Human Resources

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Lawson State Community College's Human Resources Department serves to be the catalyst for creating a positive work environment to foster a community of employees committed to the College's mission.

 

Non Discrimination Policy: It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, its Board of Trustees, and Lawson State Community College (the "College"), a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Lawson State Community College also prohibits discrimination due to ethnic origin, marital status, parental status, economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status or disability, reasonable accommodations, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law. The college has zero tolerance for harassment, retaliation, violence, physical bullying, cyberbullying, and hazing.

In addition to admissions and employment, this nondiscrimination policy covers training, organizational affiliation, student housing, and advisory boards in all college programs and activities. This policy is enforced by Federal law under Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504, of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended in 2008.

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It is the policy of theAlabama Community College System, its Board of Trustees, and Lawson State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age or any other protected class as defined by Federal and State Law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. The notice of nondiscrimination is located on the College's website at:

Non-Discrimination Policy

Revised and Approved by Administrative Leadership: 9.9.2024

 

Human Resources Information (Jobs, Policies, and More)

Search for available job openings at Lawson State and within the Alabama Community College System (ACCS). Applicants who need technical assistance should contact the NEOED Applicant Support Number: 855-524-5627 (hours of operation: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST). 

NOTE:  You will have to set up a NEOED account to apply for any jobs.

Full-time Job Opportunities (Faculty and Staff)

Part-time Job Opportunities (Staff)

Part-time Job Opportunities (Faculty)

ACCS Job Postings


Disclaimer: Full Time Faculty and Staff Applications are only accepted when positions are available. The College is not obligated to consider applications submitted when positions are not available. The application is available on our website for the convenience of those persons applying for vacant positions. Providing false information on an employment application can render your application void.  

Equal Opportunity Employer: Lawson State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, martial status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees. 

Applicants who need technical assistance should contact the NEOED Applicant Support Number: 855-524-5627 (hours of operation: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST). 

To apply for a specific job: click on the job title (link) you are interested in under the categories at the top of the page and click on the "Apply" link.

New applicants: You will first need to create an account to apply to a specific job.

  1. Click on the job posting you are interested in. 
  2. Click "Apply". 
  3. Click "Create Your Account Here!" 
  4. Complete the account registration and click "Save". 
  5. Build your application for the specific job opening. 
  6. Attach your cover letter, resume and transcripts. 
  7. Answer agency and supplemental questions for the job, if applicable. 
  8. Certify and submit your application.

If you see a notice that "the email address you have chosen is already in use", this means you've previously applied for a job with another subscriber to NEOGOV/GovernmentJobs.com. 

Returning applicants: To apply for jobs:

  1. Click on the job posting you're interested in.
  2. Click "Apply". 
  3. Enter your username and password and click "Login".
  4. Click the Job Title link and proceed with your application.
  5. Attach your resume and transcripts. 
  6. Answer agency and supplemental questions for the job.
  7. Certify and submit your application.

To check your status on an existing application, "Sign In".

Online Application Process

Welcome to Lawson State Community College's online application process. The college only accepts applications for current open positions or continuous postings/applicant pools. We encourage you to complete a Job Interest Card to receive emails when vacancies occur. 

Please contact Human Resources for ADA accommodations while applying for postings at humanresources@lawsonstate.edu or call us at 205-929-6308 or 205-929-3408.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the online application system to be considered. A complete application packet consists of the following:
  • A cover letter
  • An online application 
  • Current resume
  • Copy of  unofficial college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)  
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
 
Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified.  Only complete applications received during the period of the announcement will be considered.  In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.  Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Finalist will be required to provide employment verification letters. The finalist selected to fill the position will be required to submit official transcripts for all degrees awarded. Official Transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Human Resources at Lawson State Community College from the institution(s) granting credits.
 

Applicants must travel at their own expense.

If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

 NEOED Applicant Support:
 Monday-Friday
 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM CST
 (855) 524-5627

Please Note:

It is recommended that you have digital (pdf) copies of your resume and transcripts ready when you begin the online application process.  You will be given an opportunity to upload this during the process. We do not accept paper, faxed or emailed applications or application materials. You may not put "see resume" on any section of the application form. When you finish the steps to apply to a job, you will receive an on-screen notice that you've successfully applied. However, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete. Certain positions require skills assessment testing . Applicants must complete the test during the time period indicated. All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via email. Applicants are required to monitor their e-mail accounts for updates regarding positions. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw job announcements prior to awarding.  

Lawson State Community College seeks to provide all employees with the information necessary to understand what to expect from their employment with the college as well as what the college expects of its employees. All Lawson State Community College employees should acquaint themselves with the College's policies and procedures and employee handbook. Lawson State's Employee Handbook is published to provide current and prospective information about the College: its policies, procedures and processes.  The information contained in this handbook should be viewed as a guide (only) and is subject to change as a result of action by federal, state or accrediting agencies, or via the President's Administrative Cabinet or the college's Expanded Cabinet. Lawson State Community College adheres to all Alabama Community College System policies and procedures. 
 
ACCS Policies and Procedures  

Open Records Requests

Lawson State takes all complaints seriously.

Click here to learn more about Lawson's Complaint Process and/or to file a complaint.

Already familiar with Lawson's Complaint Process, and just need to file your complaint now, click here to file your complaint today.

It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, its Board of Trustees, and Lawson State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. 

Lawson State Community College also prohibits discrimination due to ethnic origin, marital status, parental status, economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status or disability, reasonable accommodations or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law.  The college has zero tolerance for harassment, retaliation, violence, physical bullying, cyber-bullying, and hazing.   

This nondiscrimination policy covers employment, admissions, training, organizational affiliation, student housing, and advisory boards in all college programs and activities. This policy is enforced by Federal law under Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504, of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended in 2008.  

If you have questions regarding compliance with these statutes or you need to file a complaint or ensure your protections in the workplace, please contact the Director of Human Resources (205-929-6313) or email ebell@lawsonstate.edu.

Pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions have protections in the workplace (both during and following the birth). Know your rights. Contact the Director of Human Resources at ebell@lawsonstate.edu or call the office at 205-929-6313. For more information on your rights, view the two videos below.

 

Title IX Policies and Procedures

Title IX Coordinator Training

Title IX Investigator Training

Title IX Appellate Decision Making and Decision Maker Training

Title IX Advisor Training

Informal Resolution Training

 

Know your pregnancy rights.

 

ADA Resources for Faculty and Staff

If you are in need of ADA accommodations, contact the Director of Human Resources,  ebell@lawsonstate.edu or call the office at 205-929-6313. For more information on ADA, view the two videos below.

 

Watch this video for understanding ADA.

 

Watch this video to learn how to request accommodations.

Get in Touch with Human Resources

LOCATION

Bessemer Campus
A-Building (lower level)
1100 Ninth Avenue SW
Bessemer, AL 35022

Birmingham Campus
Administration Building, First Floor
3060 Wilson Road SW
Birmingham, AL 35221

HOURS

Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

CONTACT INFORMATION

205-929-3408 (Bessemer Campus)
205-929-6308 (Birmingham Campus)

humanresources@lawsonstate.edu