Felony Friendly Jobs in Little Rock, AR

Best Industries in Little Rock for People With Records

• ✓Government
• ✓Healthcare
• ✓Logistics & distribution
• ✓Food processing
• ✓Manufacturing

Staffing Agencies in Little Rock That Work With People With Records

Temp and staffing agencies are often the fastest way to get working. These agencies serve the Little Rock metro area and are known to place people with criminal records.

• Express Employment Professionals
• Manpower
• Kelly Services
• Adecco
• Staffmark

Arkansas Employment Laws for People With Records

Tips for Job Searching With a Record in Little Rock

1. 1.Start with staffing agencies. Temp agencies are often the fastest way to get working. They have relationships with employers who are willing to hire people with records, and a temp-to-hire position can become a permanent job.
2. 2.Apply to multiple places at once. Do not wait for one application to come back before applying to the next. Apply to 5-10 places in the same week. The more applications you send, the better your chances.
3. 3.Be honest about your record. If asked, be upfront. Lying about your criminal history is grounds for immediate termination if discovered later. Briefly acknowledge what happened, explain what you have learned, and focus on what you bring to the job.
4. 4.Focus on industries with high demand. Warehouse, logistics, construction, and food service jobs tend to be the most accessible for people with records because these industries have chronic worker shortages.
5. 5.Use local reentry programs. Organizations like Goodwill, workforce development centers, and reentry coalitions can connect you with employers who actively hire people with records. They often know about job openings before they are publicly posted.
6. 6.Know your rights. Under the EEOC guidelines, employers must use individualized assessment — they cannot have a blanket ban on hiring people with records. Under the FCRA, you have the right to see and dispute your background check. If you are in a ban-the-box state or city, employers cannot ask about your record until later in the hiring process.

Reentry Employment Programs in Little Rock

• Arkansas Division of Workforce Services — Little Rock
• Goodwill Industries of Arkansas
• Our House
• Center for Community Transformation
• Pulaski County Reentry Program

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best felony friendly jobs in Little Rock?

Little Rock offers opportunities in food processing (Tyson and other food companies), warehouse and logistics (Amazon, FedEx), healthcare support, construction, and retail (Walmart, Kroger, Dollar General). Staffing agencies are a common pathway.

Does Little Rock have ban-the-box laws?

No. Arkansas does not have a statewide ban-the-box law for private employers, and Little Rock does not have a local ordinance. Federal EEOC guidelines still apply.

What staffing agencies in Little Rock hire felons?

Staffing agencies in Little Rock include Express Employment Professionals, Manpower, Kelly Services, Adecco, and Staffmark. Food processing and warehouse placements are common.

What is the minimum wage in Little Rock?

Arkansas's state minimum wage is $11.00 per hour, above the federal minimum. Food processing and logistics jobs typically start at $13-$17 per hour.