Policies, Procedures and Rules
Pinellas County employees are responsible for adhering to all County rules, policies and procedures.
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Human Resources
The Human Resources Department provides personnel services for over 3,000 County employees. Our mission is to enhance and support the unique missions of our customers by providing expertise and outstanding customer service, promoting health and well-being, and cultivating a unified and engaged workforce.
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Veterans’ Preference Procedure
Pinellas County has a procedure to administer Florida’s Veterans’ Preference at every step in the appointment, promotion, and retention process....
Veterans’ Preference Form
Veterans' Preference Eligibility Form....
Unified Personnel Board Appeal Procedures
Document describing the Pinellas County Unified Personnel Board's appeal procedures....
Unified Personnel System Act
Pinellas County Unified Personnel System Act document....
UPB Policy 12: A Friend in Need Program
Document explaining Pinellas County Unified Personnel Board's policy for A Friend in Need Program (AFIN)....
Personnel Rules Definitions
Document defining terminology used in the Pinellas County Human Resources' rules. ...
Personnel Rules Introduction
Document providing the Table of Contents of the county's personnel rules. ...
UPB Policy 2: Selection for Classified Positions
Document explaining Pinellas County Unified Personnel Board's Selection for Classified Service Positions Policy....
Rule 1: Classification Plan
Document outlining the classification plan for county jobs. ...
Rule 2: Filling Positions
Document setting forth Pinellas County's rules and guidelines for hiring employees. ...