About Jersey City, NJ Jobs
Jersey City Jobs: Overview
People are looking up in Jersey City. And when you do, you can’t help but notice the massive Colgate Clock with its neon red hands. It was built in 1924 to top the Colgate Soap and Perfumery Works. The factory was one of many located in the city’s six-block warehouse district, providing Jersey City jobs in the early 20th century. The Statue of Liberty also towers over the city. Although New York City has legal jurisdiction over the landmark, it’s actually located in Jersey City. If you prefer indoor sights, you can stargaze at North America’s largest planetarium in the Liberty Science Center’s IMAX theater.
Jersey City is often called New York City’s sixth borough because of its close proximity to The City, easily seen across the Hudson River. One of the best places to take in the Manhattan skyline is the waterfront walkway that runs along the river. Jersey City has seven of its own “boroughs,” or neighborhoods, with seven distinct personalities. If you’re thinking about a Jersey job that’s further away from the city, you can take a look at opportunities in Union City, Newark, and Elizabeth.
Popular Jobs in Jersey City
About 145,000 people work in Jersey City. And 18,000 of those workers are employed in insurance and finance jobs. Jersey City has the world’s highest concentration of scientists and engineers, especially in pharmaceutical and biotech. That’s why, compared to most other cities in the U.S., Jersey City has more math jobs on offer.
The seven boroughs in Jersey City are protected by 15 fire houses located throughout the city. More than 550 firefighters are among those who have protective services jobs in the city.
Or, maybe you’re looking for these popular jobs in Jersey City:
Update Your Resume
If you’re looking for a job in your current field, you probably have a resume that may just need an update. But what if you’re considering a career change? Then it’s all about transferable skills. Your first step is to identify the strengths that helped you succeed in your current position and then research the new career to identify what will be useful in your new venture. Need additional resume writing tips? We’ve got you covered.
Let’s say you’re responding to a job ad that didn’t ask for a cover letter. Does that mean you’ve got one less step in the application process? Despite the temptation to move on to the next application, it’s in your best interest to always write a cover letter. While your resume states facts about your work life, a cover letter reveals your personality and builds rapport. And just think how much better you’ll look next to the person who didn’t bother to include one.
Interviewing for Jersey City Jobs
You’ve got to get an interview before you get a job. The more interview invitations, the better, right? Not always. There are indeed times, after careful consideration, that you should forgo an interview. Declining an invitation with style and thoughtfulness leaves the door open for other opportunities down the road.
The week (or night) before your interview, you may be anticipating the questions you’ll need to answer in your interview. Formulating answers to popular questions is smart. But what about the questions that are off-limits? Learn how to spot an illegal interview question.
How Much Do Jersey City Jobs Pay?
The median household income in Jersey City is $70,752. You can compare that to what you might make in your new job by using the Monster Salary Tool. When you enter a job title and location, you’ll see the median pay for that position. The page will also show you the low to high range of pay for that job, its comparison to the national median salary, and a suggestion of skills you can add to boost your value to employers.
Want to Learn More About Companies Near You?
You want a new job, but you also want a good fit. Monster wants to give you a head start on researching companies that interest you. Look up an employer on our Company Profile page to see things like:
- how many employees work there
- the location of the headquarters and satellite offices
- the company’s mission and values
Things Are Looking Up for You and Jersey City Jobs
Look to your left to see current job postings for Jersey City. Scroll until something catches your eye. Then take a break to fill out your Monster profile. This one step puts your resume in front of recruiters and hiring managers. It’s also the way to get targeted job postings sent to your inbox, based on your career goals and location.