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Beckley, WV Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 9% from the last 14 days)
  • Few reposted listings (16% appear duplicated)
  • High share of long-open postings (61% open 30+ days)

Beckley, WV job market overview (May 2026)

The Beckley, WV job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 77 active job postings tracked here, 61% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in cook / kitchen and store supervisor / manager, with food service / restaurants as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in cook / kitchen and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Beckley, WV job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Beckley, WV.

Top categories

  • Cook / Kitchen15
  • Store Supervisor / Manager13
  • Retail Associate11
  • Server / Host8
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist6
  • Crew / Cashier4

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Cooks, Restaurant5
  • Retail Salespersons4
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers4
  • Dishwashers3
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop2

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants38
  • Retail37
  • Consumer Goods8
  • Transportation & Logistics1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified71 · 92%
  • Part-time4 · 5%
  • Temporary2 · 3%

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