Data Entry Operator 1P

Salary: $34,031.00 - $84,092.00 Annually

Location : Hyattsville, MD

Job Type: Probationary FT

Job Number: 09578

Department: Police Department

Division: BOA RMD ADMN OICINTK

Opening Date: 06/20/2025

Closing Date: 7/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA: Non-Exempt

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.

We are Prince George's Proud!

The Prince George's County Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Data Entry Operator I, grade P9 position, in the Records Management Division.

About this position

This is dually allocated entry-level work involving the evaluation and data entry of information from a variety of police forms. Incumbents assist with the review of the setup, operation, and formatting of a variety of data entry elements. Incumbents are normally assigned the less complex data operation work. Work is performed under close supervision and performance is evaluated in terms of accuracy and conformance with established procedures.

About the Agency

The Prince George's County Police Department is the fourth largest law enforcement agency in Maryland, providing a full range of law enforcement services to County residents and business owners. Their mission is to work in partnership with citizens of Prince George's County towards providing a safe environment and enhancing the quality of life. Today, the Prince George's County Police Department serves over 900,000 residents and has an authorized strength of 1800 officers and 300 civilians.

Examples of Work

Enters data for property transactions accurately.

Reviews various forms, reports and extracts appropriate information for entry into various police databases.

Reviews and ensures the accuracy of previously processed forms and reports.

Works in partnership with internal and external customers to seek resolution to problems and/or concerns.

Files and retrieves property records. Qualifications

High school graduate with completion of course work or training in keypunch or data processing.

Three (3) months of clerical experience which includes typing or data entry. Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: A solid foundation in literacy, spoken and written English skills, and numeracy.

• Typing Skills: Fast and accurate typing is essential.

• Computer Proficiency: Familiarity with computer systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

• Attention to Detail: Data entry requires meticulous accuracy to avoid errors; detail-oriented and possess outstanding teamwork ability.

• Additional Skills: Organization, time management, and strong reading comprehension can be beneficial.

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

Additional Information

Job Location: Hyattsville, MD

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:

Be willing to work assigned shift work (days/evenings/weekends/holidays).

Pass a drug screening.

Successfully pass a background investigation.

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

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. Accountability Statement:

The incumbent in this position is authorized to carry out those duties and responsibilities in accordance with the established performance standards and subject to reporting justifying task outcomes to those above him/her in the Department's chain of command. The incumbent in this position treats all information, administrative or operational, as strictly confidential, not to be disseminated in any form unless expressly authorized.

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 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 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 this position.

Yes

No

02

What is your highest level of completed education?

High School

Some College

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Doctorate

03

Have you completed course work or training in keypunch or data processing?

Yes

No

04

If you responded "Yes" to the previous question, please describe in detail your training experience. All training must be shown in the Education section of the application. A response of "See Resume" will not be accepted or reviewed. If you responded "No", respond with N/A.

05

How much clerical experience do you have?

0- 2 months

3-6 months

7-11 months

1 year or more

06

Describe in detail your professional clerical experience to include the name of the employer(s) where work was performed and dates where experience was earned. All experience must be described in the "WORK HISTORY/EXPERIENCE" section of this application. A response of "SEE RESUME" will not be accepted or reviewed. If no experience, enter "N/A".

07

How many years of experience do you have using Windows-based computer programs?

1-5 months

6- 11 months

1 year or more

I do not have experience

08

Describe in detail your Windows based computer program experience to include the name of the employer(s) where work was performed and dates where experience was used. All experience must be described in the "WORK HISTORY/EXPERIENCE" section of this application. A response of "SEE RESUME" will not be accepted or reviewed. If no experience, enter "N/A".

09

5. Are you a current PCEA member?

Yes

No

10

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