Bilingual Front Desk Receptionist

Prince George's County Public Schools; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Prince George's County Public Schools is seeking an entry-level clerical position located in Hyattsville, MD. The role involves basic office duties such as data entry, filing, typing, and reception tasks, with on-the-job training and close supervision.

This LTGF (limited term grant funded) position offers benefits and requires a high school diploma or GED. Spanish language fluency is preferred, and duties include handling routine records and general office support at 925 Brightseat Rd.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Spanish language fluency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make data entries on a variety of records and documents.
• Learn to code, enter, retrieve and update data in automated systems.
• Extract, compile and tabulate data for routine reports.
• Assist with computing charges for services and expense distributions.
• Maintain files, correspondence, forms, receipts and other materials.
• Answer and route telephone inquiries and greet visitors.
• Perform tasks within the general occupational scope as needed.

Skills

Data entry

Typing

Filing

Record keeping

Phone support

Spanish language

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Position

This is dually allocated entry level work involving a number of simple clerical processes which may include: alphabetizing, filing, tabulating, coding, sorting, telephone/reception duties, typing, processing routine records, and key entering and retrieving data. Work in this class can be learned readily by on-the-job training and is performed with in accordance established policies and procedures. Work assignments are usually routine and repetitive in nature and are performed under close supervision. Work performance is evaluated in terms of quantity, quality and accuracy. Incumbents may be required to work a rotating shift.

This position is limited term grant funded (LTGF).

This position does offer benefits.

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

• Makes data entries on a variety of records and related documents.
• Learns to code, key, enter, retrieve and update data in automated systems; may be required to perform routine typing assignments.
• Extracts, compiles and tabulates data from records to be used in generating routine periodic reports.
• Assists with the computation of charges for services and prepares expense distribution forms.
• Assists in maintaining files, correspondence, forms, receipts, and other material.
• Sorts and distributes computerized reports and other related material.
• Learns to process mail using automated electronic mail system.
• Maintains logs of incoming/outgoing mail, reports and related documents.
• Answers and records telephone inquiries including emergency calls and complaints and takes appropriate action.
• Greets and assists office visitors.
• Receives service requests and routes them to the appropriate official for response.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability communicate fluently in Spanish.

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 6, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location

925 Brightseat Rd, Hyattsville, 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, where applicable.
• 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

General Plan Information

The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.

A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.

Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.

The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).

New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.

The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.

After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).

Employee Benefits

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Care Assistance Program
  • Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Benefits
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
    • Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
  • Supplemental Pension Plan
    • Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
  • 457(b)
  • 403(b)
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits
  • Critical Illness
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Legal Services

For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits