What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal General Clerk (Bi-Lingual) position at Prince George's County Government?
The Prince George's County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking highly qualified applicants to fill multiple Seasonal General Clerk (Bi-Lingual) positions grade G12 in the OHM Seasonal 1000 hours Division.
About the Position
The Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking highly qualified candidates that are bi-lingual in English and Spanish to participate in Emergency Snow Operations events. These are additional staff support positions and will be filled temporarily for the 2025 Snow and Ice Season.
Hours will vary depending on the needs of the department and weather conditions. Employees will be expected to work over-time, if needed. The incumbent in this position is considered an "Essential" employee and may be required to report for work during natural/manmade disasters, and during special operations as assigned. "Essential" employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
About the Agency
The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area -- all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the County’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.
Participates in inclement weather/emergency condition operations as a critical/essential employee by assisting with routine administrative tasks such as collection and delivery of food coupons, data entry, supply orders and delivery, answering phone citizen emergency calls, etc.
Responds to citizen inquiries regarding status of service requests.
Places orders for materials. Maintains supply of forms.
Refers non-routine calls to the appropriate person and/or agency
Files all attendance documentation and requests related to materials.
Receives and processes telephone requests from citizens and jurisdictional partners;
Serves as a Radio Dispatcher in the OHM Dispatch office as needed; and
Performs other tasks and duties that may not specifically be listed in the class specification or position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work
Participate as an "Essential" employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergencies, or special activities as assigned.
Must have experience at the General Clerk III level equal to the length of the probationary period; or
Six (6) months of experience performing diverse clerical tasks and
One (1) year of education above the high school level which includes coursework in computer data entry, secretarial subjects or business administration.
An equivalent combination of relevant education, and experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual/Fluent in Spanish
Job Location: Multiple Locations: Brandywine, Glendale, Forestville
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and provide proof at the time of interview.
Be willing to work in adverse conditions associated with weather.
- Must be willing to participate as an "essential" employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program, and during other emergency/special activities, as assigned.
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
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.
Salary : $19
