Staff Assistant

Salary: $41,013.00 - $64,741.00 Annually
Location : Landover, MD
Job Type: LTGF FT With BN
Job Number: 10828
Department: Department of Social Services
Division: DSS Community Services Division
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 50069040
Max Number of Applicants: 100


Nature and Variety of Work
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.

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.
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.

The Prince George's County Department of Social Services is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Staff Assistant (Administrative Aide 2G) position, grade G15 ,in the Community Services Division .
About the Position
This is full performance level secretarial/administrative type work designed to relieve an important official of administrative detail. Under general supervision, incumbents perform varied and responsible secretarial and administrative work often of a technical nature and difficulty. Incumbents typically determine appropriate steps to independently complete assignments according to established procedures, referring to the supervisor when necessary. Incumbents may perform routine office management duties and provide technical guidance to subordinate employees. Work requires a broad knowledge of County government functions, programs, and sources to receive and provide information or make referrals relating to the programs of the assigned department/agency. Incumbents at this level report to the head of one of the smaller independent boards or commissions or to an administrative supervisor (generally grades G-24 to G-27). Work performance is evaluated in terms of accuracy and timely completion of projects and assignments.

About the Agency
The Prince George's County Department of Social Services (PGCDSS) is the primary human services provider in the county, operating as a local agency of the Maryland Department of Human Services. The Department provides opportunities for eligible residents to become independent, responsible, and stable members of the community through public benefit assistance programs. The Department also provides direct support for the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and vulnerable adults living in the county, investigating and addressing instances of suspected abuse or neglect. The work of PGCDSS is done in an effort to build stronger communities, one family at a time.

Examples of Work

• Provides day-to-day administrative support to food security programs and initiatives.
• Assists with scheduling, coordination, and logistical arrangements for meetings, program activities, and events.
• Supports preparation and distribution of program materials, correspondence, and documentation.
• Assists staff with routine operational tasks to ensure efficient program functioning.
• Serves as a point of contact for internal staff, community partners, and the public, as appropriate.
• Responds to inquiries and requests for information with professionalism and accuracy.
• Supports coordination among County departments and external partners by sharing information and tracking follow-up items.
• Contributes to a professional, respectful, and inclusive office environment.
• Accurately enters and maintains program data, records, and files.
• Assists with basic data tracking, spreadsheets, and routine reports as directed.
• Supports recordkeeping related to program activities, services, and outcomes.
• Organizes and maintain complete and auditable documentation to support compliance and reporting requirements.
• Assists with documentation, eligibility verification, and reporting processes, as applicable.
• Supports audits, reviews, and inspections by maintaining organized and compliant records.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate with coursework in typing, office practices or other related clerical subjects.
• Successful completion of probationary period of nine (9) months at the Administrative Aide I level; or one (1) year of advanced diverse and/or technical clerical experience which must have involved working with the public for at least one (1) year.
• One (1) year of secretarial training above the high school level.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Additional Eligibility Criteria

Candidates deemed as meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to complete and pass an online Administrative Aide examination. Applicants who have previously taken and passed the exam on or after 8/1/2024 will not be required to re-test. Previous passing test scores will be applied.

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 14-18, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.


Job Location : 425 Brightseat Rd, Landover, MD 20785

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.
• 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.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit their website at
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
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

Prince George's County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• 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

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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND ACKNOWLEDGE: I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.

• Yes
• No

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Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

• Some high school, but did not graduate
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Some college, but no degree completed
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate/PHD/JD
• Other

03


If you selected "Other" for the previous question on education, please identify/input your highest level of education.
04


Do you possess coursework in typing, office practices, or other related clerical subjects?

• Yes
• No

05


If the previous question on coursework applies to you, please describe coursework attained. If this does not apply, please mark "N/A".
06


Are you a current Prince George's County Employee?

• Yes
• No

07


Do you have experience working in Prince George's County Government as an Administrative Aide I equal to the length of the probationary period (9 months)?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of advanced diverse and/or technical clerical experience which involves working with the public, office management and operational details do you have?

• I do not possess this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4-5 Years
• 5+ Years

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Please explain your advanced diverse and/or technical clerical experience which involves working with the public, office management, and operational details. List places of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.
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This position serves as an essential employee. Are you willing and able to participate 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.

• Yes
• No

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