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The Prince George’s County Office of Finance is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Legislative and Public Communications Project Coordinator (Administrative Assistant III), grade G24, in the Administration Division.
About the Position
This position is responsible for administering and providing staffing to the newly formed Fair Election Fund Commission; monitoring and analyzing the fiscal and operational impact of legislation; serving as the Office of Finance's Public Information Officer; and coordinating the collection and analysis of CountyStat data. The person in this position will coordinate legislative activities and communicate with internal and external customers regarding proposed legislation and programs and services administered by the Office of Finance.
About the Agency
The Office of Finance is dedicated to maximizing available resources and delivering creative and innovative financial services to a wide range of internal and external customers of the County. The Office of Finance controls all cash and investments to assure maximum safety, liquidity and yield. Collects all revenues and receipts due to the County, including property taxes. Conducts tax sales to collect delinquent property taxes. Processes and/or monitors payments to vendors, employees, or other payees for goods, services, and other liabilities. Processes biweekly payroll for 6,000 employees and monthly payroll for 2,000 retirees. Certifies availability of funds for payment of liabilities and obligations. Maintains system of accounts and records for all financial transactions. Reports results of financial operations using established reporting standards and methods. Facilitates annual financial audit process. Supports the legislative process - including composing and reviewing draft resolutions and bills, esp., those involving complex financial issues.
Provide administrative support to the County's Fair Election Fund Commission.
Serve as the Office of Finance's Legislative Liaison.
Analyze the operational and fiscal impact of State and County legislation impacting the Office of Finance.
Draft and submit fiscal impact statements and legislative comment forms on behalf of the Office.
Track the status of legislation, including hearing dates, points of discussion, and official votes.
Serve as the Public Information Officer for Maryland Public Information Act inquiries.
Update office administrative policies and procedures as needed.
Prepare constituent communications.
Serve as the Office’s spokesperson regarding legislation and public information, to include responding to media inquiries or guiding management in how to respond.
- Serve as the Office’s CountyStat Coordinator and primary point of contact, ensuring that CountyStat data is collected and kept up to date.
- Graduation from college with major course work in liberal arts, one of the social sciences, or public or business administration.
- Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental administrative work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 2 years' experience evaluating the operational and fiscal impact of legislation.
- At least 2 years' experience working in state or local government.
Job Location: Wayne K. County Administration Building Largo, MD 20774
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Eligible applicants must successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, education/employment verification, and drug screenings.
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 dhs.gov/E-Verify.
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
Salary : $70,000 - $110,000
