Approved Personnel Action Reports 2025-26

In accordance with Office of Civil Rights (OCR) standards, previous Personnel Action Reports (PARs) cannot be posted due to accessibility issues. To request a copy of a past PAR, please contact Ms. Alisha Mitchell at 205-432-3000.

Using the Timesheet

Reviewing and Approving Timesheets (Campus User Only)

Training Resources for Employees and Subs

Training Resources for Campus Users

All vacancies in Bessemer City Schools, Certified, Classified, and Substitute (teaching, administrative, custodial, etc.) are posted on the Alabama State Department of Education's HireTrue website. An application must be completed ONLINE to be considered for ANY VACANCY.

Applicants interested in employment with Bessemer City Schools should follow the Alabama Department of Education's instructions when completing applications for any position. I'd like to point out that Bessemer City Schools requires the following attachments with your online application.

Alabama state department of education- Hire true

Please note that a completed application will consist of the following: transcripts, proof of certification, three letters of reference, and a current resume attached for the application to be considered complete using the "HireTrue" website.

Non-Discrimination Statement

 The Bessemer City School System does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. It provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Background Checks

Each applicant will need the following to complete the registration process successfully:

• A computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access

• A valid email account.
• Established AIM account.
• ALSDE ID#
• Fee of $44.95 paid by Debit card, credit card, or PayPal Account (Prepaid debit cards or credit cards are acceptable)
• Ability to provide their commonly known personal information (SSN, DOB, DL#, Height, Weight, etc.)

Please follow the steps below for Fieldprint Registration:

     Step 1:  Create an AIM Account http://aim.alsde.edu.

     Step 2:  Complete Background Check Registration in AIM

     Step 3:  Create Fieldprint Account

     Step 4:  Complete authorization forms, schedule appointment, and fee payment

     Step 5:  Report for fingerprint appointment

Fingerprint Code for Bessemer City Schools: FPALDOECertEd

PLEASE FOLLOW THE STEPS LISTED BELOW TO APPLY FOR AVAILABLE POSITIONS

CNP SUBSTITUTES

1. Select Department 

a.  Human Resources

b. Employment

c.  Classified Applicant Link

2. A Medical form is required for the Child Nutrition Program

(Forms can be obtained at your local health department @ (205-933-9110)

MAINTENANCE SUBSTITUTES

1.  Contact the Maintenance and Facilities Department (205-432-3900)

2.  Obtain a letter of Referral from the Director.

3.  Submit Letter of Referral to the Human Resource Department. 
 

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

Bessemer City Schools encourages anyone interested in becoming a substitute teacher in our school system to apply with Kelly Educational Staffing the link below.

Kelly educational staffing

2204 Lakeshore Drive
Suite 105
Birmingham, Alabama 35209
Phone: 205-870-7154


SELECT THE LINK BELOW TO APPLY FOR A SUBSTITUTE LICENSE:

Substitute License: (select the following link) APPLICATION FOR SUBSTITUTE LICENSE: A $30.00 nonrefundable application fee is required to apply for a Substitute License. There is an additional $4.00 transaction fee that will be applied when you pay online:

1. Select the above link (Application for Substitute License).

2. Select a substitute, print, and complete the application process.

3. Provide Human Resources with a copy of the completed online application and your printed $30.00 payment receipt.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE AN UP-TO-DATE BACKGROUND CHECK.

2025-2026 Salary schedule

Salary Schedule Q & A

BCS Employee  Handbook 2025-2026