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Clear Pay. Fair Opportunity.
Columbus is creating a more transparent hiring process by requiring salary ranges in job postings.

Pay transparency helps job seekers make informed decisions, promotes fair hiring practices and strengthens trust between employers and workers across our city.

What Employers Need to Know
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Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, employers with 15 or more employees working in Columbus must include a reasonable salary range in job postings. Employers are encouraged to review their hiring practices now to prepare for the new requirements.

What Is Pay Transparency?

Pay transparency means including a clear salary range in job postings so candidates know what a role pays before applying. By displaying pay ranges up front, employers help create a hiring process that is clearer, more efficient and more equitable for everyone.

Why It Matters
FOR JOB SEEKERS
KNOW THE PAY.
choose your way.

Knowing the salary range up front helps candidates determine whether a role aligns with their expectations, experience and career goals. Pay transparency gives job seekers the information they need to pursue opportunities with confidence.

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FOR EMPLOYERS
DISPLAY THE PAY.

Displaying salary ranges in job postings helps employers attract candidates who are the right fit for the role and compensation level. Transparent pay practices can lead to stronger applicant pools, more efficient hiring and better long-term employee satisfaction.

FOR COLUMBUS
Clear Pay.
Fair Opportunity.

Transparent hiring practices help create a more equitable workforce while strengthening Columbus’ ability to attract talent and support growing businesses across the city.

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Preview of Employer Toolkit pages, including the overview and a salary worksheet
Employer Toolkit

Practical worksheets, activities and employer resources designed to help organizations prepare for Columbus’ pay transparency requirements ahead of Jan. 1, 2027.

Help Spread the Word
Communications Toolkit

Help employers across Columbus get ready for Clear Pay. The Communications Toolkit makes it easy to share these resources with your network. It includes ready-to-use newsletter copy, email language and a social media graphic and caption.

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