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Commercial drivers in Arkansas are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's regulation. These Regulations apply to any driver operating a commercial vehicle that requires a commercial diver's license(CDL)

Deciding on your next career move can be an overwhelming decision. Working for the State means working alongside others who want to make a difference in the lives of Arkansans. To make the decision easier, we have put together a new streamlined site to help you find your next career opportunity. You can search open positions and apply directly from this site. You can also join the talent community and receive email alerts on your tablet or smartphone. It's a great resource if you are looking for a rewarding career in public service.

The Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs serves Arkansas Veterans and their eligible dependents through advocacy and education to access federal and state benefits, high-quality long-term nursing care, and burial honors.

Using the convenience of the Internet, Driver Watch is a new tool to monitor the validity of any commercial driver's license issued in Arkansas. Through scheduled driver status checks of Arkansas driving records — bi-monthly, monthly, quarterly or semi-annually — Driver Watch keeps an eye on the drivers that you have listed in your Driver Watch List and makes the results available online when you need it, anytime of the day or night. For an additional fee, Driver Watch will perform driver status checks every other Monday and notify you via e-mail of any changes to the status of the license. If the status has changed, a full driving record will be pulled and made available online immediately.

The directory is compiled by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture and provides information on species, crops, soil types and management practices. It also includes specific details regarding each forester's services, including address and phone number.

Online Renewals for Registered Foresters. Renewing online is a convenient way to submit your renewal. However, do not wait until the last minute to renew online. You will be charged a late fee if you renew after December 31st of the current calendar year. Please allow 10 business days for processing and mailing of your license. The Arkansas Board of Registration for Foresters is not set up to accept any payments over the phone. There are four simple steps to renewing your license online: Enter your RF Number and your Date of Birth. Review, update and complete your contact and renewal information. Pay renewal fees with MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express. View and print receipt page (this is confirmation of payment only). Note: You will be offered an opportunity to print a receipt during the payment process online. Obtaining a transaction number does not constitute completion of the renewal process. All renewal fees are non-refundable. Once your renewal application has been processed and approved, your license will be mailed to you. License renewals for 2024 will NOT be accepted until November 15, 2023.

The Arkansas Teacher Retirement System is a defined benefit retirement plan established by state law for public school and other public education employees in Arkansas. It is administered as a "qualified" government sponsored retirement plan under the provisions of IRS § 401(a). The state statutes, Arkansas Code § 24-7-201 et. seq., containing the benefit provisions for the plan are supplemented by ATRS Rules and Regulations. These laws and rules describe retirement benefits available and the conditions under which an ATRS member or beneficiary is eligible to receive them. A member becomes eligible for benefits in the ATRS plan by accruing Service Credit and salary with a Participating Employer.

The Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy offers an online application for Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license applicants. The online system allows applicants to complete and submit their applications, as well as monitor the status of their applications. The online application also includes instructions and guidance to help applicants with the process.

The Arkansas Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program provides unemployment benefits to individuals who are self-employed, independent contractors, gig workers, or other individuals who are not eligible for traditional unemployment insurance benefits. The PUA program was created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and is intended to provide financial support to individuals who have been impacted by the pandemic. To be eligible for PUA benefits in Arkansas, individuals must have been impacted by COVID-19 in certain ways, such as being diagnosed with COVID-19, caring for a family member who has COVID-19, or being unable to work due to COVID-19 related reasons. Additionally, individuals must meet other eligibility requirements related to their work history and earnings. The Arkansas PUA program is administered by the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services.

This service is offered by Arkansas.gov to facilitate the exchange of information between real estate professionals and firms that desire to recruit such individuals. Real Estate candidates or licensees who are seeking career opportunities in real estate can easily submit and update their profiles. Real Estate firms and brokers can download the information from INA for a small fee.

The Arkansas Regular Unemployment service is a program that provides financial support to eligible individuals who have lost their jobs due to reasons beyond their control, such as layoffs or business closures. The program is administered by the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services.

Federal and State law requires employers to report newly hired and re-hired employees in Arkansas to the Arkansas New Hire Reporting Center. This site will provide you with information about reporting new hires including reporting online and other reporting options!

The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services (ADWS) provides the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax Employer Registration service, which is designed to help businesses and employers in Arkansas comply with the state's unemployment insurance requirements. Employers can register for the UI tax program online using ADWS's EZ Tax Registration system, where they provide their business information and receive an Employer Account Number (EAN). The UI tax program requires employers to file quarterly reports and pay unemployment insurance taxes as required by state law, which provides financial support to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. The UI Tax Employer Registration service is an essential resource for employers in Arkansas, helping to ensure that they are in compliance with state laws and providing necessary support to workers.

The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services (ADWS) provides the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Wage and Tax Filing service, which is designed to help businesses and employers in Arkansas comply with the state's unemployment insurance requirements. The service allows employers to file their quarterly wage reports and pay their UI taxes online using ADWS's EZ Tax Filing system. Employers can view their account information, including their Employer Account Number (EAN), wage reports, tax balances, and payment history, and make any necessary updates to their account information. This service ensures timely and accurate filing of quarterly wage reports and payments, which helps provide financial support to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. The UI Wage and Tax Filing service is an important tool for employers in Arkansas to stay compliant with state laws and provide necessary support to workers.

The Arkansas Workers' Compensation Insurance Non-Coverage Certificate Holder Search is a service provided by the Arkansas Workers' Compensation Commission that allows users to verify whether a business or employer has obtained a Non-Coverage Certificate (NCC) for workers' compensation insurance.

The Arkansas Workers' Compensation Opinions Database Bulk Download is a service provided by the Arkansas Workers' Compensation Commission that allows users to download a large dataset of workers' compensation opinions in bulk.

The Arkansas Workers' Compensation Insurance Coverage Verification is a service provided by the Arkansas Workers' Compensation Commission to help employers and employees verify that an employer has the required workers' compensation insurance coverage.