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 

Information you need about hiring new employees.

Find out who qualifies and when to report them.

CTHires delivers qualified candidates right to your inbox.

Learn how to train and retain a great workforce.

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 

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

Help your employees save for retirement and grow your business.

Find important info about registering your business, making payments, and other tools and resources.

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 

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

Opportunities for CT youth to improve skills and job readiness.

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

Free training for high-demand careers in CT.