NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development Extends Closings Amid COVID-19

Online, Virtual Services Remain Available

TRENTON – In the ongoing effort to balance public safety with public service, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development has extended the closing of its facilities to the public due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency. The anticipated reopening of all One-Stop Career Centers and Labor Department headquarters at 1 John Fitch Way in Trenton is Monday, June 29, 2020.

The Labor Department will continue to monitor the situation closely due to concern for the health and safety of customers and staff.

Though One-Stop Career Centers and other offices have been closed since mid-March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department has provided services remotely. This includes:

• Re-employment Services
• Business Support Services
• Family Leave Insurance
• Temporary Disability Insurance
• Workers’ Compensation
• Wage & Hour Compliance
• Occupational Health and Safety
• More

Additionally, Workers’ Compensation hearings are continuing virtually, at this time.

These online services are available at nj.gov/labor. Residents are encouraged to check the site often with the latest information on programs, benefits and services for those impacted by the virus.

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