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Virginia Employment Commission

600 Butler Farm Road, Suite B,
Peninsula Workforce Development Center
Hampton, VA 23666

(757) 865-5800

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Contact Information

Main
(757) 865-5800
Toll-Free
(866) 832-2363

Who We Are

The center is a full service facility where a wide range of employment, training, and career education program services are available to employers, workers, job seekers, and youth. Staff make available job search assistance to individuals. The services available to workers include job referral and placement, referral to training, and job search skill building activities. Staff assist employers by screening and referring applicants for job vacancies, providing critical labor market information for business and economic planning, and coordinating Employer Advisory Committee activities across the state.

If you are filing a claim for Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits in Virginia it is recommended that you use our online services as a first option since you will be able to reach the Virginia Employment Commission quicker online than by telephone. Internet claim filing can be accessed from our Unemployment Insurance Web Site.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Gloucester County
,
Hampton City
,
Newport News City
,
Poquoson City
,
York County

Age Requirements
0-5
,
6-12
,
13-21
,
22-55
,
56-60
,
60+
Family
No
Other Eligibility Criteria
Legally eligible to work in the United States

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
This office has the option to adjust hours of service based on local community and/or agency needs. It is suggested that you contact the office to determine their specific hours of operation.

Intake Process
Walk in; self-referral; written application required.
Self Refer
Yes