Human Resources Assistant 1P

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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.

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Human Resources Assistant 1P, grade P13 position, in the Police Personnel Division.

About the Position

This is a dually allocated entry level paraprofessional position. The incumbent in this class of work performs routine day-to-day human resources operations by communicating and responding to non-technical human resources inquiries from employees and various outside entities in person, over the phone or via electronic communication. The incumbent will be responsible for providing support to the Police Personnel Division. Work is performed under the close supervision of a higher-level human resources analyst or supervisor and is reviewed for accuracy, timeliness, and conformance with established guidelines and procedures. The incumbent in this position is authorized to carry out those duties and responsibilities in accordance with the established performance standards and is subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes to those above him/her in the department’s chain of command.

About the Agency

The Prince George's County Police Department is the fourth largest law enforcement agency in Maryland, providing a full range of law enforcement services to County residents and business owners. Their mission is to work in partnership with citizens of Prince George's County towards providing a safe environment and enhancing the quality of life. Today, the Prince George's County Police Department serves over 900,000 residents and has an authorized strength of 1800 officers and 300 civilians.

• Assists with the hiring processes to fill sworn and civilian positions.
• Assists with the processing of Past Performance Appraisals (PPAs) and employee incentive award documents.
• Provides ID cards and replacement ID cards to Employees/retirees of the Police Department.
• Assists in the separation/clearance processing of employees.
• Establishes and maintains Police Personnel Division's working files.
• Assists with preparing Request to Hire (RTH)/ePRB packages for sworn and civilian positions.
• Receives visitors and answers telephone calls for the Police Personnel Division.
• Disseminates Personal Information Documents (PID's).
• Types, proofreads, edits, and prepares for distribution correspondence, reports, labels, and standard forms on computer.
• Assists with updating employee information within the automated personnel/payroll system.
• Maintains the reception area and stocks paper supplies.

Minimum Qualifications

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

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• 30 semester credit hours from an accredited college or university towards an Associate's degree with coursework in Human Resources/Personnel Management, Organizational Development, Business/Public Administration, Psychology, 

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

• Experience and knowledge utilizing the Microsoft Office software including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Experience utilizing Human Resources Information Systems/applicant tracking systems (e.g., NEOGOV, SAP, etc.)

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 25, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 8801 Police Plaza, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, USA

Conditions of Employment:  Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable): 

• Be willing to work Monday through Friday, 9:00am – 4:00 pm.
• Be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as operations necessitate.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• 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.
• 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.

Accountability Statement: 

The incumbent shall not disseminate confidential information, administrative or operational, unless expressly authorized.  Confidential information may not be discussed with other County employees (including individuals in the Police Department), except for work-related reasons, under terms and conditions of the Maryland Public Information Act. The incumbent in this position is deemed “essential personnel” and is subject to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate.