The seamstress is responsible for fitting and alterations on cadet uniforms, military uniforms and civilian clothing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
In addition to adhering to general staff policies and guidelines specified by the Alabama Community College System, Faculty/Staff Handbook, President, Senior Vice President and Commandant of Cadets, and Director of Auxiliary Service, the successful candidate will also perform/comply with the following duties:

• Reports directly to the Director of Auxiliary Services.
• Works at the Uniform Department however may be asked to work at the Tiger’s Den Bookstore or the mailroom to include maintaining inventory count and accuracy, stocking shelves, cleaning and selling items.
• Ensures assigned working areas are open during the posted hours, which requires arriving at least five minutes beforehand.
• Performs fittings and alterations on, cadet uniforms, military uniforms and civilian clothing.
• Installs patches and stripes on jackets and Utility uniforms.
• Operates, cleans, calibrates and adjusts sewing machines.
• Maintains high moral and ethical standards.
• Works well with others and shows respect to all college constituents.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Auxiliary Services.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING:

• A minimum of 5 years of related work experience in hand and machine sewing techniques is required.
• Knowledge of industrial sewing machines (straight stitch and blind stitch).
• Knowledge to set-up and to adjust machines.
• Knowledge of clothing structure and materials.
• Ability to work independently and sit for long periods of time with head down and use sewing machines involving needles, as well as hand sewing needles.
• Must be able to work nonstandard hours.
• Ensures all doors are secured and locked during any breaks, at lunch and at the end of the day.
• Maintains high moral and ethical standards.
• Works well with others and show respect to all college constituents.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Auxiliary Services.

REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS:

• None.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• None.

SALARY: Salary Schedule E5 06 00-06 $23,918.40-29,356.80 (10 month s) ; based on relevant education and experience.

PROJECTED START DATE: ASAP.

APPLICATION DEADLINE/PROCEDURE:

• Complete application files must be received in the Human Resources Department by September 28, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
• A complete application package consists of:
  • Complete Online MMI employment application.
  • Signed Letter of interest.
  • Current resume [Note: Resume should address how the applicant has fulfilled the qualifications, required and preferred (if applicable), listed on this job announcement].
  • Copy of all college transcripts (if a degree is required) [Note: Applicants should submit ONLY those transcripts from institutions where degrees were awarded (Associates degree or higher. Official transcripts will be required if one is offered the position)].
• Applicant files that are not complete by the closing date will not be considered.
• The College may extend the application deadline to ensure an adequate pool of qualified applicants.
• Prior to a job offer being made, applicant must submit employment verifications from current and prior education employers.

NOTE: Failure of an applicant to submit, or MMI to receive, any item listed above, on or before the closing date, will result in disqualification from further consideration of the position. Only items which are postmarked on or before the closing date can be accepted after the closing date. An application must be completed in its entirety. “See Resume” will not be accepted for previous work experience.

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An advisory committee may review all application files. Individuals selected will be invited for an interview. The President may select one of the recommended applicants to fill the vacancy or may choose to reopen the application and selection process. Applicants must travel at their own expense. If you have a disability and will require accommodations, please notify us at (334) 683.2368.

MMI is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the ACCS Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Marion Military Institute will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applications or employees. The school reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

Criminal Background Check:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a nonrefundable fee of $24.40 (additional charges may apply) for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Marion Military Institute is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

MARION MILITARY INSTITUTE DOES NOT PROVIDE COPIES OF MATERIALS RECEIVED.