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Smithfield, VA Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (4% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 23% from the last 14 days)
  • Net hiring is positive (+8 this week — 15 added vs 7 removed)

Smithfield, VA job market overview (May 2026)

The Smithfield, VA job market is currently cooling, with signs of slowing hiring activity. Out of 93 active job postings tracked here, 53% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in store supervisor / manager and retail associate, with consumer goods as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect longer response times from employers — many roles sit open for over a month.
  • Best opportunities are in store supervisor / manager and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Smithfield, VA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Smithfield, VA.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager8
  • Retail Associate6
  • Director5
  • Data Analyst2
  • Crew / Cashier2
  • Legal2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Managers, All Other23
  • Management Analysts6
  • Software Developers3
  • Production2
  • Human Resources Specialists2
  • Accountants and Auditors2

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Consumer Goods66
  • Retail22
  • Food Service / Restaurants12

Employment mix

  • Unspecified93 · 100%

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