New York’s “Ghost Job” Bill Could Reshape Job Posting Practices: What Employers Should Know
New York lawmakers just passed a bill last week that would require certain employers and job posting platforms to disclose whether a job ad is tied to a current opening — and, if so, when the employer expects to fill it , or whether the posting is being used to build a future candidate pipeline. The bill targets so-called “ghost jobs,” or postings that appear to advertise open roles but may instead be used to collect resumes for future hiring needs. The bill would apply to employers with 100 or more employees and certain third-party job posting platforms. If Governor Hochul signs the bill that passed the legislature on June 2 in its current form, it would take effect immediately, giving covered employers little lead time to adjust their posting practices. Here’s what you need to know as you prepare for this potential change. Why This Matters For years, job posting compliance has largely focused on pay transparency. The bill would move the conversation into hiring transparency. The bil...