How can we help you get back to work?
If you have justice involvement in your background, you can still get hired, build skills, and move forward. WorkSource Eastern Oregon provides the same job and career services you’d expect for any adult job seeker, with a few extra supports to help you navigate barriers that sometimes come with a record.
This page is for people who are:
Common Barriers We Can Help You Work Around
Second Chance Employers
WorkSource Eastern Oregon works to identify employers who are open to second-chance hiring. These employers may consider applicants with justice involvement depending on:
The job duties and any licensing rules
The type of record and how long ago it occurred
Evidence of stability (work history, references, training, re-entry supports)
If you want, we can help you:
Identify roles with fewer barriers
Focus applications strategically
Prepare for employer conversations
What WorkSource Can Help With
Criminal Record Expungement Clinics
WorkSource Eastern Oregon works to identify employers who are open to second-chance hiring. These employers may consider applicants with justice involvement depending on:
The job duties and any licensing rules
The type of record and how long ago it occurred
Evidence of stability (work history, references, training, re-entry supports)
If you want, we can help you:
Identify roles with fewer barriers
Focus applications strategically
Prepare for employer conversations
Best Next Step
Occasionally, expungement clinics happen in the region. These events can help eligible individuals understand whether they may qualify and what steps are required.
Because these opportunities are occasional and depend on local partners, the best way to find out what’s coming up is to:
Contact WorkSource Eastern Oregon, or
Submit a self-referral through Oregon CIS Workforce Tools and ask about expungement clinic opportunities
(Important note: WorkSource staff do not provide legal advice. Expungement support is typically delivered through legal partners when clinics are available.)
