It's a New Day in Public Health.
The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.
Employment Opportunities
Contact Us
- 850-316-2660
-
Mailing Address
Fairfield Service Center, 1295 West Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, Florida 32501

CHEN staff wear blue in celebration of Men's Health Day.
At the Florida Department of Health in Escambia (DOH-Escambia), we aim to recruit, develop, and retain the best people. Our people are essential assets in our mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of Escambia County, Florida residents through integrated state, county, and community efforts. Individuals should be willing to serve the public and make a difference in the lives of Escambia County residents and visitors.
How to Apply
All employment opportunities with DOH-Escambia are posted on the State of Florida job site, People First, where you can look for state government jobs located throughout the state of Florida. If you are interested in applying for a DOH-Escambia position, you must apply online at People First website. DOH-Escambia does not accept applications at any of our locations.
Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application. Reference checks will be conducted on the top candidates.
The Florida Department of Health is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for interviewing for applicants and employees who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act are available upon request. Specific questions related to job vacancies should be directed to the contact person listed on the vacancy announcement.
Tips for Applying
7 Tips for Preparing Effective State Applications - Learn how to prepare your State of Florida employment application to showcase your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.
Learn how to register and set up a profile in the People First system - Directions and Tips for Using the People First Job Center

Healthy Start staff wear blue to raise awareness of Men's Health Day.
Internship Opportunities
Internships at DOH-Escambia are available depending on staff availability. Contact the main line or the internship coordinator at 850-595-6500, Ext.1001 for more information.


DOH-Escambia Environmental Health employees wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while onsite during a Routine Petroleum Storage Tank Inspection.
Contact Information
The EEO Coordinator can be reached Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 850-316-2804.
Connect with DOH