Processes unemployment claims filed by clients. Claims are completed and certified thru personal interviews and verification by former employers. Benefits usually available for a maximum of 20-26 weeks. Customers applying by telephone should call the work day following separation from employment.

Accepts reports of identity theft fraud in cases where a fraudulent party has used the victim's identity to file fraudulent unemployment claims. Offers information on what to do if someone is a victim of identity theft fraud to both employees and employers who have been affected.

Processing centers are assigned based on the last four digits of your social security number. If you have questions please call 877-644-6562 .

Any suspected unemployment benefits fraud should be reported by calling the toll-free hotline at 800-686-1555 (Option 1), by faxing the information to 1-614-752-4808, or by visiting secure.jfs.ohio.gov/feedback/ouc/ouc-fraud/index.stm.

Processes unemployment claims filed by clients. Claims are completed and certified thru personal interviews and verification by former employers. Benefits usually available for a maximum of 20-26 weeks. Customers applying by telephone should call the work day following separation from employment.

Offers crime prevention and safety programs in the areas of: fraud protection, child abuse prevention, juvenile delinquency prevention.