Employee Resources

Considering a Career in Public Health?

If you’re passionate about serving your community and tackling challenging issues, a career in public health might be the perfect fit for you. The Department of Health offers a wide range of meaningful careers in public health and community service. Whether you’re working within a disease-prevention program, coordinating health-education, testing beach water, or shaping policy to improve access to care, you’ll find roles that challenge you and make a real difference in people’s lives.

Why Work for the State of Florida Department of Health?

Florida isn’t just known for its beautiful beaches and hidden gems. Our employees benefit from a wide range of outstanding benefits and opportunities. Here are a few reasons why the Florida Department of Health is a fantastic place to work:

• Competitive Salaries
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Paid holidays: 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
• Flexible Spending Accounts: To assist in managing your healthcare expenses
• Tuition Waivers: Opportunities for education and professional development
• and more!

Discover and Explore Employment Opportunities

Join the Florida Department of Health in Duval County and play a key role in protecting, promoting and improving the health of our community. We are seeking passionate, community-focused professionals who want to make a real impact in public health. 

To explore current job opportunities and vacancies, please visit the People First website. Here, you can search for current job openings within the State of Florida. If you find a position that matches your qualifications and interests, you will need to apply online. 

Please ensure that your application is filled out in its entirety. Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application. You are highly encouraged to attach your resume, cover letter, professional education, and professional licensure information. As this information provides a comprehensive view of your qualifications.

Learn more and start your rewarding career with us.

Additional Information

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Employee Resources Office

The Employee Resources Office is your dedicated liaison for Human Resource action processing. Responsibilities include classification, recruitment, attendance and leave, payroll, volunteer and intern services, onboarding, and more.

The Employee Resources office is open Monday–Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 904-253-1000.