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FAQ - Unemployment
- What is the maximum benefit?
The maximum benefit is 60% of Average Weekly Wage up to a maximum amount of $560 per week (for claims filed in 2008) up to 26 weeks.
- Are benefits taxable?
Yes, they are subject to federal income taxes.
- What employee types are eligible?
Salaried faculty/staff (Type 1), hourly casual (Type 4), part time lecturers (Type 7), coadjutant casual employees (Type 8).
- What employee types are not eligible?
Student hourly (Type 5), TAs/GAs (Type 6) post docs (Type 9).
- What deduction on my paycheck represents unemployment tax?
The deduction is listed as “WD/HC”.
- When should I file a claim?
You should always file as soon as possible after you become unemployed. Your claim will be dated the Sunday of the week in which you file.
- Who should file a claim?
If you become unemployed for reasons beyond your control, you should file a claim. If you voluntarily resign without good cause or retire voluntarily, you may be disqualified.
- What if I was discharged from my job due to misconduct?
You may be disqualified from benefits for the week in which the conduct occurred and for the next five weeks. After that period you may be eligible to collect benefits.
- How do I file a claim?
To file a claim, contact a Telephone Reemployment Call Center:
Northeast NJ, 201-601-4100; Central NJ, 732-761-2020; South NJ, 856-507-2340; or
file online.
- When do I get my first check?
Generally, the 3rd week after filing your claim (checks are always mailed).
- What else must I do to continue benefits?
Your unemployment check will include instructions for claiming weekly benefits. You may be requested to meet with a claims officer or attend a reemployment orientation.
- What if my claim is denied?
You will have 7 calendar days to submit a written appeal.
