A criminal record does not have to be the end of the road. Below are job boards, local employers, and support services known for fair chance (also called "second chance") hiring — where a record is not an automatic bar to employment.
A note on accuracy: hiring policies change, and individual store locations or franchise owners may not follow a parent company's stated fair chance policy. Always confirm directly with the employer. This list is provided as a courtesy and is not a guarantee of employment or a legal endorsement of any company listed.
These sites either specialize in connecting people with records to employers, or let you filter listings specifically for fair chance employers.
The City of Austin maintains a full fair chance hiring policy for its own job openings.
Visit austintexas.gov→A fair-chance employment and reentry support platform built specifically for people with criminal records.
Visit honestjobs.com→Job listings, companies that hire felons, and reentry resources including housing and legal information.
Visit felonyrecordhub.com→Use Indeed's search filters to narrow results to employers that identify as fair chance / second chance friendly.
Visit indeed.com→ZipRecruiter also allows filtering job listings for fair chance employment opportunities.
Visit ziprecruiter.com→Compiled from client and community reports. Confirm current hiring policy directly with each employer or location — policies and franchise ownership can change.
Employment often goes hand in hand with the counseling, education, and treatment services below.
Low-cost mental health, substance use disorder, and crisis counseling services for Travis County residents. 24/7 helpline available.
Visit integralcare.org→Court-referred assessment and education programs, including alcohol/drug assessment, classes, and family violence services.
Visit traviscountytx.gov→An expunction or order of nondisclosure may help. Call to find out if you qualify.
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