What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Recruitment & Compliance Team Lead position at The State of Florida?
Requisition No: 878143
Agency: Department of Corrections
Working Title: Security Recruitment & Compliance Team Lead
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 70047288
Salary: $58,131.06 - $59,482.80 annually
Posting Closing Date: 06/30/2026
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
We Never Walk Alone
Advertising Title: Security Recruitment & Compliance Team Lead
This open competitive advertisement is for a SES (Selected Exempt Service) position located at Central Office in the Office of Human Resources Security Recruitment Team.
This role aims to ensure that the organization is staffed with skilled and reliable security professionals who meet the standards and compliance requirements of FDLE and the department, thereby supporting the safety and security objectives of the organization.
This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.
JOB DUTIES:
Serve as a subject matter expert supporting the Security Recruitment Team’s daily workflow, policy interpretation, and operational guidance.
Assist in overseeing statewide recruitment processes for CO and CPO positions, ensuring compliance with personnel rules, statutes, and affirmative action requirements.
Conduct and finalize background investigations and review recruitment packages for accuracy, documentation, and policy compliance.
Provide technical and procedural support to HR staff, field offices, and recruitment team members; participate in training delivery.
Assist with posting, maintenance, and timely processing of security‑related job advertisements in People First.
Utilize multiple HR and investigative systems (People First, SharePoint, Axiom Pro, FCIC/NCIC, CCIS, ATMS, etc.) to support recruitment operations.
Support policy development, training initiatives, productivity tracking, and special projects; provide backup coverage for team and manager as needed.
ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of one or more personnel program function such as recruitment and selection, employee relations, etc.
Knowledge of computer software including applications.
Ability to direct and organize program activities.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to analyze situations and recommend alternative solutions.
FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of agency policies, personnel rules, Florida Statutes, Department of Management Services requirements, and human resource functions.
Knowledge of effective communication principles, data collection methods, and basic numerical operations.
Knowledge of HR‑related systems and software, including People First, SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Excel, and other data and records management tools.
Skill in managing time, learning new systems or processes, and communicating clearly and effectively with diverse audiences.
Ability to collect, analyze, and organize data and personnel records in a logical and compliant format.
Ability to compose clear written correspondence and apply problem‑solving techniques to recruitment and HR issues.
Ability to interpret, understand, and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
BENEFITS:
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
Tuition-Free college courses.
Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System:
Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan)
Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan)
Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop)
Deferred Compensation
Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Three or more years of human resource experience in recruitment, onboarding, personnel administration, or related HR functions involving applicant processing, or similar support to hiring managers.
Three or more years of experience conducting background checks or employment eligibility reviews and making determinations based on findings.
Three or more years of experience using People First.
Must be willing to work in office Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Three or more years of experience interpreting and implementing Florida Statutes 435 and 943 related to background screening and public safety requirements.
Three or more years of experience interpreting and implementing Florida Administrative Code Chapter 11B‑27 governing Certification and Employment or Appointment standards.
Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT
The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. FDC uses E-Verify to confirm an employee’s eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form.
The Florida Department of Corrections does not currently support H-1B Visa Sponsorship.
For online application issues, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
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.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309
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Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
Agency: Department of Corrections
Working Title: Security Recruitment & Compliance Team Lead
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 70047288
Salary: $58,131.06 - $59,482.80 annually
Posting Closing Date: 06/30/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
We Never Walk Alone
Advertising Title: Security Recruitment & Compliance Team Lead
This open competitive advertisement is for a SES (Selected Exempt Service) position located at Central Office in the Office of Human Resources Security Recruitment Team.
This role aims to ensure that the organization is staffed with skilled and reliable security professionals who meet the standards and compliance requirements of FDLE and the department, thereby supporting the safety and security objectives of the organization.
This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.
JOB DUTIES:
Serve as a subject matter expert supporting the Security Recruitment Team’s daily workflow, policy interpretation, and operational guidance.
Assist in overseeing statewide recruitment processes for CO and CPO positions, ensuring compliance with personnel rules, statutes, and affirmative action requirements.
Conduct and finalize background investigations and review recruitment packages for accuracy, documentation, and policy compliance.
Provide technical and procedural support to HR staff, field offices, and recruitment team members; participate in training delivery.
Assist with posting, maintenance, and timely processing of security‑related job advertisements in People First.
Utilize multiple HR and investigative systems (People First, SharePoint, Axiom Pro, FCIC/NCIC, CCIS, ATMS, etc.) to support recruitment operations.
Support policy development, training initiatives, productivity tracking, and special projects; provide backup coverage for team and manager as needed.
ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of one or more personnel program function such as recruitment and selection, employee relations, etc.
Knowledge of computer software including applications.
Ability to direct and organize program activities.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to analyze situations and recommend alternative solutions.
FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of agency policies, personnel rules, Florida Statutes, Department of Management Services requirements, and human resource functions.
Knowledge of effective communication principles, data collection methods, and basic numerical operations.
Knowledge of HR‑related systems and software, including People First, SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Excel, and other data and records management tools.
Skill in managing time, learning new systems or processes, and communicating clearly and effectively with diverse audiences.
Ability to collect, analyze, and organize data and personnel records in a logical and compliant format.
Ability to compose clear written correspondence and apply problem‑solving techniques to recruitment and HR issues.
Ability to interpret, understand, and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
BENEFITS:
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
Tuition-Free college courses.
Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System:
Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan)
Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan)
Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop)
Deferred Compensation
Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Three or more years of human resource experience in recruitment, onboarding, personnel administration, or related HR functions involving applicant processing, or similar support to hiring managers.
Three or more years of experience conducting background checks or employment eligibility reviews and making determinations based on findings.
Three or more years of experience using People First.
Must be willing to work in office Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Three or more years of experience interpreting and implementing Florida Statutes 435 and 943 related to background screening and public safety requirements.
Three or more years of experience interpreting and implementing Florida Administrative Code Chapter 11B‑27 governing Certification and Employment or Appointment standards.
Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT
The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. FDC uses E-Verify to confirm an employee’s eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form.
The Florida Department of Corrections does not currently support H-1B Visa Sponsorship.
For online application issues, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
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.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309
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Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
Salary : $58,131 - $59,483