Employment Opportunities

GOLF COURSE LABORER/EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

The City of Pelham is currently accepting applications for a part-time position of Golf Course Laborer/Equipment Operator at Ballantrae Golf Course.  

Summary:  Maintains the grounds of golf course and prepared for play, performs routine manual labor involved in maintaining golf course, operates and maintains small power tools, and uses large equipment such as tractors, loaders, and mowers to perform duties.  

Duties may include, but not limited to the following:   operate hand mowers , string trimmers and edger’s in the care and maintenance of miscellaneous areas; rake and maintain sand bunkers; set tee markers and cups on tees and greens; maintain ball washers, tee towels and flags where needed; remove debris, sand and seed divots; repair ball marks; prune, clean and mulch landscape beds; operate riding mowers, utility vehicles, tractors and other light duty equipment in the care and maintenance of primary areas; water turf areas as directed; help in project work including but not limited to use of hand tools; proper care of assigned tools and equipment; any other duties as directed by supervisor.

Candidates should possess working knowledge in the following areas but not required:

• Working knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools and equipment
• Ability to operate trucks, tractors and light motorized equipment
• Physical strength, stamina and agility; ability to follow oral and written directions.

 Candidate should possess high school diploma or GED.  A valid driver’s license is required and must be maintained.   Candidates must pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Starting compensation is $12.00 per hour.

 Applications are available on the City’s website and can be downloaded. A completed application is required and emailed to HR@pelhamalabama.gov or mailed to City of Pelham, Human Resources, at P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124.  This position is open until filled.

GRILL/BEVERAGE CART ATTENDANT - PART TIME: BALLANTRAE GOLF CLUB

The City of Pelham is currently accepting applications for the part-time position of Grill/Beverage Cart Attendant at Ballantrae Golf Club.

The position is part time up to 30 hours a week. Rate of pay is $10.00 per hour plus tips. Schedule includes weekday/weekend mornings and afternoons. Must be 21 years of age with a valid driver's license.

Duties include, but not limited to the following: friendly customer service, cooking breakfast and lunch items, operating a point of sale system, grill cleanliness, driving a beverage cart on the golf course and the sale of beverages and food to the golfers.

Applicant must pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Completed applications must be emailed to hr@pelhamalabama.gov, or mailed to the City of Pelham Human Resources at P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124, or may be dropped off in person at 401 Southgate Dr., Pelham, AL 35124. Position posted until filled.

The City of Pelham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is E-Verify compliant.

FACILITIES ASSISTANT/LABORER – Part-Time

The City of Pelham is currently seeking to fill our Part-Time position for Facilities Assistant/Laborer. This job involves keeping premises of Civic Complex building in clean and orderly condition by performing the following duties:

•    Ensures facility is clean according to guidelines established by management.

•    Assists with event set up.

•    Performs light building maintenance duties.

•    Provides excellent customer service to patrons.

•    Concessions

•    Cooks

•    Housekeeping

•    General Labor

Candidates must be at least 16 years of age, be dependable and available nights and weekends. For Cook and Bartending positions, candidates must be 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED. Compensation is $10.00 per hour.

Applicant must satisfactorily pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen after receiving conditional offer of employment.  Applications are available on this website and can be downloaded.  Completed applications may be emailed to CityManagerAdmin@pelhamalabama.gov, or mailed to the City of Pelham Human Resources at P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124, or may be dropped off in person at 401 Southgate Drive. 

MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATE

The City of Pelham is currently accepting applications for a part-time Municipal Associate position with the City of Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena:

This position assists in the assigned department, performing entry level work as assigned by the department director or manager. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Bartending
• Concessions
• Cooks
• Housekeeping
• General Labor

Candidates must be at least 16 years of age, be dependable and available nights and weekends.  For Cook and Bartending positions, candidates must be 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED.   Starting compensation is $10.00 per hour.

Applications are available on the city’s website (https://pelhamalabama.gov/156/Job-Opportunities) and can be downloaded. A completed application and background authorization form is required and can be emailed to HR@pelhamalabama.gov or mailed to City of Pelham, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124. This position is open until filled.

MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATE - PARKS AND RECREATION

The City of Pelham is currently accepting applications for a part-time Municipal Associate position with the City of Pelham Parks and Recreation Center:

This position assists in the assigned department, performing entry level work as assigned by the department director or manager. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Greet guests as they enter the center and provide them with information or direct them to appropriate staff members.
• Answer and promptly handle phone calls and routine questions.
• Provide information to members and assist with activity calendar.
• Assist with room set up for daily classes and programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidates must have:

• Excellent customer service.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Strong membership/data entry skills.
• Attentional to detail.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to adapt and problem solve.
• Motivated and team player.

Candidates must be at least 16 years of age, be dependable and available nights and weekends.  For Cook and Bartending positions, candidates must be 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED.   Starting compensation is $10.00 per hour.

Applications are available on the city’s website (https://pelhamalabama.gov/156/Job-Opportunities) and can be downloaded. A completed application and background authorization form is required and can be emailed to HR@pelhamalabama.gov or mailed to City of Pelham, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124. This position is open until filled.

MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATE - PARK MAINTENANCE

The City of Pelham is currently accepting applications for the part-time position of Municipal Associate-Park Maintenance with the City of Pelham Parks and Recreation Center: 

 Duties include but are not limited to: 

• Inspect park grounds for trash.
• Ensure rest rooms are properly maintained and stocked.
• Assist park maintenance technicians in various Parks Maintenance duties. 
• Assist Parks and Recreation staff with special community events.

Candidates must be able to:

• Ability to adapt and problem solve in various situations 
• Lift at least 50 lbs.
• Interact with the public during events.
• Work the scoreboards

Candidates must have:

• A valid drivers’ license in good standing.
• Excellent Customer Service
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Strong membership/data entry
• Attention to detail
• Motivated and team player
• The ability to be a motivated team player

Applicant must satisfactorily pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen after receiving conditional offer of employment. Compensation is $10.00 per hour.  19 hours/week

Candidates must be at least 16 years of age, be dependable and available nights and weekends. 

Applications are available on the City’s website and can be downloaded. A completed application is required and emailed to HR@pelhamalabama.gov or mailed to City of Pelham, Human Resources, at P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124. 

STREET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

The City of Pelham is currently accepting applications for the full time position of Street Maintenance Technician I.  This position reports to the crew supervisor.  This job involves manual labor of some semi-skilled and unskilled nature including both heavy and light physical labor in a wide variety of city activities as it relates to routine maintenance of the City’s infrastructure, such as, but not limited to:

• Receives written work orders or verbal instructions from Crew Supervisor.
• Cuts and trims trees, grass and weeds on right-of-ways.
• Removes litter from City streets and medians.
• Operates backhoe to dig trenches, repairs yards damaged by water line breaks; repairs storm drain pipes, inlets and junction boxes.  
• Repairs streets and sidewalks with asphalt, cold patching materials, and concrete.
• Removes and replaces damaged traffic signs.
• Operates lawn equipment.
• Responds to animal control calls and is responsible for catching pets and wildlife.
• Replaces worn or damaged parts such as hoses, wiring, and belts, in machines and equipment.
• Assists with City holiday decoration set up and take down.
• Assists with demolitions and carpentry as needed.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus one month related experience and/or training.

Certificates and Licenses: A valid Alabama Driver’s License is required.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.  While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell.

Compensation is $30,848.57- $42,043.43, depending on experience, education, and other training.  The City of Pelham offers an excellent benefits package. 

Applications are available on the city’s website and can be downloaded. A completed application is required and must be emailed to HR@pelhamalabama.gov. The final date to submit applications is Monday, September 27, 2021 at 5pm.

CONTRACT TENNIS PROFESSIONAL

The City of Pelham is currently accepting applications for our Contract Tennis Professional positions.

Candidate must be U.S.P.T.A. certified and obtain a business license from the City of Pelham, as required. A candidate who is not USPTA certified is welcome to become a Court Helper while working towards their certification. Once certification is completed, the candidate will be eligible for the position of Contract Tennis Professional.

Compensation:

Compensation for this contracted position is 75% of lesson pay.

Applications are available on the city’s website and can be downloaded. A completed application and background authorization form is required and can be emailed to HR@pelhamalabama.gov or mailed to City of Pelham, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124. 

City of Pelham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is E-Verify compliant.

The City of Pelham is currently accepting applications and resumes for the full time position of Post Certified Police Officer. This position leads the city in performing police work in accordance with departmental policies, rules, regulations and standard operating procedures and receives assignments and instructions from police officers of higher rank. Work normally consists of routine patrol, preliminary investigations, and traffic regulation duties in a designated area/beat on an assigned shift and may be performed in patrol vehicles or on foot. Work may involve an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies. A complete job description will be made available upon request. The following is a representative list of duties involved but may not be all inclusive:

• Patrols a designated area of the city on foot or in an automobile to protect human life and to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crime, to direct traffic as required, to identify and report potential or existing public safety hazards and to enforce traffic and parking regulations.
• Answers calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, felonies, and misdemeanors.
• At the scene of crime, preserves human life, protects property, controls access to the scene, conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, locates witnesses and obtains statements, makes arrests, composes and writes detailed incident / offense reports and testifies as a witness in court.
• At the scene of automobile accidents, preserves life, protects property, locates witnesses and obtains statements, investigates the causes of the accident and prepares detailed accident investigation reports.
• Interviews persons with complaints and attempts to make proper disposition or directs them to proper authorities.
• Gives general advice on traffic and criminal laws and ordinances, and gives general information to the public.
• Employees may be assigned to work on special assignments which call upon specialized abilities and knowledge usually attained through experience as a uniformed Police Officer. Police Officers assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division or specialized units are subject to call 24 hours a day.
• Police Officers may be assigned to work in uniform or plain clothes. Shift schedules and job assignments may be changed periodically to assure the maximum delivery of effective police service.

Must be at least 21 years of age upon graduation of the APOST Academy and have no felony or serious misdemeanor criminal convictions. Must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. Completion of some college or university course work in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Police Science, Criminology, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university is preferred.

Must have a valid Alabama Driver’s License and meet the minimum standards for law enforcement officers as established by Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) and Alabama Law and maintain annual APOSTC continuing education requirements.

APOSTC certified applicants will be ranked, based on their overall academy average. POSTC applicants from other states will also be ranked in the same manner.

At the conclusion of the application process, Human Resources will rank each applicant on a certified list. When the applicant's name is submitted to the police department, the applicant will be contacted and scheduled for the standardized APOSTC physical fitness exam. The results of that exam are pass/fail and those who pass will continue in the hiring process. Those who fail the physical fitness exam may re-apply when the next job posting occurs.

In order to maintain and continue employment as a sworn police officer for the City of Pelham Police Department, an employee must retain the legal right and authority to carry a pistol and any other firearm normally used by police officers. Conviction of any crime that results in the loss of an employee’s rights to carry firearms will immediately disqualify said employee from continued employment as a sworn police officer for the City of Pelham.

In order to maintain and continue employment as a sworn police officer for the City of Pelham Police Department, an employee must retain the legal right and authority to access information from and through the Alabama Criminal Justice Information Center (ACJIC) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) computer systems. Conviction of any felony, or any other crime that results in the loss of an employee’s right to access said computer systems, or a sustained allegation of breach of the rules governing operation and access to said computer systems which results in a decision by either ACJIC or NCIC to terminate an employee’s right and/or authority to access, operate, or receive information through said computer systems will immediately disqualify said employee from continued employment for the City of Pelham.

Compensation range is $47,625.87 - $71,402.28. We offer an excellent benefits package which includes: BCBS health and dental coverage with single coverage being provided at no cost to the employee and family coverage for $174.46/biweekly; vision insurance; Tier 1 retirement benefits with RSA; paid vacation, sick leave and holidays; uniform and equipment provided; annual weapon allowance; 12 hour shifts with every other weekend off; indoor and outdoor ranges.

Applicant must complete a written background  packet, prior to first interview, satisfactorily pass a Background Investigation and polygraph examination after passing an interview. Applicant must also pass a pre-employment drug screen after receiving conditional offer of employment. Applications are on this website and can be downloaded. Completed applications and resumes may be emailed to HR@pelhamalabama.gov. 

 Applicants MUST provide their POSTC number and overall academy scores, college or university final GPA, at the time their application is submitted. Failure to provide all information and certificates may result in disqualification.