The number of job openings in Ohio is double the number of unemployed individuals. Job openings greatly increased in the spring, and companies are dedicating more resources to recruiting new workers and retaining current employees. The ratio of available jobs to unemployed people is low, which is an advantage for workers who are looking to advance their careers or pursue jobs in other industries. It is also a good time for workers to seek out higher pay from their current companies, as employers are hoping to retain workers.
See "Ohio’s low open jobs to unemployed individuals ratio is advantageous to job seekers", Cornelius Frolik, Dayton Daily News, July 11, 2023