Administrative Assistant 1G

Prince George's County, Maryland; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Prince George’s County Government in Landover, MD is seeking an entry-level administrative professional to provide essential support across departments. Under supervision, you will handle routine tasks in budget, finance, personnel and data processing while helping relieve management of administrative duties.

This limited-term grant-funded position offers benefits and opportunities to learn and grow within a dynamic, inclusive workplace near Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some experience in secretarial and general clerical work or related functional area.
• Able to perform routine administrative tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and less complex work assignments in key functional areas.
• Assists a department head in the administration of the agency; participates in routine operational tasks; suggests improvements.
• Manages administrative detail; completes special assignments and submits reports.
• Develops revised procedures for routine activities; handles inquiries and prepares correspondence.
• Analyzes revenues and expenditures; reviews budget estimates and assists in determining appropriations.
• May use automated equipment in conjunction with assigned duties.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Skills

Administrative support

Clerical work

Budget knowledge

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Come join our team! Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Nature and Variety of Work

Come join our team! Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

This position is limited term grant funded (LTGF). Positions designated as limited-term grant-funded are temporary in nature and the employment period is contingent upon the grant's continued funding availability.

This position does offer benefits.

About The Position

This is entry level professional and administrative staff work which provides important assistance within a department or agency. Incumbents perform routine and less complex duties and responsibilities in order to relieve a management official of a considerable amount of administrative detail in such functional areas as budget, finance, personnel, data processing and administration. Under close supervision, employees perform work assignments in accordance with departmental policies, rules and regulations.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs routine and less complex work assignments in key functional areas.
• Assists a department head in the administration of the agency to which assigned; participates in the performance of routine operational tasks; suggests, for the benefit of general policy changes, those operational defects which should be remedied.
• Sees to the fulfillment of administrative detail; performs special assignments and submits reports based on such assignments; consults administrative superior on matters of general policy.
• Studies and develops revised procedures for the fulfillment of routine activities; receives difficult complaints; offers information to interested persons and groups; prepares correspondence.
• Analyzes revenues and expenditures; reviews budget estimates and assists in the determination of appropriations to be recommended by superior; analyzes divisional procedures in an attempt to conserve funds.
• May be required to use automated equipment in conjunction with assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.
• Performs other related duties.

About The Agency

The Prince George’s County Department of Social Services (PGCDSS) is the primary human services provider in the county, operating as a local agency of the Maryland Department of Human Services. The Department provides opportunities for eligible residents to become independent, responsible, and stable members of the community through public benefit assistance programs. The Department also provides direct support for the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and vulnerable adults living in the county, investigating and addressing instances of suspected abuse or neglect. The work of PGCDSS is done in an effort to build stronger communities, one family at a time.

Examples of Work

• Performs routine and less complex work assignments in key functional areas.
• Assists a department head in the administration of the agency to which assigned; participates in the performance of routine operational tasks; suggests, for the benefit of general policy changes, those operational defects which should be remedied.
• Sees to the fulfillment of administrative detail; performs special assignments and submits reports based on such assignments; consults administrative superior on matters of general policy.
• Studies and develops revised procedures for the fulfillment of routine activities; receives difficult complaints; offers information to interested persons and groups; prepares correspondence.
• Analyzes revenues and expenditures; reviews budget estimates and assists in the determination of appropriations to be recommended by superior; analyzes divisional procedures in an attempt to conserve funds.
• May be required to use automated equipment in conjunction with assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.
• Performs other related duties.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in Liberal Arts, one of the Social Sciences, or Public or Business Administration; or field closely related to assignment/functional area.
• Some experience in secretarial and general clerical work or related functional area.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Salary Range Transparency

The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates

September 14, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location

805 Brightseat Rd, Landover, MD 20785

Conditions of Employment

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:

If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.