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Federal Bonding Program

The U.S. Department of Labor established The Federal Bonding Program in 1966 to provide Fidelity Bonds for hard-to-place job seekers. The bonds cover the first six months of employment at no cost to the job applicant or the employer. Click on “Services” and “For Job Seekers” to find a directory of State Bonding Coordinators to get started.  

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Career OneStop: Ex Offender Resources

Find local resources, a list of who hires ex-offenders, and learn how to talk about your conviction through the job process. If you have a criminal record and are looking for work, this is a good place to start.  
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Jails to Jobs

Jails to Jobs, a Section 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is an organization that gives ex-offenders the tools they need to find employment. On this website you’ll find a step-by-step plan to follow as you carry out your job search.
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State Laws on Employer Use of Arrest and Conviction Records

Visit this site for information about your rights as they pertain to arrest and conviction records in various states

Employment Background Checks: A Job Seekers Guide

Privacy Rights Clearhouse, a legal nonprofit, provides this guide to background checks.  This guide explains what can be covered in a background report, your rights under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and what you can do to prepare for a background check.  It also explains your right to get a copy of a background check and what to do if your report includes inaccurate or incomplete information.