Program Support Assistant

Posting number: 10752

Department: Office of Human Resources Mgmt

Division: Public Safety Investigations Division

Job classification: Human Resources Assistant 3G

Posting type: Open

Categories: Human Resources, Investigative

Summary

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.

The Prince George’s County Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Program Support Assistant (Human Resources Assistant 3G) position, Grade G17, in the Background and Compliance Division.

About the Position

This is the senior/lead performance level of paraprofessional human resources administrative work designed to assist professional level human resources analysts within the Office of Human Resources Management’s Background and Compliance Division. The employee supports background screening, pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing, procurement activities, and general divisional operations. Work requires independent judgment, organization, attention to detail, and strict confidentiality.

The Prince George's County Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) provides HR services, policies, and programs to support the County's government employees. OHRM is committed to supporting the County's workforce by providing comprehensive human resources services and fostering a positive work environment. With a focus on recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and workforce development, OHRM plays a vital role in ensuring that the County attracts and retains top talent while promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Examples of duties

• Reviews and processes program requests and supporting documents. 

• Maintains tracking systems, calendars, records, and confidential files. 

• Responds to routine inquiries from applicants, employees, agencies, and vendors. 

• Prepares and proofreads correspondence, reports, notices, and presentations. 

• Assists with updating forms, procedures, guides, and administrative processes. 

• Monitors assignments, deadlines, and outstanding program actions. 

• Supports pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing activities. 

• Processes purchasing transactions and maintains office supply inventories. 

• Coordinates administrative activities with divisional staff and external partners. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources/Personnel Management, Organizational Development, Business/Public Administration, Psychology, or closely related field
• One (1) year of experience providing technical human resources support in the areas of recruitment, classification and compensation, benefits administration, employee relations or pensions and investments; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• Experience providing administrative or paraprofessional support in a background investigation, compliance, medical, or public-sector environment. 
• Experience reviewing forms and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness.