In the past, domestic workers—a group that includes house cleaners, nannies, and care workers—have been excluded from many labor protections. New Jersey’s new Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights, effective as of July 1, gives this important demographic the basic rights and benefits they deserve, including: ✔️ Payment of at least minimum wage ✔️ Protection against sexual harassment and discrimination ✔️ A written contract with their employer ✔️ More Learn more in our recent press release: https://ow.ly/Yv5h50Su3 New Jersey Attorney General's Office
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The New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) is raising awareness of several new laws and regulations in effect this summer that may impact certain workers and employers. These include the Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights, an increased federal salary threshold for overtime exemptions, an updated municipal Prevailing Wage Contract Threshold Amount, and new certified payroll reporting requirements for public works contractors. Read the press release for more info: https://ow.ly/PPAh50SAL6w
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The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) recently kicked off its fourth annual Youth Inclusion Initiative program, which partners with community-based organizations to give young people from overburdened communities the opportunity to learn about various careers in the environmental field. Several of the program’s guest speakers work alongside the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development (NJDOL) to open career pathways to sustainable green jobs for those from underserved communities. Read the NJDEP’s press release for more information: https://ow.ly/YY6V50SzS0M
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The New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) in July added the names of 10 businesses to its Workplace Accountability in Labor List (The WALL), bringing to 178 the number of employers that have failed to address their outstanding liabilities for violations of wage, benefit or tax laws. The 178 businesses posted to The WALL collectively owe $18 million – either directly to their workers or to the state for unpaid taxes or contributions. Read more: https://ow.ly/OHz750SzWqk
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Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo today jointly announced an agreement with Horseless Carriage Carrier, Inc.—a company that withheld unlawful deductions from their employees’ pay after illegally classifying them as independent contractors. The company agreed to pay $455,000 to settle the case and, together, affected workers will receive $364,000 in unpaid wages. Read the full press release here: https://ow.ly/K2Ez50SzPOr
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If you employ one or more domestic workers—such as nannies, house cleaners, or caregivers—in New Jersey, you may be required to provide them with a written contract, payment of at least the state minimum wage, meal and rest breaks, and more. Your caregiver helps take care of your family. NJ’s Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights helps ensure that you take care of them in return. Learn more about your employer responsibilities here: https://lnkd.in/e7NYFkzy #domesticworkers #workersrights
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ICYMI: ❗ Calling all #employers and #businesses in Middlesex County, NJ looking to hire talent in the #TDL and #AdvancedManufacturing industry 📣 If you are struggling to find qualified or entry-level industry professionals to join your team, then let us help! 📅 Thursday, July 18th from 10 AM - 1 PM ⏰ The Office of Workforce and Career Development is partnering with the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development and The net.America Corporation to hold the career exploration event "From Beginner to Expert: Find Your Place in Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics & Advanced Manufacturing"! 💼 The event provides the perfect opportunity to connect your hiring managers directly to industry talent. See below for more details. If you are interested in participating, please scan the QR code on the flyer below, or click this link to go to our registration form 📝 https://lnkd.in/gFnaYUu7 📧 If you have any questions, feel free to message us or email our Business Services Team at employers@co.middlesex.nj.us. #NJevents #JobFair #TransportationDiagnosticsLogistics #HiringOpportunity #MiddlesexCountyNJ
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The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development is dedicated to protecting our workforce, strengthening our businesses, and promoting the dignity of work. View open roles at NJDOL here: • Personnel Trainee – Trenton: https://ow.ly/wl7a50SxRn8 Apply by: July 15 • Analyst Trainee – Trenton: https://ow.ly/9H5G50SxRzQ Apply by: July 15 • Auditor Accountant Trainee – Trenton: https://ow.ly/zNeR50Q8uoj Open until filled • Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 – Various Locations: https://ow.ly/Sr8M50QrlRK Open until filled • Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 – Deaf Language Specialist - Various Locations: https://ow.ly/c3vK50Qrm8j Open until filled • Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 – Bilingual in Spanish and English - Various Locations: https://ow.ly/mpiy50QrmbP Open until filled • Employment Service Trainee – Trenton: https://ow.ly/Fq7F50QVNVM Open until filled • Construction Code Inspector 1 Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration – Trenton: https://ow.ly/FoHI50QHQP8 Open until filled • Construction Code Inspector 2, Mining (Competitive) – Trenton: https://ow.ly/NA9050QHQVv Open until filled • Senior Counsel, Uninsured Employers Fund, Division of Workers Compensation – Trenton: https://ow.ly/GR0850QHR7z Open until filled • Auditor Accountant Trainee-Trenton: https://ow.ly/yaSP50RatGw Open until filled NJDOL is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is committed to a harassment-free workplace for all employees and job applicants. See postings for full details. #job #jobs #hiring
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The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development is dedicated to protecting our workforce, strengthening our businesses, and promoting the dignity of work. View open roles at NJDOL here: • Mediator 1 – Trenton: https://ow.ly/C3Xa50Sk54l Apply by: July 7 • Auditor Accountant Trainee – Trenton: https://ow.ly/zNeR50Q8uoj Open until filled • Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 – Various Locations: https://ow.ly/Sr8M50QrlRK Open until filled • Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 – Deaf Language Specialist - Various Locations: https://ow.ly/c3vK50Qrm8j Open until filled • Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 – Bilingual in Spanish and English - Various Locations: https://ow.ly/mpiy50QrmbP Open until filled • Employment Service Trainee – Trenton: https://ow.ly/Fq7F50QVNVM Open until filled • Construction Code Inspector 1 Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration – Trenton: https://ow.ly/FoHI50QHQP8 Open until filled • Construction Code Inspector 2, Mining (Competitive) – Trenton: https://ow.ly/NA9050QHQVv Open until filled • Senior Counsel, Uninsured Employers Fund, Division of Workers Compensation – Trenton: https://ow.ly/GR0850QHR7z Open until filled • Auditor Accountant Trainee-Trenton: https://ow.ly/yaSP50RatGw Open until filled NJDOL is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is committed to a harassment-free workplace for all employees and job applicants. See postings for full details. #job #jobs #hiring
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Join the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) for a FREE 10-Hour OSHA-Authorized Outreach Training for Construction on September 4th and 6th at the Middlesex County Fire Academy. Stop by to learn more about OSHA 10 Construction regulations and gain awareness of common job-related safety and health hazards. To register, send an email to SafetyTraining@dol.nj.gov, and provide your full name, home address, phone number, and email address. 100%, in-person attendance is required on both days and no-shows will be prohibited from registering for future events. Learn more about New Jersey’s Public Safety and Occupational Safety and Health regulations here: https://ow.ly/fU1I50SriGN #OSHA #OSHAtraining
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