Online Employment Application Process

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners. With a workforce of more than 800 employees - we are one of the largest employers in Hernando County. The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners is committed to excellence in the work place. We offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive insurance coverage (health, dental, life, long term and short term disability).

A Hernando County Board of County Commissioners employment application is required in order to be considered for any position with Hernando County.

** All Applicants Note ** Be advised that the Florida State Supreme Court has ruled that all information supplied while making application for employment with all state, county and municipal entities and agencies, becomes a part of Public Record under provisions of Chapter 119 of Florida Statutes, and as such must be made available to interested parties upon specific request.

Applicants who do not have access to a computer who wish to apply for a position that is currently posted can go to Career Central, Hernando County Public Libraries or Human Resources to apply.

Our Hiring Policy

Hernando County is an Equal Opportunity Multicultural Employer and strives to enhance its diverse workforce. Hernando County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Hernando County demonstrates its commitment to the principles and spirit of equal employment opportunity by maintaining an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees, customers and citizens. Our goal is to attract, hire and retain the best-qualified candidates. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the Human Resources Department at telephone number (352) 754-4013; fax (352) 754-4025; or telecommunication devices for the deaf (TDD) (352) 754-4120.

Pay for new employees typically starts at the bottom of the posted range, however consideration may be given depending on qualifications.

All employees of Hernando County are required to work before, during or after an emergency. 

Veterans’ Preference

Veterans’ preference is given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans in accordance with Chapter 295, Florida Statutes. Veterans' Preference eligibility has changed. Effective July 1, 2007 Operation Enduring Freedom (Oct 7, 2001 - present) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (Mar 19, 2003 - present) veterans will be eligible for preference, in addition to other eligible categories. See F.S. 1.01(14) for more information. Additionally, F.S. 295.101 has been repealed and eligibility in the State of Florida is now perpetual, and no longer a single entitlement. In order to receive preference, eligibility documentation is requested at time of application, but must be provided before closing date of job posting. You may attach a scanned copy or call 352-754-4013 to make arrangements.

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners Is a Drug-Free Workplace

Hernando County Board of County Commissioner’s drug-free workplace program requires drug testing of applicants selected for employment; post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing; and/or random drug and alcohol testing of employees whose positions require operation of a commercial motor vehicle and/or safety sensitive transit related system employees in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation and/or the Federal Transit Administration policies.

Federal law requires that the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized aliens who can provide documentation of their identity and employment eligibility.