Gov. signed. Phil Murphy on an executive order aimed at prioritizing skills and work experience over college degrees for some state jobs in New Jersey.
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The order signed Monday directs the state civil service commission to identify jobs that require college degrees and determine which ones should change hiring guidelines to emphasize those practical skills and experience in academic achievement.
Democratic New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday issued an executive order aimed at restructuring the hiring criteria for some state government jobs. ((Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images))
Officials say hundreds of applicants each year are rejected “or prevented from applying” because of educational requirements for state jobs with salaries that can top $120,000 a year.
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“Every American should have the ability to get a good job with growth opportunities and secure their place in the middle class, regardless of whether they have a college degree or not,” Murphy said in a statement.
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Officials said six other states, including Pennsylvania, have taken similar action to de-emphasize college degrees in hiring.
