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12 years ago. Rating: 7
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The one thing you have in favor is , employers get tax advantage for hiring you. Really, you are a better choice for a job. I do say this. You are likely to be on time for your job, less absences, better worker than the other workers. Your freedom depends on it. You have to meet certain guidelines. You are less likely to steal. Do you have on the job training when you were in prison. There are many jobs out there. Good luck. Hope the best for you.

 

12 years ago. Rating: 7
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Try occupations where it really doesn't matter, like construction, or work in a kitchen. Most importantly, get yourself training in a field. To many employers, your past is your past, and they'll give you a chance. The bottom line is, you have to make yourself valuable to a prospective employer. You can even open up your own business in some circumstances.

12 years ago. Rating: 6
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If you are on parole or probation you can ask your  parole/probation officer. Also try a temp agency.They will save you the hassle of applying to a company that excludes applicants with a record.

12 years ago. Rating: 6
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From what I see many of the restaurant cooks were either former military or prison cooks

An awful lot seem to have prison tattoos

12 years ago. Rating: 5
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try any union you've already done your apprenticeship..

12 years ago. Rating: 4
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i know you dilemma. my son has a number. hes been out ten years now and they still use that against him. if you tell it they dont want you. if you dont tell it then you lied they dont want you. i dont think there is  a limit as to where that stops. he just does what he can. if you have a woeber mustard company in your area, they will hire you. so will dole fresh fruits and veggies.

12 years ago. Rating: 1
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