New York State Department of Labor

01/25/2025

Looking for a new job in the new year? Consider joining . We offer excellent pay and benefits and ALWAYS have open positions! Browse our open positions: https://on.ny.gov/nysdolopenings

01/25/2025

Attention businesses! Have you taken the Youth Worker Pledge? Show your commitment to the safety of youth workers by displaying your pledge in your storefront window. Help us create a safer future for our youth today!

01/24/2025

Are you expecting? Did you know that, by law, private employers must provide up to 20 hours of paid leave for pregnancy-related healthcare? Learn how NYS Paid Prenatal Leave can support you in getting the care you and your baby deserve: ny.gov/prenatal

01/24/2025

Ski season is here! ⛷ You can hit the slopes this year with peace of mind knowing that if a lift is running, it’s been inspected by NYSDOL and is safe to ride!

01/24/2025

Protect yourself from fake social media accounts with these tips:
🛡️Verify account authenticity
🛡️Be cautious of accounts with usual requests or behavior
🛡️Never share personal information
🛡️Report any suspicious activity
For more information: https://dol.ny.gov/dol-social-media

01/23/2025

Looking for work? Opportunity is knocking. You can find thousands of positions in the NYS Job Bank. Don't wait! Employers need help NOW! Browse and apply today: https://newyork.usnlx.com

01/23/2025

ICYMI: NYSDOL partnered with New York State Office for the Aging to create resources to ensure the well-being of our older workers. This guide has information for older workers who need support in and outside of the workplace. Learn more: https://dol.ny.gov/older-adult-workers

01/22/2025

In extremely cold temperatures, make sure you are taking the necessary precautions to stay safe, especially if you are an outdoor worker! Here are some tips: on.ny.gov/ExtremeCold

New Yorkers: It’s another dangerously cold day.

Be sure to wear layers, limit time outside, and use caution with alternative heat sources.

01/22/2025

Good news for workers: Minimum wage has increased in 2025. Talk to your employer and check your paystub to ensure you are paid what you are worth! Learn more: https://dol.ny.gov/minimum-wage-0

01/21/2025

If you are a NYS contractor or subcontractor and planning to bid or begin work on a public project, you must be registered with the NYS Contractor Registry. Avoid project delays and register today! ⏰ https://dol.ny.gov/contractor-and-subcontractor-landing

01/20/2025

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an icon, a hero, and a champion of the Civil Rights Movement. Today, we celebrate his life and legacy as a tireless champion for economic justice, racial equality, and the labor movement.

01/16/2025

NYS is transforming the apprenticeships in 2025! Last month, we announced over $7.4 MILLION for local businesses to implement & expand their apprenticeships. This will help grow businesses, employ & train NYers, all while stimulating the local economy.

01/16/2025

NYSDOL is here to help businesses thrive. We offer a variety of services to business owners, including:
✔ Human Resources Consultation
✔ Health and Safety Consultation
✔ Health Insurance options for small businesses and more!
Learn more: https://dol.ny.gov/consultation-services

01/15/2025

The FINAL day for organizations to apply to this grant is this week on 1/17! This grant will help community-based organizations increase access to employment for transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary individuals in NYS. ➡ https://on.ny.gov/TWEFRFP

01/14/2025

NEW: Governor Kathy Hochul has BIG plans for NYS in her proposal. She wants to uplift and empower workers in NYS through enhanced protections and training opportunities.

➡ By making working papers more accessible and providing high school students with practical knowledge for the future, Governor Hochul is ensuring NYS has a healthy pipeline of eager workers to fulfill the demands of our growing economy.

➡ Protecting our workers remains top priority Governor Hochul. Her proposal outlines how NYS will double down on our efforts to combat wage theft and begin monitoring AI’s role in workforce demand.

➡ Training is a key part of preparing our workers for the future. Governor Hochul wants to revolutionize NYS's Registered Apprenticeship Program to help job seekers find good-paying careers they love.

Learn more about Governor Hochul 2025 State of the State proposals: https://www.governor.ny.gov/sites/default/files/2025-01/2025StateoftheStateBook.pdf

01/13/2025

Attention New Yorkers! If you received Unemployment Insurance Benefits in 2024, you'll need your 1099-G tax form to file your taxes. Your 1099-G tax form will be mailed by the end of January or you can access it online mid-January. For more details, visit:

January 10, 2025 | Albany, NY THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR REMINDS NEW YORKERS 1099-G FORMS WILL BE MAILED AUTOMATICALLY

01/13/2025

ICYMI: The NYS minimum wage has increased! The minimum wage is now $16.50 in NYC, Westchester and Long Island and $15.50 in the rest of NY. Be sure to check your paystub and ensure you are getting paid accordingly! Learn more: https://dol.ny.gov/minimum-wage-0

01/13/2025

ICYMI: Governor Kathy Hochul proposes new and bold initiatives to provide all working families in NYS with affordable child care. Learn more about her initiatives to transform NYS’s child care system: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/money-your-pockets-governor-hochul-proposes-110-million-child-care-construction-fund-build-and