Over 11,000 Job Opportunities Available in Birmingham
In an exciting turnaround for job seekers, over 11,000 jobs are now available in and around the Greater Birmingham Area. These opportunities span across a variety of industries such as tech, healthcare, retail, and more, offering something for individuals with diverse skill sets and career aspirations. The data is sourced from online job portal Indeed.com and supports positive prospects for the city’s employment scene.
Alabama’s Unemployment Rate Data
The Alabama Department of Labor’s Market Information Division has reported that Alabama’s unemployment rate is currently at 3.1% as of April, which is 0.8% less than the national rate. While the economic circumstances due to the pandemic have affected employment globally, these latest numbers reflect a hopeful upswing for job seekers in Birmingham. In fact, AlabamaWorks! has revealed that there are 4,765 candidates for 11,960 jobs in the Birmingham-Hoover Area, painting an encouraging picture for those in the job hunt.
Top Employers in Birmingham with Job Openings
Based on listings on Indeed.com, the top ten employers in Birmingham with maximum job openings currently include –
- Tenet Healthcare (324)
- UAB Medicine (237)
- Grandview Medical Center (209)
- Jefferson County Board of Education (190)
- Ascension (184)
- Children’s of Alabama (146)
- State Farm (137)
- Taco Bell (127)
- Birmingham City Schools (121)
- Circle K (99)
In addition, several other companies in Birmingham are also on a hiring spree. Some of these include – Protective, PRADCO Outdoor Brands, Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, United Way of Central Alabama, Momentum, Moultrie Mobile, amongst others.
Job Opportunities Beyond Birmingham
While the current focus is on the booming Birmingham job market, for those willing to explore opportunities a bit further afield, there are over 6,000 jobs currently accessible in Huntsville. Thus, indicating a positive trend not just for Birmingham but Alabama as a whole when it comes to available employment opportunities.
The currently available jobs are a mix of full-time, part-time, remote, freelance, internship and temporary positions. This diverse set of options allows job seekers to find something most suitable according to their career objectives, skills, work preferences and lifestyle needs.
