Welcome to Human Resources
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Clerk of Circuit Court for Hernando County. With more than 1,000 duties to oversee, the Clerk’s Office offers many opportunities for people from various backgrounds to build a rewarding career in public service. This office seeks to attract, retain and inspire high quality individuals who want to work for an organization that strives for excellence and provides unmatched customer service. We strive to create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and respected.
The Clerk of Circuit Court is an independently elected Constitutional Officer and Clerk employees are not employees of Hernando County. All employees at the Clerk’s Office are at-will employees who serve at the pleasure of the Clerk.
Available Positions
- Available positions can be viewed by clicking on the Job Opportunities button below.
- Click on a particular position to view the job description or apply.
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications to be considered for employment.
- Only those individuals whose qualifications and experience best meet the needs of the Clerk’s Office will be invited for an interview. Those selected for an interview will be contacted by telephone or email.
- Please see below for information regarding Veterans’ Preference.
Online Application Process
- To ensure that we have consistent information from all candidates, an online employment application is required in order to be considered for any position at the Clerk’s Office.
- To apply, click the Job Opportunities button above to be directed to NeoGov, our application center.
- Click on a particular position to review the job description in detail or to apply.
- If you already have a user name and password, simply login to apply or to update your application and apply.
- If this is your first visit, you must create a user name and password and accept the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
- You have the option to save and edit your application at a later time by selecting “Sign In” in the right-hand corner of the Job Opportunities page, and then choosing the position you wish to complete.
- DO NOT use the “back” browser button as it will cause you to exit the application.
- You have the ability to attach your resume, cover letter, or other documents in an electronic format.
- You may apply to more than one position by completing the application for that position.
- If you are claiming Veterans’ Preference you must complete the Veterans’ Preference Certification FDVA Form VP-1 form. See below for additional information about Veterans’ Preference.
- Applications must be completed and submitted before the closing date of the position.
- Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
- ALWAYS LOG OUT of NeoGov when you are done.
Existing Applications
The Clerk will hold promising applications for up to one year to be considered for future vacancies within the office.
Hiring Policy
- Your application will receive careful consideration. Our goal is to attract, hire, and retain the best-qualified candidates.
- Employment preference is given to applicants who do not use tobacco products.
- The Hernando County Clerk’s Office is a drug-free workplace. The Clerk is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse and providing an environment that encourages and supports a safe, healthy, and productive workforce. The drug-free workplace program requires drug testing of applicants selected for employment as well as post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing.
- The Clerk of Circuit Court is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and strives to enhance its diverse workforce.
- The Clerk 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.
- The Clerk is committed to providing a pleasant working environment free from any harassment or discrimination.
- Federal law requires that the Hernando County Clerk hire only US citizens and lawfully authorized aliens who can provide documentation of their identity and employment eligibility.
- All applicants scheduled for an interview will be required to complete an Authorization of Release of Information PRIOR to their interview.
Benefits Overview
- Health Insurance – choice of PPO or High-Deductible/Health Savings Account medical plan, dental and vision, for employees and family members/dependents
- Employee Health Center – insured employees are eligible for free health care and prescription services at the CareATC Wellness and Health Center
- Employee Assistance Plan – Guidance Resources Program offers someone to talk to and resources to consult when needed
- Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care and Dependent Care FSA available
- Life Insurance – Basic, supplemental and dependent coverages available
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Retirement plan – participation in the Florida Retirement system, offering a traditional pension plan or an investment plan option
- Paid Time Off – all regular employees accrue paid time off based on years of service and can begin using their accrued time immediately with no wait period. The amount of paid time off accrued increases based on longevity.
- Holidays – employees receive 12 paid holidays annually
- Birthday Leave – employees can observe their birthday as a paid leave benefit
- Loan Forgiveness – qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgivenes
Americans with Disabilities Act
Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or ADA Amendments Act should contact Clerk Human Resources representatives at (352) 540-6233 , or telecommunication devices for the deaf (TDD) (352) 754-4120, or via email hr@hernandoclerk.org.
Veterans' Preference
- If you are eligible for Veterans’ Preference, you must complete the Veterans’ Preference Certification FDVA Form VP-1 or submit a letter, form, or other written application containing essentially the same information.
- If you claim veterans’ preference as a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard, you must also complete FDVA Form VP-2, Certification of Current Member of Reserve Component of the United States Armed Forces or The Florida National Guard.
- If you claim veterans’ preference as an unremarried widow or widower of a veteran who died of a service-connected disability or of a member of the United States Armed Forces who died in the line of duty under combat-related conditions, you must also complete FDVA Form VP-3, Certification of Unremarried Widow or Widower.
- Applicants claiming veterans’ preference must establish eligibility by providing required documentation based on the type of claim by the application deadline. Veterans, disabled Veterans and spouses of disabled Veterans and family members must furnish a copy of the DD Form 214, or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) listing military status, dates of service, and Character of Discharge. Additional documentation supporting the type of claim must also be provided (e.g., document from the Department of Defense or Department of Veterans Affairs certifying that the Veteran has a compensable service-connected disability).
- In order to receive preference, eligibility documentation is requested at the time of application but must be provided before an interview is scheduled.
- You may attach a scanned copy to your online application or call (352) 540-6233 to make arrangements for the provision of the required documentation.
Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements and qualify for Veterans Preference and who believe they have not been afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law, may file a written complaint requesting an investigation with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs at the following email or address:
Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us
U.S. Mail: Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Attn: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311
Largo, Florida 33778-1630
The complaint must be filed within 60 calendar days from the date the applicant receives notice that they were not selected.
If you have additional questions pertaining to employment with our office, please email hr@hernandoclerk.org .