NJ Labor Department
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Official Bluesky account of the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development. Opportunity. Stability. Dignity.
🚀 Elevate Your Future with NJDOL's iLead 2026 #Internship Program! We're seeking passionate interns eager to cultivate leadership skills and make a difference. Be part of a community that shapes tomorrow's leaders!👉 Fill out an interest form here: ow.ly/1b4e50XKla6
December 16, 2025 at 3:24 PM
🚀 Elevate Your Future with NJDOL's iLead 2026 #Internship Program! We're seeking passionate interns eager to cultivate leadership skills and make a difference. Be part of a community that shapes tomorrow's leaders!👉 Fill out an interest form here: ow.ly/1b4e50XKla6
Preliminary employment and labor force estimates for September produced by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show NJ's total nonfarm employment increased by 10,900 jobs to reach a seasonally-adjusted level of 4,401,800. The state’s unemployment rate rose by 0.2%.
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Read more: ow.ly/fRzk50XHv3P
December 11, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Preliminary employment and labor force estimates for September produced by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show NJ's total nonfarm employment increased by 10,900 jobs to reach a seasonally-adjusted level of 4,401,800. The state’s unemployment rate rose by 0.2%.
Read more: ow.ly/fRzk50XHv3P
Read more: ow.ly/fRzk50XHv3P
🎖️ Join us in celebrating the courage and dedication of the 249,800 #veterans who call the Garden State home in NJDOL’s latest Labor Market Spotlight. Dive into the full report to see how NJ veterans contribute to our state’s diversity and strength: ow.ly/juQ650Xyjrj
November 26, 2025 at 6:21 PM
🎖️ Join us in celebrating the courage and dedication of the 249,800 #veterans who call the Garden State home in NJDOL’s latest Labor Market Spotlight. Dive into the full report to see how NJ veterans contribute to our state’s diversity and strength: ow.ly/juQ650Xyjrj
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No company should be allowed to exploit workers and deny them their rightful wages. Proud to once again reach a settlement that will benefit employees who have been denied fair wages and benefits.
Together with NJ Labor Department, I will always stand up for workers.
www.njoag.gov/attorney-gen...
Together with NJ Labor Department, I will always stand up for workers.
www.njoag.gov/attorney-gen...
November 25, 2025 at 4:27 PM
No company should be allowed to exploit workers and deny them their rightful wages. Proud to once again reach a settlement that will benefit employees who have been denied fair wages and benefits.
Together with NJ Labor Department, I will always stand up for workers.
www.njoag.gov/attorney-gen...
Together with NJ Labor Department, I will always stand up for workers.
www.njoag.gov/attorney-gen...
Big win for NJ workers! @newjerseyoag.bsky.social & NJDOL Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo secured a $345K settlement with Bergen County truck driving school for misclassifying instructors. Misclassification denies rightful pay & benefits—NJ won't stand for it!
Read more: ow.ly/Akjl50XxMse
Read more: ow.ly/Akjl50XxMse
November 25, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Big win for NJ workers! @newjerseyoag.bsky.social & NJDOL Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo secured a $345K settlement with Bergen County truck driving school for misclassifying instructors. Misclassification denies rightful pay & benefits—NJ won't stand for it!
Read more: ow.ly/Akjl50XxMse
Read more: ow.ly/Akjl50XxMse
NJDOL is thrilled to announce the Paid Leave Navigator Pilot in Mercer County, helping new parents access essential state benefits like Temporary Disability Insurance and Family Leave Insurance. Learn more about how we're supporting New Jersey families: ow.ly/ubMz50XuOFl
November 20, 2025 at 4:54 PM
NJDOL is thrilled to announce the Paid Leave Navigator Pilot in Mercer County, helping new parents access essential state benefits like Temporary Disability Insurance and Family Leave Insurance. Learn more about how we're supporting New Jersey families: ow.ly/ubMz50XuOFl
NJDOL is rolling out $2.5 million in funding through the NJBUILD Women and Minorities in Construction Trades grant program. Read the press release: ow.ly/jhh650XrNvs
November 14, 2025 at 4:12 PM
NJDOL is rolling out $2.5 million in funding through the NJBUILD Women and Minorities in Construction Trades grant program. Read the press release: ow.ly/jhh650XrNvs
NJDOL announced #unemployment insurance claims data for the week ending November 8, 2025. Initial UI claims rose to 12,980, a 34.1% increase from the previous week’s total. Continued claims rose by 2.3%. Read the full release for detailed insights: ow.ly/IQOy50XriQh
November 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
NJDOL announced #unemployment insurance claims data for the week ending November 8, 2025. Initial UI claims rose to 12,980, a 34.1% increase from the previous week’s total. Continued claims rose by 2.3%. Read the full release for detailed insights: ow.ly/IQOy50XriQh
NJDOL is thrilled to announce $3 million in funding for the 5th round of the CARE program! This initiative supports outreach, education, and technical assistance to boost equitable access to labor rights and benefits for NJ workers. For more information: ow.ly/G9Vh50XrhGC
November 13, 2025 at 6:27 PM
NJDOL is thrilled to announce $3 million in funding for the 5th round of the CARE program! This initiative supports outreach, education, and technical assistance to boost equitable access to labor rights and benefits for NJ workers. For more information: ow.ly/G9Vh50XrhGC
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Today, I was proud to witness an agreement between the New Jersey Department of Labor and the Consulate of Mexico – ensuring Mexican American workers in New Jersey have the protections and resources they deserve. 🇲🇽 🇺🇸
November 6, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Today, I was proud to witness an agreement between the New Jersey Department of Labor and the Consulate of Mexico – ensuring Mexican American workers in New Jersey have the protections and resources they deserve. 🇲🇽 🇺🇸
NJDOL was proud to present awards for the first time at this year's GSETA Conference! Congratulations to our four honorees - two Workforce Development partners and two valued employees, including two veterans. Thank you for your inspiring dedication to workforce excellence!
October 29, 2025 at 1:14 PM
NJDOL was proud to present awards for the first time at this year's GSETA Conference! Congratulations to our four honorees - two Workforce Development partners and two valued employees, including two veterans. Thank you for your inspiring dedication to workforce excellence!
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). NJDOL is committed to ensuring that survivors and their loved ones have the support and protections they need in the workplace. Learn more at www.nj.gov/labor/surviv....
October 20, 2025 at 4:23 PM
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). NJDOL is committed to ensuring that survivors and their loved ones have the support and protections they need in the workplace. Learn more at www.nj.gov/labor/surviv....
NJ federal employees affected by the government #shutdown may be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits. NJDOL is committed to supporting federal #furloughed workers during this time. Read the press release: ow.ly/FquY50X5gxM
October 1, 2025 at 7:51 PM
NJ federal employees affected by the government #shutdown may be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits. NJDOL is committed to supporting federal #furloughed workers during this time. Read the press release: ow.ly/FquY50X5gxM
NJDOL announced $8 million in funding through GAINS and PACE grants to boost #apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs in New Jersey! 🔗 For more information or to apply: ow.ly/GOvB50X4uAA
October 1, 2025 at 2:31 PM
NJDOL announced $8 million in funding through GAINS and PACE grants to boost #apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs in New Jersey! 🔗 For more information or to apply: ow.ly/GOvB50X4uAA
If a government #shutdown occurs, federal employees in New Jersey may be eligible for support through the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL). 👉 Learn more about apply for unemployment benefits and check your eligibility here: ow.ly/Hl5J50X4t0T
September 30, 2025 at 4:33 PM
If a government #shutdown occurs, federal employees in New Jersey may be eligible for support through the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL). 👉 Learn more about apply for unemployment benefits and check your eligibility here: ow.ly/Hl5J50X4t0T
Ready for your next career move? Mark your calendar for September 25! Join NJDOL’s #JobFair to connect directly with recruiters, or register in advance for an on-site #interview.
See the flyer for more information: ow.ly/OpQV50WVfgR
See the flyer for more information: ow.ly/OpQV50WVfgR
September 11, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Ready for your next career move? Mark your calendar for September 25! Join NJDOL’s #JobFair to connect directly with recruiters, or register in advance for an on-site #interview.
See the flyer for more information: ow.ly/OpQV50WVfgR
See the flyer for more information: ow.ly/OpQV50WVfgR
NJDOL and @newjerseyoag.bsky.social announced an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance (AVC) with video game retailer #GameStop, Inc. to help raise awareness of New Jersey's Earned Sick Leave Law among the retailer's employees.
Read the full press release here: ow.ly/2umt50WU8Gr
Read the full press release here: ow.ly/2umt50WU8Gr
September 9, 2025 at 7:32 PM
NJDOL and @newjerseyoag.bsky.social announced an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance (AVC) with video game retailer #GameStop, Inc. to help raise awareness of New Jersey's Earned Sick Leave Law among the retailer's employees.
Read the full press release here: ow.ly/2umt50WU8Gr
Read the full press release here: ow.ly/2umt50WU8Gr
Know your #workrights and keep your money where it belongs. Your time is valuable – and you deserve to be paid for every minute. Learn how to protect your hard-earned money. Get empowered at myworkrights.nj.gov
August 20, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Know your #workrights and keep your money where it belongs. Your time is valuable – and you deserve to be paid for every minute. Learn how to protect your hard-earned money. Get empowered at myworkrights.nj.gov
NJDOL is committed to fostering a culture of safety and well-being for all NJ Workers, during this week and throughout the year. Join us in creating safer workplaces across the state! Check out resources for Public Safety & Occupational Safety and Health: ow.ly/CjHg50WAWgQ
August 11, 2025 at 2:16 PM
NJDOL is committed to fostering a culture of safety and well-being for all NJ Workers, during this week and throughout the year. Join us in creating safer workplaces across the state! Check out resources for Public Safety & Occupational Safety and Health: ow.ly/CjHg50WAWgQ
Discover how our state makes life's milestone moments unforgettable in NJDOL’s latest Labor Market Spotlight report. Click here to learn how Garden State hotels, caterers, wineries, and more help create opportunities for all: ow.ly/LjNr50WALnK
August 7, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Discover how our state makes life's milestone moments unforgettable in NJDOL’s latest Labor Market Spotlight report. Click here to learn how Garden State hotels, caterers, wineries, and more help create opportunities for all: ow.ly/LjNr50WALnK
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New Jersey's proposed rule codifying the ABC test is a critical step toward addressing worker misclassification - including in the platform economy, where millions are denied their rights.
@hrw.org strongly supports the rule by @njlabordept.bsky.social. Read our letter: www.hrw.org/news/2025/08...
@hrw.org strongly supports the rule by @njlabordept.bsky.social. Read our letter: www.hrw.org/news/2025/08...
August 5, 2025 at 5:27 PM
New Jersey's proposed rule codifying the ABC test is a critical step toward addressing worker misclassification - including in the platform economy, where millions are denied their rights.
@hrw.org strongly supports the rule by @njlabordept.bsky.social. Read our letter: www.hrw.org/news/2025/08...
@hrw.org strongly supports the rule by @njlabordept.bsky.social. Read our letter: www.hrw.org/news/2025/08...
NJDOL participated in Congressman Donald Norcross’s 8th Annual Constituent Fair on July 21. Our outreach team engaged with hundreds of residents and shared information on Work Rights, FLI, Social Security Disability, Workforce Development Employment Services, and Workforce 55+ services.
July 24, 2025 at 7:25 PM
NJDOL participated in Congressman Donald Norcross’s 8th Annual Constituent Fair on July 21. Our outreach team engaged with hundreds of residents and shared information on Work Rights, FLI, Social Security Disability, Workforce Development Employment Services, and Workforce 55+ services.
Six years since the Task Force on Employee Misclassification's report, NJDOL stands firm on worker protection! Thanks to @GovMurphy, key laws combat misclassification & ensure fair treatment. We've reclaimed millions in wages, ensuring rightful pay. Visit MyWorkRights.nj.gov.
July 15, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Six years since the Task Force on Employee Misclassification's report, NJDOL stands firm on worker protection! Thanks to @GovMurphy, key laws combat misclassification & ensure fair treatment. We've reclaimed millions in wages, ensuring rightful pay. Visit MyWorkRights.nj.gov.
Is your employer wrongly classifying you as an independent contractor? You may be losing out on benefits. Know your #workrights.
Learn more here: MyWorkRights.NJ.gov
Learn more here: MyWorkRights.NJ.gov
July 9, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Is your employer wrongly classifying you as an independent contractor? You may be losing out on benefits. Know your #workrights.
Learn more here: MyWorkRights.NJ.gov
Learn more here: MyWorkRights.NJ.gov
NJDOL's latest report showcases the power of Industry Partnerships in boosting NJ's business community and workforce. Discover how we're building strong public-private collaborations to create talent pipelines & strengthen our state's economic future here: ow.ly/nOag50WkB65
July 3, 2025 at 6:01 PM
NJDOL's latest report showcases the power of Industry Partnerships in boosting NJ's business community and workforce. Discover how we're building strong public-private collaborations to create talent pipelines & strengthen our state's economic future here: ow.ly/nOag50WkB65