HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST/HR-SES - 64064358

Requisition No: 849573 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST/HR-SES - 64064358

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64064358 

Salary:  $44,060.12-$50,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 04/01/2025 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position is assigned to the Benefits section.  Work is performed under general guidelines and independent action is required in dealing directly with line staff, supervisors, managers, division directors and personnel liaisons.  The incumbent is responsible for maintaining current knowledge and providing technical assistance to all levels of supervisors, managers, and staff on the Florida Statutes, personnel rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and collective bargaining. Performs human resource functions in accordance with Section 447.203, Florida Statutes.

Providing assistance and counsel to employees relating to state group insurance, retirement and other benefits-related subjects in accordance with relevant laws, rules and procedures. Performing all activities relating to these functions, such as certifying retirement documents, processing contribution adjustments and invoices; performing premium administration activities relating to insurance, including initiating payment of contributions and refunds to employees; and delivering program training presentations for employees. Providing technical assistance to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Microsoft applications software

Knowledge of State of Florida Personnel Rules and applicable Florida Statutes

Knowledge of 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, recruitment, 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.

Our Organization and Mission:

• The mission of the Florida Department of Health is to promote, protect, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

Where You Will Work:

• This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida

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

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

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

For a more complete list of benefits, 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.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. 

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

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

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

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. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

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

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.