What is the EDD Job Service?

The EDD Job Service is California’s component of the federal/state public employment service system. Connecting employers with qualified workers – that’s our job. The Job Service is funded by employers under the Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA), and all services are offered without a fee.

The EDD Job Service is a partner with other employment and training organizations in the One-Stop Career Center system created by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998.

How does the Job Service help employers?

Job Service’s primary mission – meeting employers’ workforce needs – is today largely accomplished through the CalJOBS^SM Internet job search and talent bank system. Employers can enter their job listings directly into CalJOBS^SM, or have EDD staff enter them. Employers can then use the CalJOBS^SM search functions to locate résumés or job histories of qualified job seekers. Job seekers can also search the data base of job openings to find suitable employment.

Most employers list their jobs with the employer name and contact information, so job seekers can contact them directly for an interview. Employers may also request EDD’s assistance to screen, select, and refer qualified job applicants.

Who can place job listings in EDD’s CalJOBS^SM?

Any employer who has a California employment tax account can use CalJOBS^SM to find qualified employees. Information about California employment taxes is available from EDD’s Employment Tax Branch.

The first time an employer uses CalJOBS^SM, they will enter their tax account number. EDD staff will register the employer and respond with a unique password to ensure the security of the employer’s CalJOBS^SM entries. Click here to start using CalJOBS ^SM to find your new employees!

Is help available for registering and using CalJOBS^SM? Have you forgotten your password?

The EDD Job Service has a toll-free number for assisting employers with CalJOBS^SM. Call 800 758-0398, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.

How do employers list jobs on CalJOBS^SM?

Employers with Internet access can enter their job orders directly into CalJOBS^SM. If necessary, EDD staff in the local Job Service offices can assist employers with preparing a job order and with entering it in CalJOBS^SM.

Before logging in to post a job opening, assemble the following information:

• Employer's California employment tax account number,
• Job title for the opening,
• Job duties, including specialized skills, experience, training, and equipment requirements,
• Information on working conditions, including starting date, job location, hours, duration, and wages,
• Contact and referral instructions,
• Any other information that would be relevant to the job seekers who will be viewing the job opening on CalJOBS^SM.

How do employers find qualified workers on CalJOBS^SM?

Employers have an option on how to reach workers. A job listing with the employer name, address, and contact information will allow job seekers to contact the employer directly. Alternately, employers may request EDD to search, select, and refer qualified applicants; check with your local Job Service office for details.

Employers with job openings listed in CalJOBS^SM may search the data base of job seeker résumés on their own for potential employees.

What other services does EDD Job Service have for employers?

The EDD Job Service also provides employers with other services to meet workforce needs:

• Re-employment services for dislocated workers.
• Labor market information for planning business expansion, relocation, and future hiring.
• Focused recruitment for new business ventures or facilities needing a large number of specialized workers in a hurry.
• Coordinated workforce preparation services in partnership with local employment and training agencies.
• Fidelity bonding for employees who would otherwise have difficulty being bonded.
• The Job Service works with other local employment and training organizations in the Workforce Investment Act’s One-Stop Career Center structure. Employers can find a full range of coordinated services at a One-Stop Career Center, including specialized services for employers with special workforce needs.