Okaloosa County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, age, national origin, or disability.  Employment of personnel in Okaloosa County School District is in compliance with Federal and State Laws regarding nondiscrimination and preference. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Any person who believes he/she may need reasonable accommodations during the application, testing, or interview process should notify the Human Resources Office at (850) 833-5800.

The system is operational during the following hours:

Monday 5 am - 7 pm
Tuesday - Friday 5 am - 7 pm
Saturday, Sunday 6 am - 10 pm
If you experience problems during these hours, 
please call Personnel at (850) 833-5800, M-F 7:30-4 pm 
or email us at personnel@okaloosaschools.com.

If you need access to a computer or assistance with your application, the District hosts Application Office Hours at our Niceville Central Complex on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 8:30 am to 10:30 am. HR and IT staff are available to provide assistance and answer questions.

1. Complete an application through FOCUS. You will need a General Application and the corresponding Addendum (Instructional, Support, Managerial, or Administrative).  

2. Submit all required documentation (certification documents, references, or DD214) to personnel@okaloosaschools.com. Transcripts should be sent to transcripts@okaloosaschools.com.  

3. Human Resources will review all documentation and approve the application. (You will receive an email notification once your application has been reviewed, verified, and approved.)

4. Once your application has been approved, you can apply to specific positions of your interest. 

Process time depends upon receipt of all required documentation. Submission of an application does not guarantee employment.

OCSD employees may apply as a transfer to positions within their same bargaining unit. 

1. All employees MUST apply through FOCUS Employee Self Service.  

2. Apply to specific positions.

Submit Required Documents to Personnel@okaloosaschools.com. 

Submit Official Transcripts to Transcripts@okalooschools.com.