Salary: $61,153.00 - $120,000.00 Annually
Location : Largo, MD
Job Type: Probationary FT
Job Number: 09645
Department: Permitting Inspections Enforce
Division: Site Road Plan Review
Opening Date: 07/17/2025
Closing Date: 7/27/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt

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The Prince George's County Department of Permitting, Inspections, & Enforcement is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Engineer I/II (Engineer1G) position, grade G24/27, in /Site Road Plan Review Division
About the Position
This position provides entry-level engineering and administration support within the Division of Site Road Plan Review, DPIE. The incumbent ensures that permit plans and engineering documents comply with County, national building codes, and State Regulations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engineering design and plan review of bridges and buildings, retaining walls, engineering of non-standard structures, structural computations, shop drawings, and retaining walls. It is important to understand that DPIE is a service agency. As such, this position requires the incumbent to be physically and medically capable of working both inside and outside in extreme weather conditions (heat/cold, wet/humid, snow/ice, and/or dry/arid conditions). The incumbent is required to be both physically and medically capable of remaining in a stationary position, either sitting at a computer terminal, standing at a service counter, or in a mobile position, or as deemed necessary. This position requires the incumbent to be capable of lifting, pulling, or carrying items that exceed five (5) pounds, as well as moving office supplies and equipment that weigh up to thirty (30) pounds. Please be advised that, regardless of the incumbent's normally assigned duties, this position requires the incumbent to be willing and both physically and medically capable of working overtime and on weekends for special program events. This position description is subject to change at any time. Employees in specific positions are required by the Office of Ethics and Accountability (OEA) to file annually a confidential Financial Disclosure Statement (FDS) based on the responsibilities associated with his/her position. In addition, the agency Director has the discretion to identify an employee to file. Therefore, if you are notified that you must file an FDS, please comply within the required timeframe. Furthermore, if an employee has secondary employment, he/she must complete the required form and obtain approval from the Director or designee. Refer to Administrative Procedure 152 - Board of Ethics Policy on Secondary Employment and ensure compliance with the Procedure.

About The Agency

The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) is responsible for coordinating and enforcing standards that control what goes on before, during, and after construction. Staff from nine agencies, who work cooperatively on permit processing, business licensing, plan review, inspection and enforcement comprise Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement. The Mission of the Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement is to promote economic development in Prince George's County and protect the safety of County residents, businesses, and visitors through efficient permitting, inspection and licensing services to ensure compliance with established building, zoning and property standards codes.
Examples of Work

• Reviews architectural and structural plans for compliance with the Building Codes and the ADA Requirements.
• Reviews the structural design of all structures to confirm that each structure is capable of supporting the design loads associated with the intended use. Calculates permit fees in accordance with the approved fee schedule.
• Performs a structural analysis of existing structures for compliance with the Building Codes and general engineering practice. Performs independent inspections on new and/or existing structures having unusual and/or complex concerns when directed.
• Provides information, assistance, and advise to architects, engineers, and citizens on details of the County Code. 10 days Revised: 2/2025 Provides information and assistance to architects, engineers, and citizens on the permit process.
• Consults with other staff, engineers, architects, developers, and the public on engineering and code issues.
• Conducts plans review at the Permits Counter and treats customers with respect, civility, caring, and courtesy due to them as members of our community.
• Attends webinars on structural engineering-related and code seminars offered by the State and professional organizations as directed. Reviews job-related professional periodicals and publications and collects pertinent data for use on the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned, consistent with the general scope of responsibility of the position.
• Responds immediately to a call-out for emergency operations.
• Fully participates, as assigned, in all activities of emergency operations and special activities.

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, transportation, architectural, mechanical, fire protection, agricultural, agronomy, chemical, industrial, construction)

OR A

• Professional Engineer (PE) License may be substituted for the degree

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

Additional Information
Job Location:

9400 Peppercorn Place, Suite 500, Largo, MD 20774
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Good physical condition
• 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
• 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
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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01

I acknowledge and understand that the responses to the supplemental questions must reflect the information provided under the "Work Experience" section of the application. My responses will be used to determine whether or not I possess the minimum qualifications required for the position.

• Yes
• No

02

Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Some college, but no degree completed
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or JD
• Doctorate/PHD
• Other

03

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

In what field of major/study did you receive your degree in? If you do not have a college degree, please put n/a. Answers such as "see resume" will not be accepted.
05

Do you have a Professional Engineer (PE) License?

• Yes
• No

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

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