Mayor’s Office of Employment – Newark, NJ

Mayor’s Office of Employment – Newark

The Mayor’s Office of Employment, operating under the brand NewarkWORKS, serves as the city’s primary workforce development agency and American Job Center. Located at 55 Liberty Street, this municipal office is dedicated to connecting Newark residents with sustainable employment opportunities and providing businesses with qualified candidates. The agency works in close partnership with the Newark Workforce Development Board and the New Jersey Department of Labor to administer federally funded training and placement programs.

Workforce Development Services

• Career Counseling: Professional guidance for job seekers, including individualized employment plans (IEP), resume writing assistance, and interview preparation workshops.
• Vocational Training: Administration of tuition waivers and training grants for eligible residents to obtain certifications in high-demand sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and logistics.
• Youth Programs: Management of the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) and year-round educational support for residents ages 16-24, focusing on GED preparation and soft skills development.

Employer and Community Resources

• Business Services: Recruitment assistance, candidate pre-screening, and information on On-the-Job Training (OJT) wage reimbursement contracts for local employers.
• Unemployment Support: Public access computers and staff assistance for individuals navigating the New Jersey unemployment insurance system.
• Specialized Populations: Targeted services for veterans, individuals with disabilities, and re-entry support for citizens returning from incarceration.

The office aims to reduce the unemployment rate in Newark by removing barriers to employment and fostering economic growth. Residents visiting the center should be prepared to present identification and proof of residency to access certain funded programs.