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About Us

From the houses on the bluffs overlooking the Tennessee River to the beautiful and historic homes in the city's downtown area, life in Florence is full of beauty.
Whether you are looking to do business in Florence, visit us, or looking to relocate, this is the website where you can find anything about the City of Florence.
Situated on the banks of the beautiful Tennessee River, Florence has a rich history. Florence hosts numerous festivals and events throughout the year including the NCAA Division II Championship Football Game.
Native Americans settled this area long ago, and the Indian Mound museum is located at a domiciliary mound near the river. Florence is the site for the Alabama Renaissance Faire, held each October, as well as Arts Alive, Frontier Days Celebration, the Freedom of America Celebration on the fourth of July, an annual Trail of Tears Celebration, and many others.
Florence is an outdoor lover's dream. Golfers pick from a variety of public and private courses. The river and its system of lakes offers a variety of recreational activities. Nature lovers and bird watchers find much to enjoy in the area's public parks, camping areas and walking trails. In the spring, neighborhoods come alive with flowering dogwoods and azaleas, and the downtown areas buzz with activity as restaurants move tables to the sidewalk and enjoy another change of season.
But there's plenty to do indoors, as well. The Kennedy-Douglass offer exhibits, classes and juried shows. Theater groups and dance studios perform; museums offer educational programs.

Jobs

Police Officer
Category: Government
Job Opening:  9/1/26Closing:  Continuous Please read all of the following instructions and information before submitting an application. This position requires knowledge of law enforcement methods and procedures, as well as demonstrated technical skills necessary for performing general police duties. Specific responsibilities will vary, depending upon the bureau, division, or unit to which an ...read more
Contact:
humanresources@florenceal.org
Phone:(256) 760-6300
Cemetery Sexton
Category: Government
Opening Date:  9/22/2026 Closing Date:  9/29/2026   Arranges for funerals. Makes job assignments for employees of the department. Maintains cemetery property and other grounds at many locations throughout the city. Responsible for the repair of equipment assigned to the department. Responsible for budgeting and purchasing tools, parts, equipment, gas, oil, and uniforms used by the department. ...read more
Contact:
humanresources@florenceal.org
Phone:(256) 760-6300
Stores Safety Coordinator - Gas Dept.
Category: Government
Opening Date:  9-23-26 Closing Date:  9-30-26   This position is responsible for overseeing and maintaining an established stores/inventory section and safety program for the City of Florence, Gas Department. Job duties include; performing physical counts of inventory/assets, supervising stores section personnel (stock clerk, secretary, & custodial) responsible for maintenance of plant ...read more
Contact:
humanresources@florenceal.org
Phone:(256) 760-6300

Rep/Contact Info

Melissa Bevis
Business Development Coordinator
  • Phone: (256) 760-6300
Amy Edwards
  • Phone: (256) 760-6400
Jackie Hendrix
City Council Member - District 2
  • Phone: (256) 760-6400
Elizabeth Henley
  • Phone: (256) 760-6408
Robert Leyde
City Clerk
  • Phone: (256) 760-6400
Rachel Mansell
  • Phone: (256) 760-6400
Joshua Meza
  • Phone: (256) 760-6400
Kaytrina Simmons
City Council Member - District 1
  • Phone: (256) 760-6400
Ron Tyler
Mayor
  • Phone: (256) 760-6400
Kathy Waddell
  • Phone: (256) 760-6400