Instructions for Applying Online using People First
Applying for a Position through People First
To search for a job with the Florida Department of Corrections visit the People First web site to find the most comprehensive listing of jobs in the State of Florida.
If you are interested in all jobs in a particular county simply, move your mouse over the map on the left to the appropriate region (west, north, central, south). A drop down box will appear listing all the counties within that area. Select your county of interest; or
If you would like to define your search criteria in more detail, for example, identify the agency, salary range, occupation, county, etc., you will need to select the logon button above the map on the left of the screen. The following screen will appear:
Scroll to the bottom and select the Search button.
This screen allows you to define your search criteria for the various fields by selecting items from the drop boxes listed by identifying the agency, salary range, occupation, county, etc. It is not necessary to select criteria from every box. Only define those criteria most important to you.
Once you have defined your criteria, select the Search button at the bottom of the screen.
A vacancy listing will appear.
Click on the title of the vacancy you would like to view to obtain more information about the position.
To apply for the position on line, click “Begin Application Process” reflected at the top or bottom of the screen.
If it is the first time you have used this system, you will be required to register. The system will ask you for an e-mail address and a password (which you create). After completing this step you will be able to complete a State of Florida Application online reflecting your knowledge, skills and abilities.
Applications for all positions must be submitted directly to the People First Staffing Administration ither on-line, by mail or by fax no later than 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. (NOTE: The requisition number must be included on your application if it is being faxed or mailed to ensure it is attached to the correct job vacancy). Use the following contact information to mail or fax your application.
People First Staffing Administration
Post Office Box 44058
Jacksonville, FL 32231-4058
FAX # (904) 636-2627
If you experience any problems applying on-line, please call the People First service center at 1-877-562-7287 between 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m