Ala. Code § 45-58A-111.05: Continuation of Employment in Classified Service; Regular and Exempt Service.

(a) On October 1, 2024, all employees holding regular full-time positions in the service of the city shall continue in their regular status in the classified service, unless the position to which they are appointed or elected is otherwise exempted by this part.

(b) The service shall be divided into two categories, as follows:

(1) A regular service comprised of all employees holding regular classified full-time positions. Employees occupying these positions shall be in the classified service unless specifically exempted from the service under this part.

(2) a. The exempt service, which shall include the following:

1. Part-time employees, including part-time members of different city boards.

2. Any official elected pursuant to Chapter 43 of Title 11, including the city treasurer, city clerk, city clerk-treasurer, police chief, and fire chief.

3. Any other individual elected or appointed to a statutory position provided for under Chapter 43 of Title 11, including any city manager; provided, nothing herein shall require the appointment of a city manager.

4. Any judge, city attorney, and city prosecutor.

5. The administrative assistant to the mayor.

6. Individuals serving in long-term positions whose pay is funded at least partially by state or federal grant.

7. Professionals, including attorneys, physicians, accountants, and consultants, who donate their services to the city on a part-time or temporary basis or are retained as independent contractors.

8. Seasonal and temporary employees.

b. Individuals appointed to fill exempt positions are employees at-will.