Idaho Department of Labor

What Idaho Department of Labor does

Idaho Department of Labor is a state government agency, founded in 1939, that administers unemployment insurance, workforce development programs, and labor market information services for the State of Idaho. The agency serves all Idaho job seekers, employers, unemployment insurance claimants, veterans, people with disabilities, and farmworkers through a hybrid service delivery model combining a statewide network of seven regional offices (Boise, Post Falls, Lewiston, Caldwell, Twin Falls, Pocatello, Idaho Falls) plus mobile locations with 24/7 online self-service portals. Leadership is provided by Director Jani Revier under Governor Brad Little, with a total headcount of 501–1,000 employees.

The agency's core technology platform consists of four integrated systems: IdahoWorks (a job search and employer recruitment portal at idahoworks.gov), the iUS Claimant Portal (secure self-service for unemployment insurance benefits, weekly certifications, payments, and 1099-G tax documents), the iUS Employer Portal (UI tax filing, wage reporting, new hire reporting, and benefit charge management), and the Idaho Business Registration System (IBRS) — a unified registration gateway that coordinates with the Idaho State Tax Commission and Idaho Industrial Commission. Identity verification for UI claimants is handled through a partnership with ID.me, benefit payments are disbursed via direct deposit or U.S. Bank ReliaCard, and the agency participates in the national SIDES E-Response system for electronic employer responses to UI claims. Supporting services include JobScape (career exploration), registered apprenticeships (with a Governor's goal to double enrollment by end of 2029), formal UI appeals adjudication, and dedicated programs for veterans (serving Idaho's 124,000+ veteran population), people with disabilities, and migrant/seasonal farmworkers.

Idaho Department of Labor is funded through a combination of employer unemployment insurance taxes (experience-rated, 0.208%–5.400% effective January 1, 2026, with a standard rate of 1.000%), federal grants (WIOA, Trade Adjustment Assistance, JVSG), and state appropriations — there is no fee-for-service pricing, and all services are free to job seekers and employers. The agency is governed as a public sector entity accountable to Idaho taxpayers rather than operating as a commercial enterprise, and the business model is therefore characterized by stable, tax-and-appropriation-funded operations rather than revenue growth or profitability.

Name

Idaho Department of Labor

Legal name

Idaho Department of Labor

Website

https://labor.idaho.gov

Company type

Private

Founded year

1939

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Idaho Department of Labor is a state government agency administering unemployment insurance, workforce development, and labor market information services for Idaho job seekers, employers, claimants, and veterans through a statewide network of regional offices and online portals (IdahoWorks, iUS Claimant/Employer Portals, IBRS), funded by employer UI taxes and federal grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Workforce and Employment Services

NAICS

Administration of Human Resource Programs (923), Employment Placement Agencies (561311)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361), Insurance Agents, Brokers & Service (6411)

akta.pro primary industry

State/Provincial Labor, Employment Standards & Workforce Development Administration (BPAIABAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Unemployment Insurance & Employment Support Benefits (BPAIAKAB), Labor & Employment Administration (Workforce Regulation & Programs) (BPAIAAAM)

Keywords

• Unemployment insurance administration
• Workforce development services
• Job seeker employment services
• Employer tax reporting
• Labor market information

Headquarters

HQ city

Salmon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Unemployment Insurance Tax Collection: Idaho employers pay unemployment insurance taxes based on their experience rating (ratio of benefits charged to taxable wages paid). Tax rates vary by class, ranging from 0.208% to 5.400% effective January 1, 2026. The standard rate is 1.000%. Revenue funds unemployment benefits for eligible claimants.
2. Employer Tax and Wage Reporting Services: Free online services for employers to report wages, pay taxes, and manage unemployment insurance accounts. The agency provides SIDES E-Response for employers to respond to benefit claims requests.
3. Federal Grants and State Funding: The department receives federal funding through grants for workforce development programs including WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), Trade Adjustment Assistance, and other workforce training initiatives.

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Idaho Department of Labor administers the state's unemployment insurance system, connecting Idaho job seekers with Idaho employers through free digital portals and in-person office services. It collects UI taxes from employers based on experience rating, processes unemployment claims and weekly certifications, runs the statewide IdahoWorks job board, registers new businesses through IBRS, and delivers workforce development programs (WIOA, apprenticeships, veterans services) funded by employer taxes and federal grants.

Product overview

Idaho Department of Labor operates as a state government agency offering a platform-plus-services model. The core digital infrastructure consists of IdahoWorks (job search and employer recruitment), the iUS Claimant Portal (unemployment insurance claims management), and the iUS Employer Portal (tax and wage reporting), all integrated through the Idaho Business Registration System for new business setup. Supporting services include JobScape for career exploration, SIDES E-Response for employer claims responses, apprenticeships for workforce training, local office and mobile services, and a formal UI appeals process.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IdahoWorks: Job search portal for job seekers and employers in Idaho
• iUS Claimant Portal
• iUS Employer Portal
• Idaho Business Registration System (IBRS)

Products and services

• IdahoWorks Comprehensive statewide job search and employer recruitment platform. Job seekers can search job openings, create searchable profiles, build resumes, and receive email updates. Employers can post job openings, save searches, save resumes, and receive notifications of new candidate matches. Free for both job seekers and employers.
• iUS Claimant Portal Secure self-service system for unemployment insurance account management. Claimants can apply for UI benefits, file weekly certifications, view claim details and overpayment information, manage profiles, access benefit payments (direct deposit or ReliaCard), and download tax documents (1099-G). ID.me identity verification required for access.
• iUS Employer Portal (E-Services) Secure online system for employers to manage unemployment insurance tax accounts. Capabilities include filing UI tax reports, paying UI taxes, reporting newly hired employees, viewing benefit charges, updating profile information, and exporting QuickBooks data for wage reporting. Free for Idaho employers.
• Idaho Business Registration System (IBRS) Online registration system that assists business owners with coordinated registration across the Idaho Department of Labor, Idaho State Tax Commission, and Idaho Industrial Commission. Supports permits including sales tax, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, and workers' compensation insurance notification.
• JobScape Career search tool that helps Idaho job seekers explore career paths, research training opportunities, and make informed career decisions.
• SIDES E-Response Electronic system enabling employers to respond to UI benefit claims requests online, meeting the seven-day response requirement to avoid being charged for benefits paid before appellate decisions.
• Regional Office and Mobile Location Services In-person services delivered through 7 regional offices (Boise, Post Falls, Lewiston, Caldwell, Twin Falls, Pocatello, Idaho Falls) plus mobile locations, offering job search assistance, unemployment insurance navigator support, computer access, career counseling, and events.
• Registered Apprenticeship Programs Registered Apprenticeship programs offering earn-while-you-learn opportunities with recognized certifications across various industries, including teacher apprenticeship programs.
• UI Appeals Process Formal appeals process where parties to UI appeals can present evidence and testimony to a hearing officer and receive fair and unbiased decisions on benefit determinations. Average appeals decision time: 22 days.
• UI Fraud Reporting and Identity Theft Services Reporting services for unemployment insurance fraud and identity theft, including a Fraud Tip Line (877-540-8638) and ID.me-backed identity verification to protect claimants.

Quantifiable outcome

• Processes 627 new unemployment claims per week and 5,085 weekly certifications
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ID.mecoreTechnology or IntegrationID.me serves as the trusted technology partner for identity verification in the Idaho unemployment insurance system. The partnership helps keep personal information safe by verifying claimants are who they claim to be before granting access to unemployment insurance accounts through the Claimant Portal. Idaho Department of Labor uses ID.me to prevent identity theft and fraud in the UI system.
• American Job Center NetworkcoreOthersIdaho Department of Labor is a proud partner of the American Job Center network, a nationwide system of workforce development centers providing standardized employment services, job training, and career resources to job seekers and employers.
• Idaho Division of Human ResourcesminorOthersPartner agency for veterans services providing information about state careers and employment opportunities for veterans in Idaho state government.
• Idaho Division of Veterans ServicesminorOthersPartner agency providing resources and support for Idaho veterans, coordinating with the Department of Labor's veterans employment services programs.
• Hire Heroes USAminorOthersNational veterans employment organization that partners with the Idaho Department of Labor to provide job search assistance, resume writing, and career coaching to Idaho veterans.
• Internal Revenue Service (IRS)minorOthersFederal agency providing Employer Identification Number (EIN) registration resources for Idaho employers, linked through the Idaho Business Registration System.
• Idaho State Tax CommissioncoreOthersPartner agency accessible through the Idaho Business Registration System (IBRS) for coordinated business registration including sales tax, income tax withholding, and other tax permits.
• Idaho Industrial CommissioncoreOthersPartner agency accessible through IBRS for workers' compensation insurance notification and coordination of workplace safety and insurance programs.
• U.S. Department of Labor Veterans ServicesminorOthersFederal veterans employment and training programs coordinated with Idaho's veteran services, including JOBs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) and other federal veteran employment initiatives.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Texas Workforce Commission: Texas's state labor agency operating WorkInTexas.com job board, UI claims, and workforce development. Same core mandate as Idaho DOL — UI administration, employer services, and apprenticeship programs — at much larger scale.
• California Employment Development Department (EDD): Largest U.S. state labor agency administering UI, workforce development, and labor market information for California. Directly comparable function and mandate, scaled to a much larger economy; useful benchmark for service scope and digital infrastructure.
• New York State Department of Labor: Administers UI, job search, and workforce programs across New York state via its NYS Career Centers network and online portals. Directly parallel mandate and service model to Idaho Department of Labor.

Direct peers

• Washington State Employment Security Department: Northwestern peer administering UI benefits, Job Match job board, and workforce development for Washington state. Closest geographic and population-scale match to Idaho DOL; useful benchmark for portal design and processing timelines.
• Colorado Department of Labor and Employment: Manages UI claims, ConnectingColorado job matching system, and apprenticeship programs. Comparable mid-size state agency with similar online portal-driven service model.
• Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR): Administers UI, Nevada JobConnect employment services, and workforce training. Similar Western state demographic and rural service profile; directly comparable operating model.
• Montana Department of Labor and Industry: Adjacent small-population state labor agency administering UI and workforce services. Closest functional peer by scale and rural geography; useful comparison for cost efficiency.
• Oregon Employment Department: Administers unemployment insurance, iMatchSkills job bank, and workforce development programs in Oregon. Nearest geographic peer to Idaho DOL with similar workforce mix and rural/urban service delivery challenges.
• Wyoming Department of Workforce Services: Smallest-population peer administering UI, Wyoming at Work job bank, and workforce development. Functionally identical mandate with similar rural delivery challenges as Idaho DOL.

Others

• American Job Center Network (U.S. Department of Labor): Federal workforce development network of which Idaho DOL is a partner. Provides national infrastructure and standardized service framework that Idaho DOL extends with state-specific portals and programs.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/idahojob
• YouTubeyoutube.com/idahodeptoflabor
• Facebookfacebook.com/Idahojobs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/idaho-department-of-labor
• Instagraminstagram.com/idaholabor

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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