NJ Job Market Improving

In New Jersey, want ads for managers and professionals are up about 5% over the past year (based on the month ending mid-May). That’s not overwhelming but it is a good sign of steadily rising job demand. The job growth is spread across all occupations, with a few hotspots such as public relations, property and construction managers,  and meeting and event planners.

What this means is that although job openings seem few and far between, the labor market is slowly improving.  If you are thinking of a career transition or re-entering the workforce, this summer is the time to clarify the kinds of work you want to do, revise your resume and do your industry and company research.