Maryland ranks sixth on a list of states facing challenges filling job vacancies, according to a recent study by WalletHub.
“Many businesses in Maryland are still experiencing labor shortages,” said Cassandra Happe, an analyst at WalletHub, in an interview with WTOP. “They have this comparatively high job openings rate, both in the latest month and over the last 12 months.”
Happe highlighted several key factors contributing to Maryland’s hiring difficulties, including a notable rate of resignations and a significant increase in unemployment claims.
Moreover, the study noted a growing preference among job seekers, particularly millennials and Gen Z, for remote and hybrid work arrangements. Happe advocated for the promotion of remote work policies to cater to the changing preferences of younger generations and enhance work-life balance.
Virginia landed at No. 12 on the list, indicating a similar challenge with filling openings, albeit to a lesser extent. By contrast, D.C. performed better in resolving job vacancies, landing at No. 48.
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