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Watertown, MA Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
  • Few reposted listings (10% appear duplicated)

Watertown, MA job market overview (June 2026)

The Watertown, MA job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 29 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in beauty advisor / stylist and retail associate, with retail 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 beauty advisor / stylist and retail associate.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Watertown, MA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Watertown, MA.

Top categories

  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist6
  • Retail Associate3
  • Crew / Cashier2
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead2
  • Restaurant Manager / GM2
  • Cook / Kitchen1

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1
  • Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Retail15
  • Consumer Goods13
  • Food Service / Restaurants11
  • Healthcare2
  • Manufacturing2
  • Technology1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified17 · 59%
  • Part-time9 · 31%
  • Full-time3 · 10%

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