A fair-chance employer or second-chance employer is an employer that does not automatically disqualify all prospective job applicants who have prior involvement in the criminal justice system. [1] Instead, the hiring process includes an evaluation of the individual. [2] For example, if a person has a past conviction related to driving, but the job involves no driving, then the conviction may not be relevant. [3] Similarly, since most recidivism happens within the first three years, then old convictions may not be relevant. [3]
It can be part of a diversity, equity, and inclusion program. [2]
A fair-chance employer or second-chance employer is an employer that does not automatically disqualify all prospective job applicants who have prior involvement in the criminal justice system. [1] Instead, the hiring process includes an evaluation of the individual. [2] For example, if a person has a past conviction related to driving, but the job involves no driving, then the conviction may not be relevant. [3] Similarly, since most recidivism happens within the first three years, then old convictions may not be relevant. [3]
It can be part of a diversity, equity, and inclusion program. [2]