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Elizabeth, NJ Job Market Score

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  • Net hiring is positive (+13 this week — 26 added vs 13 removed)
  • Few reposted listings (19% appear duplicated)
  • Most postings refresh within a month (32% open 30+ days)

Elizabeth, NJ job market overview (May 2026)

The Elizabeth, NJ job market is currently stable, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 84 active job postings tracked here, 32% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in retail associate and store supervisor / manager, with retail as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect a typical mix of fast and slow-moving roles.
  • Best opportunities are in retail associate and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Elizabeth, NJ job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Elizabeth, NJ.

Top categories

  • Retail Associate23
  • Store Supervisor / Manager16
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist2
  • Pharmacy2
  • Therapist (PT / OT / Speech)2
  • Delivery Driver2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Retail Salespersons7
  • Stockers and Order Fillers5
  • Customer Service Representatives2
  • Physical Therapists2
  • Managers, All Other1
  • First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail65
  • Consumer Goods29
  • Food Service / Restaurants8
  • Healthcare7
  • Telecommunications3
  • Transportation & Logistics3

Employment mix

  • Unspecified61 · 73%
  • Part-time18 · 21%
  • Full-time3 · 4%
  • Temporary2 · 2%

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