Employment services

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Hire, manage, and empower your employees

Make sure your Connecticut business is in compliance with labor laws and safe for your employees. Learn more about hiring, reporting new employees, and your responsibilities as an employer.

Learn how to:

  • Report new employees
  • Hire independent contractors, temporary employees, and shared workers
  • Navigate employer taxes and other responsibilities
  • Help your employees with paid leave, retirement, advancing their careers, and more

Report new employees

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Hire and report new employees in CT

Recently hired a new employee, or had an employee return to work after a separation of more than 60 days? As a Connecticut employer, you’re required to report all new hires to DOL within 20 days of hiring. The reporting process is quick and easy.

Report new hires  

New hire reporting checklist 

Information you need about hiring new employees.

Rules for independent contractors 

Find out who qualifies and when to report them.

Post a job for hire 

CTHires delivers qualified candidates right to your inbox.

Mandatory training for all employees 

Connecticut antidiscrimination law requires employers to train employees within six months of employment.

Employer responsibilities

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Employer resources, taxes, and more

Hiring new employees requires taking on some new responsibilities. Learn about employee taxes, paid leave, unemployment, and more. Give your employees the tools they need to succeed.

Employer resource guide  

Employer taxes 

If your business has one or more employees, register for CT Unemployment Compensation.

Wage and workplace standards 

Learn about minimum wage and other regulations you need to know about.

Mandatory postings for your workspace 

Connecticut requires several posters be displayed in a common area for your employees.

Employer forms 

Use these forms to manage employment processes, keep records, and stay compliant.

Help for your employees

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Help your team reach their full potential

Explore career pathways in Connecticut. You can also find training, develop your skills, and learn more about the job market in Connecticut.

Explore career pathways in CT  

Register with CTHires 

Create a free account to build a resume, explore opportunities, and find a job.

Youth Employment Program 

Opportunities for CT youth to improve skills and job readiness.

A career in the trades 

Step-by-step guide to pursue your career in the trades.

Career ConneCT 

Free training for high-demand careers in CT.