New Employees

We are here to help you get oriented. There is so much to know at Orange County Government! Take your time and enjoy the orientation process. You can come back to this site again and again at your own pace.

Our mission is to serve the citizens of Orange County and our guests with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. We are committed to engaging our citizens in the decision making process in order to earn their trust and improve our quality of life.

We are proud to serve the public. Our shared values help us deliver on the promise of exceptional service. By deciding to join our family, we expect that you demonstrate:

• Fairness: Serve the public with fairness and honesty.
• Work Ethic: Work hard and give your best every day.
• Integrity and Character: Maintain the highest standards and display respect for the County, your co-workers and the public.
• Excellence and Innovation: Provide efficient and cost effective services. New ideas are welcome and encouraged.
• Professionalism and Accountability: Take pride in serving the public and in yourself. Deliver measurable results that matter.

We want you to enjoy your first day on the job, so we've created a list of things you can do to get prepared. By completing these tasks beforehand, you can spend a little more time learning about our organization and meeting new people on your first day at Orange County. Your HR representative will provide you with a welcome packet that includes information on how to complete:

• Physical Examination.
• Drug Screening.
• Direct Deposit Authorization Form.
• Background Questionnaire. Level 1 or Level 2 

Before arriving at your first day of orientation, be sure you have:

• Proof of identity.
• Proof of U.S. work eligibility.

Federal regulations require that you show specific documents to demonstrate your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents must be originals; copies or laminated documents cannot be accepted.

Speak with your HR representative and confirm:

• Start date.
• Arrival time.
• Location.
• Uniform requirements.

Your first day of employment starts on Orientation Day. You will complete several required forms, participate in a series of interactive sessions to better understand our values and culture, and enroll in benefits. Additionally, you can review the New Employee Orientation Handbook for further employment information and benefits. On the second day, you will work in your department learning more specifically about its operations and your new job. Tasks that should be a priority in your first week at Orange County include:

• Getting your employee identification badge.
• Enrolling in benefits and naming your beneficiaries.
• Visiting MyOCInfo to update your personal information and to designate your emergency contacts.

Orange County offers a comprehensive benefits package.

On Orientation day, a benefits representative will be on hand to answer your questions and complete your sign-up process. For details, consult your benefits handbook.

Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability begins on your first day. Optional benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts start the first pay period following 60 days of employment.

You have 30 days from the date of orientation to elect benefits.

Remember you must provide proof of eligibility for any dependents you wish to enroll. Required Documents for Dependents provides more information.

We offer much more than the competitive pay you expect.

• Stay fit at one of our many wellness centers.
• Retire under the Florida Retirement System.
• Help secure your retirement with a special savings plan.
• Maintain a work-life balance with ten paid holidays and paid time off.
• Learn valuable new skills through the Passport to New Horizons Training Program and tuition reimbursement.

• Review training opportunities in the Passport to New Horizons Training Catalog.
• Go over expectations with your supervisor.
• Understand important policies.
• Stay informed by reading the Orange Spiel, watching HR in the Loop webisodes and watching for the Benefits Newsflash emails.

Employment Center
450 E. South Street
Orlando, FL 32801

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