HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST/HR-SES - 64007242

Requisition No: 878046 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST/HR-SES - 64007242

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64007242 

Salary:  $45,060.11 - $52,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 07/11/2026 

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The Florida Department of Health is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Human Resource Specialist to join our Recruitment team within the Office of Human Resource Management. This professional position plays a key role in supporting hiring managers and ensuring a positive experience for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Multiple positions may be filled.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Assisting hiring managers with recruitment activities, including advertisements, qualifying questions, applicant reviews, and offer letters.
• Providing guidance on Veterans’ Preference and ensuring documentation is complete and compliant.
• Processing background screenings, fingerprinting, and drug test results; updating personnel systems accordingly.
• Reviewing recruitment packages for completeness and compliance with department standards.
• Delivering training related to recruitment procedures and providing ongoing support to supervisors.
• Preparing reports, gathering data, and assisting with special projects that require HR expertise.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive employee information.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Microsoft applications software

Knowledge of State of Florida Personnel Rules and applicable Florida Statutes

Knowledge of the People First system

Ability to interpret, apply and communicate applicable human resource management statutes, rules, policies, and procedures

Knowledge of methods of data collection and analysis

Knowledge of one or more personnel program functions such as classification and pay, insurance and benefits, recruitment and selection, labor relations, employee/employer relations or training

Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally

Ability to utilize a computer

Ability to coordinate work assignments, as well as projects and activities, with strong attention to detail

Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data relating to human resource management program functions

Ability to prepare reports relating to human resource management program functions

Qualifications:

At least one year of experience working with the People First system in an HR capacity.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Tallahassee, FL

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

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• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

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