Employment
Where can I find a list of job openings for the state of New Jersey?
The Civil Service Commission Job Vacancy Announcements lists the employment opportunities currently available with the state.
Is exam information for civil service employment posted on the web?
Yes. The Civil Service Commission website has information about evaluation methods used for public service jobs.
Do veterans get preference in employee selection for NJ State Jobs?
Yes. New Jersey's merit system provides absolute veterans preference in employee selection. This means that qualified veterans are placed at the top of an open competitive employment list ahead of non-veterans regardless of their scores. Disabled veterans and veterans are placed on promotional lists according to their scores, but they have preference over non-veterans when a disabled veteran or veteran is at the top of a certification of the list to an appointing authority.
For information on obtaining Veterans Preference on CSC examinations, you must apply to the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (Phone: 1-888-865-8387) by completing the Civil Service Veterans Preference Claim Form.
How can I obtain an application for the State Police?
The State Police recruitment page takes you through the process of applying for the State Police.
Where can I find information about pensions and benefits for state employees?
The Division of Pensions and Benefits website contains information on a variety of topics related to pensions and benefits for public employees.
What kind of career services does NJ offer?
The NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development offers a multitude of Career Services for job seekers and employers.
Where can I find job training opportunities?
The Human Resource Development Institute webpage contains course descriptions, online registration, and a list of their current offerings.
Where can I find a list of sample questions that are often asked on job interviews?
Currently, New Jersey does not have a list of sample job interview questions. However, thoughtful preparation for an interview can set you apart as the "candidate of choice" for a potential employer. As you will likely be competing with several candidates for a single position, take a look at these tools that will help set you apart during an interview as the ideal candidate for a position.
How do I file for unemployment?
The Department of Labor and Workforce Development has a webpage dedicated to unemployment insurance, including information on how to file and frequently asked questions about unemployment.
Where can I find unemployment and employment rates in NJ?
The Department of Labor and Workforce Development provides the unemployment rate in New Jersey and other labor market information.
What is the minimum wage in New Jersey?
The NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development website's Wage and Hour Compliance FAQs for workers section has the most up-do-date information regarding New Jersey's minimum wage.
Please refer to New Jersey's Minimum Wage Chart for scheduled increases.
Where can I find information on workplace health and safety?
The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) monitors, identifies and quantifies risks to the health of workers, and provides programs and information to promote workplace health and safety.
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