NJ TRANSIT Tops Forbes Employer List Fifth Year

NJ TRANSIT ranks first in state's transportation category for fifth consecutive year

NJ TRANSIT Tops Forbes Employer List Fifth Year

NJ TRANSIT's workforce earned the transit agency its fifth straight Forbes Best Employers recognition, officials announced Thursday. The agency ranked first in New Jersey's Transportation and Logistics category, based on an independent employee survey conducted by market research firm Statista. Kevin S. Corbett, President and Chief Executive Officer, said the achievement reflects the agency's commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel valued and supported.

Recognition Reflects Workplace Culture Improvements

The Forbes recognition comes as transit agencies nationwide face workforce challenges including driver shortages and competition for skilled workers. NJ TRANSIT's consistent five-year streak began in 2021, during a period when the agency underwent organizational improvements following earlier service challenges. The recognition is based on surveys of employees at companies with at least 500 workers, who rate their willingness to recommend their employer. Officials didn't specify how many NJ TRANSIT employees participated in the survey or detail specific workplace programs that contributed to the ranking.

Survey Methodology Emphasizes Employee Recommendations

Forbes partners with Statista to conduct independent surveys asking employees to evaluate their employers and others in their industry. NJ TRANSIT, one of the state's largest employers, met the survey's minimum threshold of 500 employees. The agency earned the top spot among New Jersey transportation and logistics employers, though officials didn't release specific satisfaction scores or comparative data showing how many other companies competed in the category. Corbett said employees are the backbone of NJ TRANSIT and their dedication made the recognition possible.

Five-Year Streak Demonstrates Sustained Commitment

The 2025 recognition marks NJ TRANSIT's fifth consecutive year on Forbes' list, spanning from 2021 through this year. Corbett told reporters the agency will continue investing in its workforce and fostering a culture of excellence. The consistent recognition over multiple years suggests sustained workplace improvements rather than temporary gains, though the agency hasn't detailed specific initiatives or benefits that contributed to employee satisfaction.

Workplace Recognition May Benefit Rider Experience

Transit experts note that employer recognition can help agencies recruit and retain workers during industrywide labor shortages. Satisfied employees often provide better customer service, potentially benefiting the millions of riders who depend on NJ TRANSIT across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Riders can track real-time service updates and plan trips using Moovit, which provides current information for NJ TRANSIT's bus, rail, and light rail routes throughout the region.