Investigator 2G

Prince George's County, Maryland; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George’s County Government invites qualified applicants for an Investigator 2G position within the Office of Homeland Security. The role focuses on professional investigative work, risk assessment, and strategic guidance across county infrastructure and public safety partners.

The incumbent will lead complex analyses, coordinate with agencies, and support preparedness activities for critical sites, with an emphasis on ensuring resilience and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, public administration or related fields.
• At least 1 year of investigative experience and training in security surveys or vulnerability assessments.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional-level administrative, supervisory and investigative work.
• Synthesize and evaluate intelligence and operational information exchanges among critical infrastructure stakeholders.
• Provide strategic recommendations and investigative oversight to support informed decision making.
• Oversee data entry and management of threat and infrastructure databases.
• Prepare documents, reports and briefings for the Office of Homeland Security.
• Support emergency management and incident response activities.
• Develop and deliver training on security and resilience topics.
• Attend meetings with public, private, and first responders.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of internal and external threats.

Skills

Investigative experience

Public speaking

Security awareness

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in criminology/criminal justice/public administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

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

INVESTIGATOR 2G

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.

The Prince George's County Government Office of Homeland Security is seeking qualified applicants to fill an Investigator 2G position, grade G21, within its Office of the Director.

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 position performs professional-level administrative, supervisory and investigative work requiring independent judgement, advanced investigative expertise, and strategic oversight in support of County-wide goals and objectives. This position synthesizes and evaluates intelligence and operational information exchanges among critical infrastructure owners and operators, local governments, and partnering agencies. This incumbent will also be responsible for the lead role of assessing and interpreting complex critical infrastructure systems, identifying systemic vulnerabilities, and developing comprehensive risk and threat assessments to strengthen the County’s resilience continuity. Work is performed extensively with the public, property/business owners, County agencies, and senior government officials. The incumbent is authorized to provide strategic recommendations, operational guidance, and investigative oversight to support informed decision making, regulatory compliance and protection of essential services and assets. This position reports directly to the Director, Office of Homeland Security. This is an essential Public Safey Position.

About The Agency

The Office of Homeland Security (OHS) was developed as a result of legislation passed in 2003. This new agency incorporated critical emergency response entities that were previously part of other agencies. Public Safety Communications (PSC), which included all County 9-1-1, emergency dispatch and radio system support, had been part of the Office of Information Technology and Communications (OITC). The Emergency Management Division (EM) was within the Fire/EMS Department. EM and PSC were combined under the leadership of the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Public Safety/Director of Homeland Security, forming the Office of Homeland Security. The legislation and resulting changes to the Charter, spelled out the separate and distinct missions assigned to EM and PSC.

Examples of Work

• Assist with identifying vulnerabilities, threats, and overall risks originating from physical terrorist(s), and criminal attacks that could impact Prince George’s County.
• Prepare and assist with written intelligence reports on extremist groups, homeland security incidents, and related critical infrastructure sites
• Assist with risk reduction strategies, guidance, and direction to critical infrastructure stakeholders to strengthen vulnerabilities at critical sites.
• Assist with overseeing data entry within the Infrastructure Protection Gateway and Protected Critical Infrastructure Information (PCII) databases.
• Prepare documents, reports, and briefings on behalf of the Office of Homeland Security as assigned.
• Supports the Office of Homeland Security/Emergency Management/Emergency Operations Center activities to ensure timely, accurate, and actionable situational awareness.
• Prepare training sessions, workshops, and tabletop exercises for Prince George’s County agencies, public and private sectors owners, and County Government partners to enhance preparedness, risk awareness and response capabilities.
• Maintain and assist with managing a comprehensive database of internal and external threats affecting Prince George’s County and surrounding jurisdiction(s).
• Conducts target outreach to priority and high-risk organizations and facilities.
• Attend meeting with public, private, and first responders as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in programs involving investigative and social relations skills such as criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, business or public administration, one of the social sciences or related fields
• At least one (1) year of investigative experience and training conducting security surveys and/or vulnerability assessments of high-priority facilities and conducting internal investigations, or related expeience which has provided this required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform at the Investigator II level.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior law enforcement experience.
• Knowledge of applying investigative practices and demonstrated ability to apply effective inter-personal and community engagement skills.
• Demonstrated experience conducting internal investigations, while establishing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with the public, business owners, government organizations and private sector entities.
• Applied experience in developing and delivering intelligence-informed security and resilience training on building safety, threat/risk assessments briefings, and protective measures.
• Proficiency using modern office equipment, computers and applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as other software applications for presentations and reporting.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, particular during emergencies or high-profile events.

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

Additional Information

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 20, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: Office of Homeland Security. Landover, MD

Conditions of Employment:

• Successfully pass thorough public safety preemployment checks which may include background investigation, reference checks, etc.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Positions within the Office of Homeland Security are essential. Essential employees are required 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.
• 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.

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