The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD)

The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD) is the executive branch office of Massachusetts state government that provides oversight and assistance to the state’s businesses, workers, and jobseekers. Responsible for issues related to workforce development, labor relations, worker safety, and jobless benefits, the agency plays a vital role in the economic health and growth of the Commonwealth. EOLWD comprises five departments: • The Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) administers the Unemployment Insurance Program for unemployed Massachusetts workers. • The Department of Career Services (DCS) oversees Massachusetts' network of One-Stop Career Centers, providing job seekers with career guidance, training, and job referrals. • The Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA) manages the state’s Workers' Compensation system. • The Department of Labor Standards (DLS) protects workers' health and safety through education, training, and workplace assessment. • The Department of Labor Relations (DLR) investigates and adjudicates unfair labor practice charges and mediates labor disputes between employers and unions.