Finding Employment in Alabama
Alabama like other states has been challenged by the recent economic downturn. Right now (2011) the unemployment rate is at 9.1 which is much better than it was just a year ago at 10.9. While construction and manufacturing lost jobs, transportation, education and health care picked up jobs. According to the University of Alabama the state should begin to see slow but steady economic growth in 2011.
Alabama has a thriving automotive industry what several major car industries in the state. They also have over 280 aerospace industries spread across the state. There third leading manufacturing industry is forestry where the exports are valued at over 2 billion dollars.
Alabama has a thriving automotive industry what several major car industries in the state. They also have over 280 aerospace industries spread across the state. There third leading manufacturing industry is forestry where the exports are valued at over 2 billion dollars.
Popular Alabama Job Sites
- Alabama Local Jobs - al.com
- A listing of some of the best local jobs in Alabama
- Alabama JobLink
- Alabama JobLink is a no-fee, self-service job matching system for jobseekers and employers.
- WAFF 48 Job Link - WAFF.com: North Alabama News, Radar, Weather, Sports and Jobs-
- Time for a better career? Post your resume or search jobs here...
- Birmingham's Craigslist
- Birmingham job listings on Craigslist
- Academic 360
- listing of college jobs
Books on finding employment
Local, State and Federal Job sites
- State Personnel Online Employment System
- The state government's employment site that includes job listings and descriptions of state exams and where you can take them.
- Career One Stop for Alabama
- Shows where there are Federal Government Career One Stop locations in the state.
- Montgomery City Personnel Site
- Official website for the city of Montgomery
- City of Auburn job listings
- Website for the city of Auburn
- City of Birmingham
- The official website for the city of Birmingham
Alabama Newspapers
From some of the biggest cities
- montgomeryadvertiser.com | Montgomery Advertiser | Montgomery news, community, entertainment, yellow pages and classifieds. Serving Montgomery, AL
- Montgomery AL News - montgomeryadvertiser.com is the home page of Montgomery AL with in depth and updated Montgomery local news. Stay informed with both Montgomery AL news as well as headlines and stories from around the world.
- Anniston Star - Local News, Business, Sports, Events, Blogs, Videos, Podcasts
- The Anniston Star newspaper provides local news, business, sports, events, blogs, videos, podcasts, slideshows and more. Published by Consolidated Publishing Co., which also publishes The Daily Home, The Jacksonville News, The Cleburne News, The St. Clair Times and The Piedmont Journal.
- Birmingham Business News | Birmingham Business Journal
- Birmingham, AL News - View Daily Local Business News, Resources & more in Birmingham, Alabama.
- The Huntsville Times - Huntsville, Alabama Newspaper - al.com
- The Huntsville Times: Local Alabama newspaper. Get the latest News, Sports, Weather, Entertainment, Events, Business Updates and more. Find out the latest news from Huntsville, Madison, The Shoals, Limestone County, Madison County and more. Get local opinions, join the discussion in forums and blogs
- Press-Register - Mobile, Alabama Newspaper - al.com
- The Press-Register: Local Mobile Alabama newspaper. Get the latest News, Sports, Weather, Entertainment, Events, Business Updates and more. Find out the latest news from Mobile, Baldwin, Fairhope, Prichard, Mobile County, Baldwin County and more. Get local opinions, join the discussion in forums and
Jobs in Alabama
Updated daily
- Human Resources Intern
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Teledyne Brown Engineering - Huntsville, AL
Job Description The HR Intern will assist the Human Resources department in day to day activities on a part-time basis. This internship will provide valuable... ... - Various Positions
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Alutiiq - Redstone Arsenal, AL
THIS IS FOR A POTENTIAL CONTRACT Alutiiq is seeking a variety of personnel for a potential contract at the Missile Defense Agency at Redstone Arsenal, AL... ... - AL-Health Initiatives Representative, Birmingham
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American Cancer Society - Birmingham, AL
Identifies, recruits, cultivates and trains volunteers to implement the written plan of action for prevention, early detection, and quality of life initiatives... ... - Driver Examiner (Entry Level)
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DDS - , AL
The Georgia Department of Driver Services is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Driver Examiner 1. Under immediate supervision, the Driver... ... - Part-time - Night Receptionist
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Brown Mackie College - Birmingham, AL
Job Summary The successful candidate will be responsible for answering all switchboard phone calls and providing service to all incoming visitors. Incumbent... ...
Alabama News
- Alabama-Tennessee series in peril
- Alabama running back Eddie Lacy (42) attempts to turn the corner past Tennessee defensive backs Izauea Lanier (18) and Dontavis Sapp (41) during the third quarter of last season's game. SANDESTIN, Fla. | The Third Saturday in October and the Deep ...
- Alabama takes four-shot leads over UCLA in NCAA men's championships
- LOS ANGELES ? Cory Whitsett shot a 3-under 68 to help Alabama to take a four-shot lead after two rounds of the NCAA Division I men's championships on Wednesday at Riviera Country Club. The Crimson Tide were 4-over 572. UCLA is alone in second.
- Former Alabama congressman Davis says he would shift to GOP if he ran for ...
- AP Former Alabama congressman Artur Davis is shifting his voter registration to Virginia and says that if he seeks public office again, it will be as a Republican. Davis, who represented Birmingham in Congress for four terms and then unsuccessfully ...
My skills my future
There is a wonderful page on the CareerOneStop site called MyskillsMyFuture. It is a great first step in finding a job.
Jobs in Birmingham
- Reg. Dedicated off weekends (McCalla)
- Regional - Retail van trailer deliveries with vendor and 3rd party backhauls Primarily drop/hook with...
- OPENINGS FOR DRIVERS WITH 6 MONTHS EXPERIENCE OR MORE (OTR)
- In need of good drivers to go OTR! Great pay (up to 39.5 cpm) Home time every 10 to 14 days Newer equipement
- Wanted Tennis Teacher (Birmingham Area)
- We are looking for someone with years of tennis experience to teach at tennis camps at tennis courts...
- Director of Audio Visual Services (Birmingham AL)
- ITA Inc. is a full service audio/visual leader offering equipment rentals, sales, service and design/installation...
- A SALES OPPORTUNITY TO RETIRE FROM!! (BIRMINGHAM AND SURROUNDING AREAS)
- WE LOOKING FOR PART TIME AND FULL TIME PEOPLE TO HELP US. WOULD YOU LIKE TO EARN WHAT YOU ARE REALLY...
Jobs in Montgomery
- Medical Records Field Technician (Montgomery, AL)
- Enterprise Consulting Solutions (ECS) is an established nationwide company looking for individuals with...
- A SALES PRO DREAM!!! (MONTGOMERY AND SURROUNDING AREAS)
- WE LOOKING FOR PART TIME AND FULL TIME PEOPLE TO HELP US. WOULD YOU LIKE TO EARN WHAT YOU ARE REALLY...
- Best "Job" in Alabama! (Montgomery)
- We have the answer to your dilemma if you are seeking a sales position and are tired of bosses, time...
- Job Security..a phone call away
- Are you a Class A Driver with 6 months OTR experience looking for a change? Then we want to talk to you!...
- HIGHEST PAYING COMMISSION up to $3,000 per week + RESIDUALS BONUS. (All US States)
- HIGH COMMISSION SALES. Up to $3,000.00 per week + residuals bonus. B2B sales. Commissions are paid promptly...
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Camden
May 1, 2012 @ 7:03 am | delete
- Always curious to see what's happening in the state I was born in!
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ekkoautos
Nov 27, 2011 @ 8:28 pm | delete
- thanks for sharing the information
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Tipi
Jul 11, 2011 @ 11:06 pm | delete
- I think you are out to just help everyone find a job and these are useful resources to those who live in Alabama or are planning to move there.
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