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West Orange, NJ Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (7% appear duplicated)
  • Net hiring is positive (+4 this week — 6 added vs 2 removed)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 33% from the last 14 days)

West Orange, NJ job market overview (May 2026)

The West Orange, NJ job market is currently cooling, with a mix of fresh hiring and slower-moving roles. Out of 30 active job postings tracked here, 37% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in beauty advisor / stylist and delivery driver, with food service / restaurants as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Expect a typical mix of fast and slow-moving roles.
  • Best opportunities are in beauty advisor / stylist and delivery driver.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

West Orange, NJ job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in West Orange, NJ.

Top categories

  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist4
  • Delivery Driver3
  • Restaurant Manager / GM3
  • Store Supervisor / Manager2
  • Crew / Cashier2
  • Cook / Kitchen2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers2
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants17
  • Healthcare7
  • Retail6
  • Consumer Goods6
  • Real Estate6

Employment mix

  • Unspecified28 · 93%
  • Temporary1 · 3%
  • Full-time1 · 3%

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