I’m looking for a job.
If you are looking for employment opportunities or considering a change in career, there are several available resources for you to choose from. The following resources will help you find available jobs in Morgan County and prepare for those jobs. You can also click here to search local jobs posted on NationJob.
The following companies are currently seeking applicants:
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National Packaging Co., Inc. (Decatur)
National Packaging Co., Inc. is currentley seeking a Maintenance Reliability Manager. The reliability manager will interface with middle and upper management to analyze, develop and deploy efficiency improving projects. He/she will manage root cause, predictive maintenance (PDM), total productive maintenance (TPM), and preventive maintenance (PM). Will liaison between engineering, production, maintenance and vendors to insure a superior parts supply line with optimal performance. Will manage maintenance work force and activities in maintenance manager’s absence. Hands on knowledge and repair ability must be demonstrated. Work with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Please contact Pam Werstler at (256) 350-7047 to apply. -
Greater Morgan County Builders Association (Decatur)
The Greater Morgan County Builders Association has a Temporarty/Part-time job opening for Interim Director while their Executive Director is on leave. The position will be available mid-November through mid-February. The deadline to apply is September 30, 2010. Please contact Stevi Price at (256) 4594 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to apply.
See the Decatur Career Center section of the Resource Guide for a full listing of services offered. The Decatur Career Center offers the following FREE services:
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Job Referral Services
Job seekers benefit from having professional customer service information available on jobs in the local area as well as statewide or national. -
Resource Room Services
Internet-ready computers provide access to job opportunities from all over the world. Resource Room Services are open to the general public from 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Monday-Friday. -
Federal Bonding Program
Bonding of eligible job seekers who cannot obtain commercial bonds required by perspective employers is available. -
WorkKeys Testing Vouchers
Payment vouchers to cover the cost of three WorkKeys tests required to obtain the Alabama Career Readiness Certificate can be awarded to individuals who demonstrate the skills required for the Silver Level CRC Keytrain Assessment. Visit the WorkKeys website, for more information. -
Veterans Services
Veterans receive priority consideration for all employment services. Job referrals are provided as well as transition assistance, counseling, and referral to other supportive services. -
U.S. Census
The U.S. Census Bureau is now hiring nationwide for the 2010 Census. These temporary, part-time jobs offer good pay, flexible evening and weekend hours up to 40 hours a week, and the chance to work near home. Workers are needed in almost every community. Call 1-866-861-2010 or visit www.2010censusjobs.gov to learn more. -
To learn more about the Decatur Career Center, contact:
Abott Wood, Site Manager
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Felicia Williams, WIA Manager
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Venessa Edmonds, Career Center Specialist Business Services
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Offered through the Alabama Career Center system, the Alabama JobLink matches job seekers with prospective employers. Find the latest in job openings for the Morgan County area and get help with your job search through online tools.
Search for jobs in Morgan County
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An Alabama JobLink Jobseeker account provides the ability to:
- Conduct a Job Search.
- Build an on-line Resume.
- Register with Job Service.
- Receive emails on new job openings.
- Access additional details and Jobseeker services
Create a Jobseeker Account
- Decatur Daily
- AIDT
- AL.com
- Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce job postings
- Monster.com
- Hot Jobs on Yahoo.com
- CareerBuilder.com
- A Smart Place
Besides the Decatur Career Center, the following is a list of other organizations that provide job search assistance. See the Resource Guide for more information about these organizations:
- Calhoun Community College
- Wallace State Community College
- Dream !t Do !t Initiative (DIDI)
- Department of Rehabilitation
- North Alabama Center for Educational Excellence (NACEE)
- Morgan County SOS
- Christian Women’s Job Corps (CWJC) of Madison County
- Applying for Government Positions
Several different organizations in Morgan County conduct annual career fairs and job expos. These events are good ways to see what industries are in Morgan County and to find available jobs. For more information about upcoming career fairs and job expos, visit the Events page.
Social media sites have opened up new ways to find jobs. These sites have taken online networking and social interaction to new levels. Plus, memberships on most of these sites are free.
Common social media networking sites include:
Classified ads and online newspapers are good sources too. To find a list of newspapers throughout the state, visit 50States.com.
Once you’ve found a job or jobs you’d like to apply for, you may need interviewing or resume help.
- For job interviewing preparation, the following organizations are available to assist you. See the Resource Guide for more information about these organizations:
- For resume writing classes or services, the following organizations are available to assist you. See the Resource Guide for more information about these organizations: