Felony Friendly Jobs in Omaha, NE

Best Industries in Omaha for People With Records

• ✓Food processing & agriculture
• ✓Logistics
• ✓Healthcare
• ✓Insurance & finance
• ✓Manufacturing

Staffing Agencies in Omaha That Work With People With Records

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

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

Nebraska Employment Laws for People With Records

Tips for Job Searching With a Record in Omaha

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 Omaha

• Heartland Workforce Solutions
• Goodwill Omaha
• Together Inc.
• Douglas County Reentry Program
• Nebraska Workforce Development

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best felony friendly jobs in Omaha?

Omaha's strongest industries for people with records are food processing (Tyson, ConAgra), logistics (Amazon, UPS, FedEx), manufacturing, healthcare support, and construction. The meatpacking and food processing industry is a significant employer that often hires people with records.

Does Omaha have ban-the-box laws?

Nebraska has a ban-the-box law for state and local government employment. Omaha does not have an additional local ordinance for private employers. Federal EEOC guidelines still apply.

What staffing agencies in Omaha hire felons?

Staffing agencies in Omaha that work with people with records include Express Employment Professionals, Manpower, Kelly Services, Adecco, and Staffmark. Food processing and warehouse positions are frequently available.

Is Omaha affordable?

Yes. Omaha has a very affordable cost of living compared to most major metros. Housing costs are well below the national average, and Nebraska's $12.00/hr minimum wage provides reasonable entry-level pay. The job market is strong with low unemployment.