Felony Friendly Jobs in Richmond, VA

Best Industries in Richmond for People With Records

• ✓Government & state employment
• ✓Healthcare
• ✓Logistics
• ✓Manufacturing
• ✓Financial services

Staffing Agencies in Richmond That Work With People With Records

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

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

Virginia Employment Laws for People With Records

Tips for Job Searching With a Record in Richmond

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 Richmond

• Virginia Employment Commission
• OAR of Richmond
• Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia
• Richmond Justice Center
• REAL LIFE

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best felony friendly jobs in Richmond?

Richmond offers opportunities in logistics (Amazon, UPS, FedEx), healthcare support, construction, manufacturing, and food service. The state government sector also has some accessible positions. The city's growth and proximity to the DC metro area create additional job opportunities.

Does Richmond have ban-the-box laws?

Virginia has a ban-the-box law for state employment (2020). There is no statewide ban-the-box for private employers, and Richmond does not have a local ordinance. Federal EEOC guidelines still apply.

What staffing agencies in Richmond hire felons?

Major staffing agencies in Richmond that work with people with records include Express Employment Professionals, Manpower, Kelly Services, Adecco, and Aerotek. Logistics and manufacturing positions are frequently available.

What is OAR of Richmond?

OAR (Offender Aid and Restoration) of Richmond is a well-known reentry organization that provides employment services, transitional housing, substance abuse support, and re-identification assistance for people returning from incarceration in the Richmond area. They have been operating since 1971.