Architect/Engineer Reviewer I/II

Salary: $81,049.00 - $110,000.00 Annually
Location : Upper Marlboro, MD
Job Type: Probationary FT
Job Number: 11019
Department: Permitting Inspections Enforce
Division: Building Plan Review
Opening Date: 10/30/2026
Closing Date: 11/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit:

Nature and Variety of Work

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 Department of Permitting, Inspections, & Enforcement is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Architect/Engineer I/II (Engineer Reviewer I/II) grade G24/G27 position, in the Building Plan Review Division.
About the Position

This is entry-level to full-performance professional technical work involving the review and evaluation of construction plans, drawings, specifications, and permit applications for compliance with applicable building codes, fire codes, accessibility requirements, life safety standards, and County regulations. DPIE is seeking qualified candidates with education or professional experience in one or more of the following areas: (1) architectural and building plan review, including accessibility (ADA) and life safety compliance; or (2) fire protection and life safety plan review, including fire protection systems and applicable fire code requirements. Applicants with qualifications in either discipline, or both, are encouraged to apply.

Examples of Work

• Reviews architectural, building, fire protection, and life safety plans for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, including the International Building Code (IBC), State Fire Code, NFPA standards, Maryland Accessibility Code, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility requirements, and applicable County amendments.
• Plan review assignments that may include evaluating of simple structural system, occupancy classifications, construction types, means of egress, fire-resistance-rated construction, accessibility, and other building and fire/life safety requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the engineering or related scientific field determined by the requirements of the position (e.g., civil, environmental, architectural, mechanical, fire protection, or industrial).

OR

• Four (4) years of professional experience in construction, electrical, mechanical, or fire prevention work.

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

• Must obtain applicable International Code Council (ICC) Certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Be a licensed architect or PE.

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

Additional Information
Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Tentative Interview Dates: November 10-12, 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, Suite 213 Largo, Maryland 20774

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, where applicable.
• 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.
• Obtain discipline specific ICC certification within twelve (12) months.

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

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 highly 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

02

Do you possess a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, architectural, mechanical, fire protection, industrial, or other fields appropriate to the work?

• Yes
• No

03

In what major or field of study did you receive your college degree?
04

How many years of professional experience do you have in construction, electrical, mechanical, or fire prevention work?

• No experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

05

Please explain your experience to the question above and list dates and places of employment where experience was obtained. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted. Please do not copy your entire resume here. Only provide information that relates to the question. Otherwise, please put N/A indicating you do not have this experience.
06

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

07

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

Required Question