Administrative Aide 1Z

Nature and Variety of Work

About the Position

This is dually allocated entry-level secretarial/administrative type work designed to relieve and provide administrative support to the Bureau of Field Operations, thereby relieving lead and/or supervisory roles of administrative detail. The incumbent has access to the highest degree of confidentiality and independently works under general supervision of supervisor.

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.

Examples of Work

• Prepares routine correspondence, memos, reports, and various statistical charts and forms (from rough draft or general verbal instructions) requiring original formatting and presentation, utilizing automated office equipment.
• Proofreads and edits correspondence, memos, reports, and charts for accuracy and in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures and general County Government procedures.
• Maintains appointment calendar for all Domestic Violence related court processes through the Domestic Violence Division.

• Verifies accuracy and legal content of peace and/or protective orders received.
• Completes classification procedures to verify the accuracy of paperwork and proper closure of documents.
• Completes all notification, recording, and other processes required by Standard Operating Procedures for peace and/or protective orders.

• Maintains all statistical data for peace and/or protective orders.
• Establishes and maintains a filing system to ensure that documents are readily retrievable.

• Manages telephone operation to provide efficient and accurate information in response to Domestic Violence matters or other inquiries from the public or Court Officials.
• Determines which calls require the direct attention of the supervisor and which calls should be referred to other staff members.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties assigned which may not be specifically listed in the position description, but are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s class of work.
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate with coursework in typing, office practices or other related clerical subjects
• One (1) year of advanced diverse and/or technical clerical experience which must have involved working with the public for at least six (6) months
• Applicants must be proficient in typing, and in shorthand, where required

• Previous public safety or local government experience

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: September 30 - October 6, 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:

• 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 checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, motor vehicle background check, and medical examination, including drug screening and random drug and alcohol tests, where applicable. Background investigation will be conducted by Prince Georges’ County Office of Human Resources Management, Public Safety Investigations Division.

• This position is considered an essential public safety position. 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.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

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

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