The New Jersey Pay Transparency law went into effect on June 1, 2025.
What does this require?
Every job posting (both internal and external) for a new job or a transfer opportunity must clearly state:
- The hourly wage or salary or a specific range
- A general description of benefits
- A general description of other compensation programs (such as bonuses, commissions).
With regard to promotions, employers must make reasonable efforts to notify current employees in the affected department(s). That includes promotions you plan to advertise externally. You do not need to give notice if the promotion is based solely on seniority or performance or if it is a temporary or emergency promotion due to unforeseen events. Under this law, a “promotion” means both a title change and an increase in pay.
Who does this apply to?
This law applies to all NJ based businesses with 10 or more employees during 20+ calendar weeks that does business, employs people or accepts applications in New Jersey for employment in the State of New Jersey.
The penalties under this law are up to $300 for the first offense and up to $600 for each additional offense. Complaints will be handled by the New Jersey Department of Labor
All New Jersey companies should take a look at this law and it’s requirements to ensure that they are not in violation of these requirements. It is definitely a change in how most employers list job postings. All postings should be dated, documented and compliant with this new law.
If you have any questions on how your postings should look, or if you have further questions about the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law, please do not hesitate to contact Susan Hodges, Esquire at shodges@parkermccay.com