Department of Labor and Workforce Development

Wage & Hour

The Division of Wage and Hour Compliance enforces labor laws that address conditions of employment and the method and manner of payment of wages.

FAQs for Hurricane Sandy

General Information

Select this item if you have questions about issues such as minimum wage, overtime, payroll deductions, benefits, hours of work, breaks, holiday pay, employment certificates for minors, etc. More

File a Wage Claim

If you believe that your employer has not properly paid you, you must file a wage claim in order to start the claim process. More

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Appeal a Decision

The complainant and employer have the right to appeal if either party disagrees with the outcome of a Division of Wage and Hour investigation or with a decision about a contractor's registration to perform public work. The Division holds various types of hearings and conferences to resolve disputed cases. More

Employer Information

Select this item if you want information about the investigative process when a claim is filed against your company, fees and penalties, employing minors, or ordering posters. More

Wage Rates

The hourly minimum wage in New Jersey is $7.25 per hour. Prevailing wage rates must be paid on public works projects and for state building services. More

Registration and Permits

Contractors who want to bid on or engage in public works projects, manufacturers who engage in the producing of apparel and crew leaders who transport, recruit, supply or hire farm workers must register with Department. More