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Second Chance
Employment is a win/win

Second Chance Employment, the practice of offering fair and equal job opportunities to individuals with criminal records, provides hope and the chance at a fresh start for the 80 million Americans who have prior convictions. The benefits of second chance employment are far-reaching, extending beyond the individual to their family, community, and employer.
In a competitive job market where companies struggle to identify strong candidates at all levels of their operations, too many employers are missing out on talent within this huge segment of the U.S. population. By tapping into this pool of talent, companies can access a significant number of qualified applicants who may otherwise be overlooked due to their criminal history alone.



Let your skills shine and your background fade into the, well… background.

Second chance employment opportunities aren’t just about filling job vacancies; they’re about recognizing the potential within every individual to grow and evolve, regardless of their past. For employers, embracing second chance employment means unlocking a source of untapped talent that has much to offer in the workplace. By giving individuals with criminal records an opportunity to rebuild their lives through meaningful employment, companies gain loyal and diligent employees who are eager to make valuable contributions.
81%
of business leaders and 85% of HR professionals believe workers with criminal records perform their jobs about the same or better than workers without criminal records.
– 2021 SHRM Survey2 IN 3
HR professionals said their organization has hired individuals with criminal records (66% in 2018) and 15% said their organization has not (20% in 2018).
– 2021 SHRM Survey66%
Nearly two-thirds (66%) of HR professionals said they would be willing to work with individuals with criminal records—up from 49% who said they would be willing in 2018.
– 2021 SHRM SurveyOVER HALF
(53%) of HR professionals said they would be willing to hire individuals with criminal records (up from 37% in 2018); 38% of business leaders agreed (up from 33% in 2018).
– 2021 SHRM Survey4 in 5
(81%) of HR professionals believe the quality of hire of workers with criminal records is about the same or better than workers without—up from 67% who said the same in 2018.
– 2021 SHRM Survey81%
of business leaders and 85% of HR professionals believe workers with criminal records perform their jobs about the same or better than workers without criminal records.
– 2021 SHRM Survey2 IN 3
HR professionals said their organization has hired individuals with criminal records (66% in 2018) and 15% said their organization has not (20% in 2018).
– 2021 SHRM SurveyKeeping your past where it belongs
- in the past.

Research has shown that a criminal record alone can reduce the chances of getting a second interview by 50%. Companies that have a Second Chance Employment program give employees the opportunity to leave their pasts behind and embrace a new and exciting future filled with possibilities.
Ready to take the next step?

Employers with Second Chance Employment opportunities are looking for people just like you to fill essential positions. Take a look at our Second Chance Job Board for opportunities with local companies who are ready to hire the best candidate for the job, regardless of their criminal background.