Florence, South Carolina – The City of Florence is gearing up for a major employment initiative, inviting job seekers to its City-Wide Hiring Event on March 20, 2025. Scheduled for the Pearl Moore Basketball Center (500 Barnes St., Florence, SC), the event will take place from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and offers a simplified hiring procedure including on-site interviews.
The city is providing an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to start or progress their careers in public service with a range of full-time jobs spread across many departments.
There will be a wide spectrum of positions ranging from basic city services like Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Utilities.
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Potential candidates might thus look into professions in anything from law enforcement and emergency response to infrastructure maintenance and utility operations. The City of Florence is dedicated to provide the community with a trained workforce, hence this event aims to make the hiring process as effective as it might be.
Competitive pay and benefits
The city is offering competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, making these positions highly attractive for job seekers. State health insurance, pension benefits, paid holidays, and access to a wellness clinic including a nurse practitioner will be given to staff members. Furthermore, jobs requiring certain tools or uniforms will have those supplied, therefore guaranteeing staff members’ success.
Some of the available positions
Several positions are open, with a focus on skilled labor, technical roles, and public safety. A few highlighted opportunities include:
- Heavy Equipment Operator – Stormwater ($20.78/hour)
- Utility Operations Maintenance Worker – Collections ($17.95/hour)
- Class I Police Officer (Up to $52,540.81/year depending on certification and experience)
- Team Leader – Distribution Operations ($21.82/hour)
- Utility Maintenance Technician I ($24.05/hour)
Along with the chance for professional development inside the local administration, each position provides steady work with 40-hour schedules—or more in certain cases. Positions will stay open until filled, but attending the recruiting event offers a special benefit: candidates will have the opportunity to meet hiring officials personally, therefore expediting the hiring process.
To see all open job positions click here.
Why attend?
This hiring event offers Florence and the neighboring areas job seekers a chance to land a steady career with great benefits. City jobs often come with long-term security, retirement plans, and the satisfaction of serving the community. Additionally, the city’s commitment to employee wellness—through resources like the onsite wellness clinic—demonstrates a focus on work-life balance and employee care.
Mark March 20 on your calendar if you or someone you know are seeking a fulfilling public service job. With on-site interviews and an array of vacant jobs, this event could be the first step toward a great future with the City of Florence.
