Exempts persons seeking civil service Claims Examiner title from examination requirements for 24 months.
This bill exempts new applicants for the Claims Examiner position in New Jersey's Department of Labor and Workforce Development from required civil service exams for 24 months. Applicants must pass the standard exam before the 24-month period ends to retain their position. The exemption aims to address staffing shortages in a role that processes unemployment claims, disability interviews, and overpayment adjustments. It directly affects individuals applying for this specific title within the Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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Gary Schaer
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