Bill > S3509

This bill requires employers and third-party job posting companies to provide more transparency and accountability in job postings by mandating several key requirements. Employers must now disclose whether a job posting is for an existing vacancy, and if so, provide an estimated timeframe for filling the position. For postings without an existing vacancy, employers must include a disclaimer and can only post such listings if they have hired for similar roles multiple times in the past year, with the posting expiring after 90 days. The bill also requires employers to remove job postings within two weeks of a position being filled or within 30 days of the original posting. After interviewing a candidate, employers must provide a clear response about the position's status and potential timeline for a decision. The Department of Labor and Workforce Development can audit job posting practices and investigate violations. Employers can be fined up to $300 for a first offense and $600 for subsequent offenses, with each week of non-compliance considered a separate violation. The bill defines key terms like "interview" and specifies that a position is considered filled on the first day the selected candidate begins work, aiming to increase job market transparency and reduce uncertainty for job seekers.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3509