor Certification Program

Supports the hiring of foreign workers by Montana employers. The purpose of this program is to educate and assist Montana employers in obtaining qualified workers.

Incumbent Worker Training Program

Provides grant funding to assist eligible Montana small businesses offset the cost of training for their existing (incumbent) workers.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit Program

This tax credit can save Montana businesses up to $9,600 for every qualifying individual hire during their first year of employment.

Workforce Training

The Primary Sector Workforce Training Grant (WTG) Program provides grant assistance to primary sector businesses that are creating new jobs and have a need to train the new employees.

Pay Unemployment Insurance

Prepare for a UI Hearing

Register as a New Employer

Report Unemployment Insurance Fraud

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry takes UI Fraud very seriously; all reports of potential, alleged, or suspected fraud are thoroughly reviewed and investigated accordingly.

UI eServices for Employers Information

Through eServices, employers will be able to file and pay their UI Quarterly Reports.

File a Work Comp Claim (FROI)

Report all on-the-job injuries or occupational diseases to your supervisor, insurer or employer as soon as possible. You must give notice within 30 days after the occurrence of the accident.

Insurance Compliance

Employers must provide workers' compensation insurance defined in the Montana Workers' Compensation and Occupational Disease Acts.

Managed Care Organizations

Organizations desiring to be certified as managed care organizations are required to submit an application and pay a fee of $1,500. Once certified, the MCO can contract with insurers to receive their referrals.

Professional Employer Organizations

A Professional Employer Organization (PEO) is a business that leases employees to other businesses. A PEO manages the paperwork responsibilities associated with having employees.

Stay at Work/Return to Work Project

Minimize avoidable disruption caused by work-related injury or occupational disease and assist the injured worker to return as soon as possible to work.

Subsequent Injury Fund

Program designed to assist individuals with disabilities obtain employment.

Uninsured Employers' Fund

Provides benefits to employees injured on the job while working for an uninsured employer. The purpose is to pay the injured worker the same benefits the worker would have received if the employer were covered.

Workers' Compensation FAQ

The most common questions and answers regarding workers' compensation. Other information may be found in the Benefits Summary. Nothing on this website is intended as legal advice.

Download Required Labor Law Posters

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry has responded to employers' needs by making it easier to obtain posters mandated by laws for posting.

Background | Reference Checks

This resource explains the background check process, the potential liability, how to conduct a background check, how to create a written background check plan, and a sample reference check form.

Employment Laws

This list contains the Federal Laws relating to Employment, the Federal Laws Regarding Montana Public Employers , and the State Laws Related to Employment.

Annual Rate Change

Adoption of the Average Rate for the U.S. 10-Year Treasury Bills.

Electronic Prior Claim (EPC) History System

The 1997 legislature provided the law and funding to build a prior claim history database for use by insurers at risk on a claim. To be considered "at risk" on a claim in Montana, the Insurer must have a First Report of Injury on file at the Employment Relations Division of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry.

Historic WC Medical Reimbursement Conversion Factors

Historical Fee Schedule Conversion Factors for 2003-2007

Pursuant to section 39-71-704 (4), MCA, and an administrative rules change to 24.29.1572, and 1582, ARM, on July 1, 2002, the Department adopted the following conversion factors, effective July 1, 2002.

Meals, Lodging and Mileage

Section 39-71-704(1) (d), MCA, directs WC Insurers to reimburse workers for reasonable travel expenses pursuant to rates allowed for state employees. When determining the reimbursement, please refer to 39-71-704(1), MCA and ARM 24.29.1409.

Third Party Administrator Notification

Montana statute requires insurers to notify the Department of Labor & Industry of any changes of third party administrators with respect to the handling of Montana workers’ compensation claims.

Workers' Compensation Benefits Summary

The information in these pamphlets is a summary of the most commonly requested information on workers' compensation wage loss and medical benefits available to covered employees injured on the job.

Workers' Compensation Claim Reporting by Insurers

All insurers are to file a complete report of every injury or occupational disease to the department, either on a paper claim form or by electronic means within specified timelines. Electronic reporting is required.

Claim Reporting

Used by an injured worker, employer or insurer/adjuster to report an injury or occupational disease.

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)

Used by insurers and adjusters as a quick, efficient method of communicating data to the Department.

Electronic Prior Claims (EPC) Forms

First Report of Injury (FROI) Forms

Used by an injured worker to report an injury or occupational disease to his/her employer.

Independent Medical Review Form

Form commonly used in the Medical Regulation Unit functions of the workers' compensation system.

Insurers - Third Party Administrators Reporting Forms

Used to report changes in adjuster, claim administrator, or third party administrators.

Medical Status Form

Effective July 1, 2011, 39-71-1036, MCA, requires the treating physician or a designee to complete the form following every office visit with the injured worker. The Legislature directed the Department to create the form to be used for injuries or occupational diseases.

Petition for Mediation Conference Form

Under Montana law, parties must attempt to resolve their disputes BEFORE seeking mediation. Mediation is required in most cases before a petition may be filed in the Workers' Compensation Court.

Petition for Settlement Forms

The forms listed below are those commonly used in the Claims Assistance Units Functions of the workers' compensation system.

Subsequent Injury Fund

A program designed to assist individuals with disabilities obtain employment.

Montana Facility Fee Schedule

Applies to all services and procedures provided on or after January 1, 2008 covered under Chapter 71 of the Montana Workers’ Compensation Act.

Montana Professional Fee Schedule

Applies to all services and procedures provided on or after January 1, 2008 covered under Chapter 71 of the Montana Workers’ Compensation Act.

Domiciliary Care

When a worker suffers from a condition that requires 24-hour care and that results from the accident but that requires domiciliary care other than as provided in Title 37, chapter 8.

Mediation Guide for Insurers

The purpose of mediation is to prevent, when possible, the filing in the Workers' Compensation Court of disputes by injured workers or insurers if a fair and reasonable resolution can be reached at an earlier stage.

Medical Regulations

Responsible for publishing updates to the Montana Professional Fee Schedule and the various Montana Facility Fee Schedule components.

Stay at Work/Return to Work Project

Minimize avoidable disruption caused by work-related injury or occupational disease and assist the injured worker to return as soon as possible to work.

Workers' Compensation FAQ

Frequently asked questions and answers, you may also find answers in the Benefits Summary. Nothing on this website is intended as legal advice.

Career Resources

The Montana Career Lab offers a variety of tools to assist individuals wanting to learn more about career options.

DLI Job Openings

Complete list of all job openings within the Department of Labor and Industry.

Education and Training

Search for education and training providers and programs of study.

Explore Occupations

The Montana Career Information System provides users the ability to explore over 500 occupations.

High School Students

The Montana Career Lab offers a variety of tools to assist individuals wanting to learn more about career options.

Search Montana's Certificate and Associate Degree Programs

Search for education and training providers and programs of study.

Jobs for Montana's Graduates

Promoting student success by connecting students with local employers and teaching them workplace, leadership and career readiness skills.

Report Fraud

UI Fraud is a crime which affects everyone. It drives up the cost of UI taxes for businesses and causes frustration for law-abiding employers and workers.

Veteran Services

The Employment Specialists at Montana's Job Service offices can assist all Veterans in securing employment and training, as well as refer Veterans to other service providers in both public and private agencies and organizations.

Search for a License

The Licensee Lookup System will return a list of possible matches to your search criteria. Lookup a licensed individual or business for their license type, license number, status, expiration date, city, state, and any associated endorsements or complaints.

Renew or Print a License

Use the EBiz online portal to renew or print your license. You can also update your contact information here.

Apply for a License

Visit the EBiz online portal to apply for your professional or occupational license.

Obtain a Building Permit

Use the EBiz online portal to apply for building permits, pull permits, and search permit holder records 24 hours a day.

Find a Professional Licensing Board

Find out how to get licensed in Montana, as well as information about professional and occupational licensing boards.

File a Complaint

Our Department regulates professions and occupations for the protection of the public as a whole. Although the Department does not represent individuals filing complaints, the Department will review complaints in a timely manner to ensure a complaint is processed and that the Board will take appropriate action.

File a Work Comp Claim (FROI)

Report all on-the-job injuries or occupational diseases to your supervisor, insurer or employer as soon as possible. You must give notice within 30 days after the occurrence of the accident.

Employment Discrimination

Discrimination is against the law if based on a protected class (age, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, marital status, sex, political belief (in government) or retaliation).

Filing a Complaint

A person who believes that they have experienced illegal discrimination should contact the Montana Human Rights Bureau at (406) 444-4356 or 1-800-542-0807.

Guide to Montana's Discrimination Laws

Montana's discrimination laws can be found in the Montana Human Rights Act (Title 49) and in the Montana Governmental Code of Fair Practices.

Legal Rights of Pregnant Employees

If you are pregnant or have recently had a child and you believe an employer has denied your right to maternity leave or you believe an employer has otherwise discriminated against you, contact the Montana Human Rights Bureau.

Rights of Persons with Disabilities

The Montana Human Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) prohibit discrimination in employment to an applicant or employee because of a physical or mental disability.

Sex Discrimination and Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment is determined on a case-by-case basis. Acts which are offensive to one employee may not be offensive to another. However, in addition to sexual assault, the following acts may constitute sexual harassment.

The Human Rights Appeal Process

How to File an Objection and Brief to Appeal a No Cause Finding.

Child Labor Information

The Montana Child Labor Standards Act establishes the hours minors may work and hazardous occupations in which they may not work – unless specifically exempted.

Filing a Wage Claim, Instructions and Form

A person who believes they have not been paid all wages due them or did not receive minimum wage or overtime pay may file a wage claim with the Wage & Hour Unit.

Montana Military Service Employment Right Act (MMSERA)

Provides employment and reemployment protections for those members of the Montana organized militia or federal reserves when they are not covered by the federal “Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994” (USERRA).

Public Contracts/Prevailing Wage Law

Montana's prevailing wage law, often referred to as Montana's Little Davis-Bacon Law, applies to public works contracts entered into for construction services (heavy, highway and building) or non-construction services.

Public Sector Collective Bargaining

The Collective Bargaining Act for Public Employees is administered by the Board of Personnel Appeals through its agents assigned to the Collective Bargaining Unit. This unit processes unfair labor practice complaints and conducts matters.

Wage and Hour Laws

The Wage and Hour Unit enforces provisions of the Montana Wage Payment Act, minimum wage and overtime law, Public Contracts / Prevailing Wage Law and the State Child Labor Standards Act.

Introduction to the Montana Safety Culture Act

The Safety Culture Act enacted by the 1993 Montana State Legislature encourages workers and employers to come together to create and implement a workplace safety philosophy.

Mine Safety and Health

Consultation services are available for any type of mine in Montana. The Safety Bureau will provide the following services at the employer's request.

Report a Workplace Safety Hazard

The following safety concern notification form is for public entity employees only. A Public entity is defined as any state or local government or any department, agency, special purpose district, or other instrumentality of one or more state.

SafetyFestMT

The first SafetyFestMT was held in Helena in March of 2010. It was a huge success. Hundreds of Montana workers from a variety of industries attended. They raved about the classes, speakers and quality of information.

Montana Occupational Safety and Health Act

Workplace Safety Training

The Montana Safety and Health Bureau offers free on-site safety training. Before training begins, we require a walkthrough to observe your work environment. This helps us customize the training to meet your specific needs.

Dispute Resolution (Mediation)

Mediation is used to assist an injured worker and the insurer/employer in resolving a dispute concerning benefits under the Workers' Compensation Act. The mediator is a neutral third person who listens to the concerns of both parties and assists.

Meals, Lodging and Mileage

Section 39-71-704(1) (d), MCA, directs WC Insurers to reimburse workers for reasonable travel expenses pursuant to rates allowed for state employees. When determining the reimbursement, please refer to 39-71-704(1), MCA and ARM 24.29.1409.

Mediation Guide For Claimants

Mediation is used to assist an injured worker and the insurer/employer in resolving a dispute concerning benefits under the Workers' Compensation Act.

Silicosis Program

The department administers a program to determine eligibility and pay benefits to those suffering from silicosis.

Stay at Work/Return to Work Project

Minimize avoidable disruption caused by work-related injury or occupational disease and assist the injured worker to return as soon as possible to work.

Subsequent Injury Fund

The department manages the Subsequent Injury Fund, a program designed to assist individuals with disabilities obtain employment.

Uninsured Employers' Fund

This fund was created to provide benefits to employees injured on the job while working for an uninsured employer. The purpose is to pay the injured worker the same benefits the worker.

Workers' Compensation Benefits Summary

The information in these pamphlets is a summary of the most commonly requested information on workers' compensation wage loss and medical benefits available to covered employees injured on the job. It is not all-inclusive.

Workers' Compensation FAQ

The following are frequently asked questions and answers, you may also find answers in the Benefits Summary. Nothing on this website is intended as legal advice.

Labor Market Information

Labor Market Information and Labor Force Statistics.

House Bill 702 (HB 702)

Prohibits discrimination based on vaccination status or having an immunity passport. View more frequently asked questions about HB 702 here.

Privacy & Security Accessibility Services Agencies