Americans are suddenly finding it harder to land a job — and keep it

Job seekers have been in control for the past four years as employers struggled to fill openings. However, the job market is shifting, and it is becoming more competitive for job hunters. The unemployment rate has risen, reaching a three-year high in June. Pay increases for job-switchers have decreased significantly, and people are staying unemployed for longer. Some industries, such as retail and manufacturing, have seen job losses. The decline in temporary help services may indicate future weakness in the labor market.