Salary: $40,919.00 - $50,900.00 Annually
Location : 14735 Main Street, Upper Marlboro, MD
Job Type: Probationary FT
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 10661
Department: Office of the States Attorney
Division: SA Youth Justice Admin Aide Staff
Opening Date: 06/29/2026
Closing Date: 7/4/2026 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.
The Prince George's County
Office of the State's Attorney is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an
Administrative Aide 1 grade
G13 position, in the
Youth Justice Division.
Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply
About the Position
This is a dually allocated support position in which the incumbent will provide entry level administrative and legal support and assistance to our Youth Justice Unit. Additionally, incumbents will perform routine to moderately difficult office responsibilities such as handling and coordinating a variety of complex administrative functions and activities within assigned Unit. Prepares letters, memorandums, reports, labels, envelopes, subpoenas, motions, court orders, petitions, writs and other legal documents from case files, handwritten copy, and verbal instructions from assigned Assistant State's Attorneys. Prepares subpoenas for witnesses and police officers for court hearings in accordance with established procedures while utilizing the Odyssey File and Serve (MDEC) system along with Judicial Dialog (JD) and JPortal. Prepares documents used in the legal profession from handwritten notes and verbal Instructions; with a high degree of accuracy under the close supervision of the Unit Chiefs.
About the Agency
The Office of the State's Attorney strives to secure justice for all residents through firm, fair and consistent prosecutions with the highest level of experience, integrity and professionalism. The Office will be responsive to the very diverse community of Prince George's County, treating every person with dignity and respect. The State's Attorney's Office (SAO) is responsible for serving nearly one million residents of Prince George's County. The SAO's legal department is divided into multiple divisions, each of which has jurisdiction over different facets of criminal law.
Examples of Work
- Utilizes the Odyssey File and Serve (MOEC) system to filo and update court cases. Prepares documents used in the legal profession from handwritten notes and verbal Instructions; with a high degree of accuracy, using proper formal and carefully proof reading all copy for possible errors.
- Operates and disseminates CJIS information following proper procedures and complying with State laws and regulations; interprets all computer screens and printouts accurately.
- Prepares appropriate copies of au discovery material of each criminal case; assembles and disseminates all essential paperwork to entered defense attorney, identifies cases handled by the Public Defender's Office and provides a copy of all discovery letters in those cases for accurate billing by our Administrative Division to that agency.
- Manages CT felony case files appropriately; accurately documents completion of all case related paperwork on case jacket.
- Operates Computer (PC) providing additional flexibility in case work and other written materials for attorneys' signature; determines and utilizes appropriate formats.
- Exercises appropriate discretion and good judgment in determining type or information to be furnished upon request; always complies with State mandated guidelines.
- Offers ability and thorough knowledge of CT case filing system.
- Completes file maintenance task completely, following retention guidelines as directed by supervisor.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate with coursework in typing, office practices or other related clerical subjects.
- One (1) year of advanced diverse and/or technical clerical experience which must have involved working with the public for at least six (6) months.
Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience
may also be considered.
EACH APPLICANT 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: Mid to late July 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.
Job Location: 14735 Main Street, Suite M3404, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
- 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 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
For additional details, please visit:
01
I acknowledge and understand the responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the "Work Experience" and "Education" sections of my application. My responses 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.
02
Which best describes your highest level of education?
- High School/G.E.D.
- Some College
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD/JD/Doctorate
- Other
03
Do you possess a certificate with coursework in typing, office practices, or related clerical subjects?
04
If you responded "Yes" toto the previous question, please list the certificate and coursework you have received. A response of "See Resume" will not be accepted or reviewed. Write N/A if you do not have the certificate or coursework.
05
How much advanced diverse and/or technical clerical experience do you have?
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 or more years
06
If you selected a response to the previous question, describe in detail your experience to include dates and places of employment associated with your experience. All experience must be shown in the "Work Experience" section of this application. A response of "See Resume" will not be accepted and application will not be reviewed. Write N/A if you do not have experience.
07
How much experience do you have working with the public?
- No Experience
- Less than 6 months
- 6-11 months
- 1-2 years
- 3-4 years
- 5 years or more
08
If you selected a response to the previous question, describe in detail your experience to include dates and employment or service. All experience be shown in the "Work Experience" section of this application. A response of "See Resume" will not be accepted and the application will not be considered. If no experience indicate with N/A.
09
Which of the following areas do you possess administrative work experience? Select all that apply.
- Ability to create and edit various memoranda and business communications.
- Ability to maintain a professional image with face-to-face contact with division staff, County Government Officials, vendors, and the public.
- Ability to exercise a professional approach and deportment on telephone communications, including routing calls, written correspondence, email, etc., as required.
- Ability to take the initiative, use good judgm
