State Leaders Discuss the Impact of New Jersey's Economy
This month on NJ Works: It's the Economy
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm; rebroadcast Saturdays at 9 am 

STATEWIDE – NJ Works is the state’s on-air resource for inspiration, encouragement and advice regarding careers, employment and all things related. An NJN original weekly program sponsored by the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development, the show helps working men and women make career choices through original field reports, studio interviews and special features which highlight individuals who are “in the know” – all themed around job trends, careers and the workplace. The job of a lifetime awaits viewers in every episode of a Career Minute; New Jersey’s best human resource executives give valuable advice in exclusive Reliable Sources reports; and the Works Headlines team updates audiences on important workforce news. Hosted by Christopher Ridenhour with reporters Lauren Wanko and Matt DeLucia, and commentary by Jay Whitehead, NJ Works provides viewers with a fast-paced experience that includes specific topics appealing to those of all ages.

Jobs for Vets
Saturday, November 12, at 9 am
In honor of Veteran’s Day this month, NJ Works take a close look at how those who have served in the Armed Services are aided in finding jobs here in the Garden State. The career of a police officer is explored in this week’s Career Minute.

On the Road Again – Part Two
Wednesday, November 16, at 6:30 pm; Saturday, November 19, at 9 am
Experience the everyday commute for New Jersey’s workforce. Join host Christopher Ridenhour as he and NJ Works take to the rails, roads and waterways in the second part of the special series On the Road Again. This week’s Career Minute focuses on the career of aerospace engineers.

Learning from a Distance
Wednesday, November 23, at 6:30 pm; Saturday, November 26, at 9 am
Host Christopher Ridenhour and NJ Works are going the distance - distance learning, that is. This week, NJ Works shows viewers how to get the most out of their careers in their own homes. NJ Works’ Career Minute segment highlights the pulses of becoming an administrative assistant.

It’s the Economy
Wednesday, November 30, at 6:30 pm; Saturday, December 3, at 9 am
Host Christopher Ridenhour and a panel of guests discuss the vitality of New Jersey’s economy and its impact on workforce development initiatives across the state. Panelists include Virginia S. Bauer, Secretary and CEO, New Jersey Commerce, Economic Growth and Tourism Commission; Caren S. Franzini, CEO, NJ Economic Development Authority; and Thomas D. Carver, former Commissioner, New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. This week’s Career Minute highlights the career of a sales manager.

NJ Works is web cast and archived on the NJN web site at njn.net and can be seen on cable stations throughout the state as well as on NJN’s JerseyVision and on Time Warner Cable on channel 750 in New York. David Wheeler is the executive producer of NJ Works.