State of Florida Employee Job Reviews in the United States

"I have worked with FDACS for over 6 years, and while the work has been rewarding, very little gets acknowledged. My supervisor is fantastic but upper-division tends to bark orders with little to no guidance and no direction. Constantly repeat steps because no one in upper management listens."

"I have spent the last 30 years in some way shape or form in construction, the only reason I left was when the bubble burst in 2008, its has been my goal to get re-involved in the business for sometime now. During my years I have framed and built over six house throughout the state for various contractors. I successfully passed all parts of the State Contractors exam back in 2002 on my first attempt. The only reason I went into Corrections was to provide for my family because the construction industry has not hit Lake City. I am looking for a change back to what I love to do and the is build."

"I wanted to seek justice. This was the right place for a while."

"The work environment is fairly laid back and your coworkers are always willing to assist in brain storming or trying out different paths if it means finding a solution. Although it may be difficult to see the "big picture" through the monotony of a single day, if you take a step back, and consider the individual person's input, it becomes easier to see that they all do their best to reach and achieve their overall goals. Communication can be a bit stifled, but the documentation is improving and they display concern for each other's wellbeing; willing to assist each other in any way they are able. Although they are currently in the midst of a transition, the pace is not unbearable; additional tools may be necessary to track the duration of activities, since it's sometimes difficult to notice the end of the day approaching swiftly."

"Great work life balance. The Department has taken great strides to promote innovation and opportunities for staff. Salaries are not competitive but the trade off is job security, work life balance, and rewarding work."

"FDEP is a very valuable agency in the state of Florida. Run by a Secretary that is appointed by the Governor, it is subject to having priorities change every time the secretary changes so can really make working there a challenge especially when the priorities of the agency takes a sudden turn and you don't agree with the principals leading to the turn. Because it is an executive agency, there is politics in rules, travel, workshops and decisions so that can be frustrating.With that said, it is a very good agency to work for. It is well funded and provides a critical service for the citizens of the state."

"I enjoy the work but the office is working way too hard at this point and things are falling through the cracks."

"Workplace environment appallingly depressing due to oppressive upper management. Need 20-30 years investment in job for potential to advance, or political connections."

"I worked 2.5 years and the team heavily depended on mainframe computer using outdated technology. After SQL server was introduced, many new programs were developed even with inadequate funding."

"I worked for Florida Dept of Revenue for 22 years. Had an excellent work experience. I loved my job."

"My time working there was positive and productive; I have nothing negative to say."

What do you like about working at State of Florida?

"It is a great job and I have incresed my knowledge base on a multitude of subjects."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Make sure this is something you really want to do because the training takes one to two years. The positions require a lot of time away from home traveling 16 counties and the chances of getting a raise are not good."

What don't you like about working at State of Florida?

"No recognition for the job done and no increase in salary for the past 6 years."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Recognition is always nice for a job well done. It can be verbal/ certificate/ pin, monetary or a promotion."

What do you like about working at State of Florida?

"The pension and full benefits; the environment and the family like culture"

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Be honest on your experience. Do not talk too much on unrelated topics."

What don't you like about working at State of Florida?

"lack of procedure and structure. Lack of visions and motivations."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Pay a little bit more attention on strategic planning and risk management."

"Great place to work for"

What do you like about working at State of Florida?

"Everything. The Dept of Corrections' culture is like no other, friendly, cooperative, you just feel like you can make a difference."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"As preciously said, the Dept of Corrections is a great place to work for. Unfortunately now they are only in Central and north Florida."

What don't you like about working at State of Florida?

"The image it has. Although the Dept of Corrections is one of the agencies with less funds working, it is one of the few that take care of its people. Everyone is treated like family."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Management recently has been reduced. Upper management should think before making long term decisions."

"The state provides great benefits to its employees"

What do you like about working at State of Florida?

"Able to learn a different recruiting strategy used by the State."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Every agency within the State of Florida is different. Some are great to work for and some are not."

What don't you like about working at State of Florida?

"The State of Florida has too many people doing nothing. Staff should be reduced"

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Management will do nothing since management is the problem (currently)."