The New Jersey Innovation Authority
The New Jersey Innovation Authority (NJIA) is looking for diverse and experienced team members to deploy world-class innovative and digital services that solve pressing public interest challenges for the people of New Jersey. Our work spans numerous issue and policy areas, and is focused on making an impact in the lives of the New Jerseyans that we serve. Our work has decreased the amount of time it takes to apply for Unemployment Insurance, made it easier to start, operate, and grow a business in the Garden State, and connected millions of New Jerseyans to government programs, services, and benefits.Our team members wear many hats, contributing to both the execution of core projects and the evolution of NJIA. We use data and modern research, design, and development methods to inform our decision making, and we collaborate with stakeholders within and outside of government to understand and solve challenges. To learn more about NJIA read our impact report and visit our About Us page.We're always seeking team members with diverse lived experiences who can use their expertise and experience to help shape our office so that we can be better at what we do. If we're not currently hiring for a role you are interested in but you're excited about the idea of working with us, join our general applicant pool and be considered for future roles. Submit a general interest application, and we’ll be in touch when the right role for you comes around. When you apply, you'll be asked to fill out a short application so we can better match you with future positions.Learn more about our current open positions at .We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer
We are deeply committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusiveness and seek to create a pluralistic community for all. We strongly encourage people of color, members of racial and ethnic minority groups, women, LGBTQI+ people, those with disabilities, and Veterans to apply. We are committed to building a team that is reflective of New Jersey’s incredible diversity.We do not discriminate against any candidate because of color, race, age, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, membership in an employee organization, pregnancy, marital status, status as a parent, ancestry, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, retaliation, or other non-merit based factors.Eligibility
You must be authorized to work in the United States. Candidates may be required to pass a background check and complete additional steps as part of the application and onboarding process. You will be considered an “at-will” employee, meaning both employer and employee have the right to terminate employment with or without cause or notice.
The New Jersey Innovation Authority (NJIA) is a government innovation office that deploys digital services and solutions to address public interest challenges for New Jersey residents. The organization focuses on improving government efficiency and accessibility across multiple policy areas, with notable achievements including reducing unemployment insurance application processing times, simplifying business registration and operations, and connecting millions of residents to government programs and services. NJIA uses data-driven approaches and modern research, design, and development methods to inform decision-making and collaborates with both government and external stakeholders to identify and solve challenges. The team is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusiveness in both their work and organizational culture.
