How long does a hiring freeze last?

Question

in WA state there is a hiring freeze, but I just got out of college and that was my way of getting a job. I was wondering, since I've never had to think about or hear about this concept before, how long does a hiring freeze last? (In other words, is this something that lasts for years?)

Answer 1

Here In New State there is also a hiring freeze. Due in part the state is in really bad shape. Will not go off until they can get a handle on the states finances.

Answer 2

AS LONG AS THE INSTITUTION BELIEVES IT IS VIABLE TO CONTINUE IT. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT IT MAY NEVER BE LIFTED. STATE BUDGETS ARE TIGHT AND HIRING IS DISCRETIONARY.

Answer 3

Wow. I've heard of individual companies having a hiring freeze. I never heard of such a thing occurring for an entire state. Very interesting question! I cant imagine that such a thing would last over a year.