Inspector General (Administrative Specialist 3G)

Prince George's County Government; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George's County Government is seeking an executive-level leader for the Sheriff’s Office, providing strategic direction, policy oversight, and high-level coordination across units. The role requires advising senior leadership, guiding complex projects, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local standards.

The position emphasizes supervisory responsibility, program management, and liaison duties with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Coordinates development and preparation of reports, data, policy, and procedures for assigned units.
• Carries out administrative operations including research, proposal development, and project implementation; monitors timelines and progress.
• Interviews, supervises and evaluates subordinate managers and provides training, counseling and direction to staff.
• Participates in budget and procurement processes, providing assessments of current projects and initiatives.
• Originates complex reports and correspondence for signature by Sheriff and senior management.
• Supervises program and course design; prepares materials and schedules classes.
• Researches legal questions to ensure conformance with laws; counsels Sheriff and staff on complex legal issues.
• Maintains positive intra/inter-governmental and public relations.
• Willingly performs tasks within the class responsibility.

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.

About the Position

This is advanced executive level work of a difficult and diverse nature that is performed primarily within the executive or legislative branches of County government. An employee in this class works under the broadest of guidelines and supervision and frequently represents the branch of government to which assigned. Assignments are characteristically of a sensitive nature, frequently involving shifting priorities and substantial local, state and/or federal policies and guidelines. Due to the level of work and assignments, extensive coordinative and/or supervisory skills are required. Work is evaluated based on the manner in which assignments are resolved.

About the Agency

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George’s County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states.

STRATEGIC PLANNING AND EVALUATION

• Coordinates development and preparation of a variety of reports, data, policy, procedures, etc. for assigned units.
• Carries out administrative operations of the functional area including research, proposal and implementation of projects; monitors and ensures accuracy of timeline, staff attendance and progress reports.
• Conducts interviews, supervises and evaluates subordinate managers and provides training, counseling and direction to employees consistent with agency needs and objectives.
• Participates in the budget and procurement processes for the Agency, providing assessments of current project and initiatives.
• Originates complex reports and correspondence for signature of the Sheriff and other senior executive management staff.

TRAINING

• Supervises Program and Course Design/Class Preparation.
• Prepare or obtain all materials, equipment, handouts, visual aids and schedule classroom or other appropriate space or facility necessary for class presentation.

LEGAL RESEARCH AND COUNSEL

• Research various legal questions, opinions, etc., as necessary to ensure agency conformance with federal, state and local laws.

• As directed by the Sheriff and as required in the processing of legal documents, counsels the Sheriff and necessary staff on various complex legal questions that may arise.

PUBLIC RELATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATION

• Maintains positive intra/inter-governmental and public relations.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:

• Master's Degree from an accredited College or University in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law Enforcement Administration, Criminal Justice, or JD, or a closely related field.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental activities advising senior law enforcement leadership on issues related to accountability, adherence to best practices, policies, procedures, operations and program management
• Experience above must have included at least three (3) years in a related supervisory capacity.

An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered; however, there is no substitution for the required supervisory experience.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous public safety or local government experience
• Master’s Degree in law enforcement administration, criminal justice, or a related field, or Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
• Four (4) years of experience advising senior law enforcement leadership on pending personnel investigations and disciplinary matters; and critical incidents including in-custody deaths, deputy-involved shootings, and significant use of force incidents.
• Six (6) years of experience analyzing and applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to law enforcement.
• Four (4) years of experience implementing, directing, leading, and measuring the effectiveness of programs, initiatives, and procedures.

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: October 26 - 27, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location

5303 Chrysler Way Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Conditions of Employment

Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• 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, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment check, conducted by Prince Georges’ County Office of Human Resources Management, Public Safety Investigations Division, which may include reference checks, background investigations, and medical examination, including drug screening and random drug and alcohol tests.

• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies, requiring incumbents to report to work under all weather conditions, including emergencies such as severe weather, natural disasters, and other critical incidents. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.