Lawrence · Employment Guide
Jobs
Lawrence's job market spans municipal government, public and private education, retail, healthcare, hospitality, professional services and major institutions between Princeton and Trenton.
Current Municipal Openings
Swim CoachPart-time Recreation Department position · $17–$20/hour · Township currently lists a December 31, 2026 closing date.
Police CandidatesLawrence continues accepting police candidates through its Civil Service process; current salary range shown by the Township is $42,000–$133,201.
LifeguardSeasonal Recreation Department opportunity · $15/hour · currently listed open until filled.
Public job postings change quickly. Recheck the official Township employment page before applying.
Major Employment Sectors
Rider UniversityFaculty, administration, student services, technology, athletics, arts and facilities.
The Lawrenceville SchoolTeaching, residential life, administration, dining, athletics and campus operations.
Lawrence Township Public SchoolsTeachers, aides, administration, technology, transportation and facilities.
Retail & HospitalityQuaker Bridge, Lawrence Shopping Center, Route 1 hotels and restaurants support substantial customer-facing employment.
HealthcareOutpatient medical, dental, therapy, pharmacy and nearby hospital-system employment.
Professional & CorporateEducational Testing Service and other institutional/professional employers contribute office and knowledge-work jobs.
Municipal & Public SafetyTownship administration, police, recreation, public works and code functions.
Regional MarketPrinceton, Ewing, Trenton, Hamilton and West Windsor substantially expand nearby opportunities.
Job Search Checklist
Verify the PostingConfirm the job directly through the employer or official public source.
Check LocationLawrenceville and Princeton branding can obscure the actual municipality.
Match Your ResumeTailor experience and skills to the specific qualifications.
Protect Personal DataNever pay an application fee or provide banking credentials during informal recruiting.
Advertise a Lawrence Job Opening
Reach local and statewide job seekers through NJTGO.
Advertising Information