Services
The Employment Service in Ashkelon: how to register and look for work
The Employment Service (Lishkat Ta'asuka) branch in Ashkelon is at 9 Katznelson Street; the branch phone number is 077-271-8800. Registering there establishes jobseeker status, which also matters for claiming unemployment benefits from Bituach Leumi.
The branch's reception schedule is: Sunday, Wednesday and Friday from 08:30 to 11:30 and 12:30 to 14:30, and Monday and Thursday from 08:30 to 13:30. Registration for new jobseekers is accepted only until 11:00, so it's worth planning the visit with time to spare.
Beyond registering jobseeker status, the branch helps with job matching and career guidance; nationwide job listings are published on the taasuka.gov.il portal. For questions, you can email the branch or call the number listed above.
FAQ
- Where is the Employment Service branch in Ashkelon?
- At 9 Katznelson Street, phone 077-271-8800.
- Until what time can I register for the first time?
- New jobseeker registration is accepted only until 11:00.
- Why register with the employment service?
- It's a requirement for claiming unemployment benefits from Bituach Leumi and for getting job-search assistance.
- Where can I browse nationwide job listings?
- On the taasuka.gov.il portal, which lists current job openings.
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Updated: 2 July