Special Projects Inspector

Prince George's County Public Schools; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department is seeking a senior-level Special Projects Inspector (Contract Project Coordinator 3H) to oversee review of engineering/architectural plans for Fire/EMS construction projects.

Duties include monitoring progress, evaluating issues, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely completion.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in Structural or Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in inspection, construction supervision or construction engineering.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver's license.
• EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
• Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodic on-site field visits to construction projects to monitor progress and compliance.
• Conduct field progress meetings and review change orders.
• Interface with in-house personnel, project architects, engineers, and contractors on various projects.
• Collaborate with the County's Procurement Department to develop purchasing specifications and inspect received construction materials.
• Review project plans, specifications, and cost estimates at each submission phase to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Review development referrals from M-NCPPC for response travel time, water supply, and fire access; attend associated meetings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field

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

Prince George’s County Government is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates should be aware that this policy includes marijuana. The Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department is currently seeking applicants to fill a Special Projects Inspector (Contract Project Coordinator 3H) position, grade H24, in the Fire Investigations Division.

About The Position

This is a senior‑level professional position involving office and field engineering, and administrative responsibilities. The incumbent is responsible for reviewing engineering and architectural plans and specifications to monitor development projects, including Fire/EMS construction projects. Duties include evaluating construction‑related issues, recommending solutions, and facilitating the timely completion of assigned projects. Work is conducted in accordance with Fire/EMS Department and County policies and procedures, under the general supervision of the Assistant Fire Chief.

About The Agency

The mission of the Prince George’s County Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is to serve our communities with excellence by providing the highest quality of risk reduction, fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and all‑hazards response services to enhance the quality of life in Prince George’s County.

Examples of Work

• Perform periodic on‑site field visits to construction projects to monitor progress and compliance.
• Conduct field progress meetings and review change orders.
• Interface with in‑house personnel, project architects, engineers, and contractors on various projects.
• Collaborate with the County's Procurement Department to develop purchasing specifications and inspect received construction materials.
• Review project plans, specifications, and cost estimates at each submission phase to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Review proposed developments in the County for the Department's operations code compliance.
• Provide guidance on NFPA 241 Construction Fire Safety and Subtitle 11 water supply and access requirements for new construction.
• Review development referrals from the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) for response travel time, water supply, and fire access; attend associated meetings.
• Act as liaison with other County agencies and State of Maryland agencies involved in construction projects.
• Serve as the Fire/EMS Department representative on local, state and federal committees regarding Fire Operations technical matters.
• Research and respond to internal and external requests for code information and interpretation.
• Coordinate data updates for inspection duties with other agencies and serve as custodian of Fire Inspection Records under the guideline of the Maryland Public Information Act (MPIA).
• Monitor progress on delegated work assignments and prepare detailed reports and correspondence.
• Develop budget estimates and justifications for Office of Fire Prevention needs, ensuring funding is allotted within specified guidelines.
• Research and analyze Fire/EMS data to identify problems and support prevention programs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in Structural or Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in inspection, construction supervision or construction engineering.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver's license.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction contract administration.
• Experience reviewing engineering/architectural plans and specifications as part of the process to monitor construction projects.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, engineers, architects, company representatives, and government agencies.
• Experience evaluating related construction‑related problems and ensuring the completion of projects.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and respond effectively to field issues and stakeholder concerns.
• Fire Inspector I certification.

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: November 9-10, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 9400 Peppercorn Place, Largo, MD

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, if applicable.
• Successfully pass public safety preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• 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. 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.

Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement

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