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Florida civil service test guides

Florida's state personnel system covers thousands of positions across agencies. The People First portal handles applications and employment for State Personnel System employees.

Florida state government employment is managed through the People First system administered by the Department of Management Services. Most state positions are in the Career Service, Selected Exempt Service, or Senior Management Service categories.

Competitive selection processes vary by agency and position. Some use written exams; others use structured interviews or work samples. Always review the specific vacancy announcement for selection method details.

Official test guides index (all titles)Florida Department of Management…

General

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  • People First — Florida State Careers Portal

    Official Florida state employment portal for job listings, application submission, and hiring status.

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  • Florida DMS — Human Resource Support

    Florida Department of Management Services HR resources covering classification, benefits, and state employment policies.

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State examination booklets

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  • Florida Department of Law Enforcement — Careers

    FDLE special agent and support position hiring information including exam and background investigation requirements.

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  • Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission — Careers

    Wildlife officer and civilian positions with FWC, including officer selection process and exam details.

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Local government booklets

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  • Miami-Dade Human Resources — Exam Announcements

    Miami-Dade County exam announcements for police, fire, and county government positions.

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Good to know

  • Florida's civil service structure differs from states with centralized exam boards—individual agencies may run their own selection processes. Contact the hiring agency for position-specific information.
  • Veterans' preference applies in Florida state hiring under Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes; documentation requirements are specified in the job listing.
  • Florida law enforcement candidates must meet Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) requirements before employment.

Supplemental prep on this site

Our title-based guides explain merit-system hiring, what many exams emphasize, and study checklists. They do not replace your announcement or official state booklets.

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