Conviction History Disclosure Policy
This policy addresses criminal history and background check language. It applies to job postings in New York and New Jersey.
Policy
Job posts in New York and New Jersey may not include language about criminal history or background checks.
If you post a job in New York or New Jersey, your job post should not:
- Include statements about a background check
- Exclude people based on criminal history
- Say that people with convictions can't apply
Your job will not be eligible for visibility on Indeed if it includes this type of language.
Exceptions
Some exceptions may apply. These may include jobs in:
- Healthcare
- Education
- Law enforcement
- Security
- Transportation
Employers are responsible for complying with all applicable laws on criminal history and background checks.
Next steps
If we removed or hid your job post:
- Review your post using the guidelines above.
- Remove any language about criminal history or background checks if the job is in New York or New Jersey.
Contact Indeed Support if you believe we removed your job by mistake.
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