We want to inform you that as an employer in Albany County, New York, you are now required to disclose expected pay ranges in job postings under a new pay transparency law (Local Law “E” for 2022). The law will take effect on March 9, 2023.
Local Law “E” for 2022
As a result of the local law, which amends the Omnibus Human Rights Law for Albany County, employers in Albany County, are prohibited from advertising a job, promotion or transfer opportunity without stating the minimum and maximum salary or hourly wage that they “in good faith” believe at the time of the posting they would pay for the posted job, promotion or transfer opportunity. The requirement does not apply to temporary employment at a temporary help firm.
Next steps
Review and update job postings with the required salary information to help ensure compliance with Local Law “E” for 2022.