Employer FAQs

The Especially for Texas Employers online book contains federal and state employment laws relating to hiring, pay and policy, work separation and more. The content includes chapters on the basic legal issues relevant to hiring, pay and policy, work separation, post-employment problems, and employment law-related websites.

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You can contact our local Business Services Unit at (806) 345-1341 for assistance, to get answers, or to place your openings by speaking to a live person.

When businesses close plants or lay off workers, Workforce Solutions Panhandle can provide immediate on-site services to assist workers facing job losses. Rapid Response provides early intervention assistance designed to transition workers to their next employment as soon as possible.

We provide an internet-based matching system, WorkInTexas, that provides a list of applicants who match your job posting requirements.

In an effort to secure the best results for your hiring event and to provide our recruiters ample time to promote the event with our job seekers, we kindly ask that you allow at least one week for planning prior to the event date. Please note for tracking and compliance purposes you will need to provide us with a hire list at the conclusion of your event.

To schedule a hiring event, contact the Business Services Unit at (806) 345-1341.

Because we are state and federally funded, there is no charge for the basic services we provide to Texas employers.  

By clicking on the following links, online services are available to:

• Establish a new unemployment tax account 
• File wage reports and pay unemployment tax
• Update and review the status of your tax account

We provide free job postings, recruiting, screening and the referral of job seekers to open positions. We also provide hiring events and interview rooms to assist in applicant selection. Call us today to find out how we can assist you with your business needs.

Yes, all job postings provide priority of service to veterans for the first 48 hours but can be extended for the duration of the posting.

There are several resources at available to upgrade the skills of your current employees or train new employees with a specific skill set. Let us help you to determine which resources to pursue which could assist you in moving your organization forward. Below are a few of the opportunities we have to train your workforce:

• Skills for Small Business
• Skills Development Fund
• Texas Industry Partnership
• High Demand Job Training
• Texas Mutual Insurance/Amarillo College Free Safety Classes

Please feel free to reach out to our Business Services Unit for further information.

All we require is a federal employer identification number (FEIN). If you have a Texas UI tax number (TWC ID) that will be included in your account setup.