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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
Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a
Manager, Crime Scene Investigation Division (Administrative Specialist 2G) grade
G31 position, in the
Bureau of Forensics/Crime Scene Investigation Division.
About the Position
The Manager, Crime Scene Division position is a highly responsible professional managerial and administrative role responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the Crime Scene Investigation Division in the Police Department. Responsibilities extend to supervising, planning, and coordinating activities of professional, technical, and clerical staff in order to accomplish the respective and specific divisional mission, goals, and objectives as an integral part of the Agency's Bureau of Forensics. Work is performed in accordance with established departmental policies, procedures, and regulations and performed under the general supervision of the Executive Manager of the Bureau of Forensics. The work of this role is highly complex, and the ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, conscientious, and a hands-on leader. Candidates must exhibit excellent communication and presentation skills, have a track record of collaborative leadership, and be comfortable with working long hours when required. The incumbent in this position is authorized to carry out those duties and responsibilities in accordance with the established performance standards and is subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes above him/her in the Department’s chain of command.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:
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Master's Degree from an accredited College or University in Criminology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
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Three (3) years of supervisory experience in crime scene investigation, forensic science, evidence processing, photography and identification functions.
Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.
Please note there is no equivalency for supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Highly eligible candidates will meet the following criteria below for further consideration by the hiring agency:
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Master's degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Forensic Science or other related physical science field with at least twenty-four (24) credit hours in Chemistry and Biology
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Five (5) years or more of exceptional forensic and laboratory experience and practices.
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Three (3) years or more of supervisory/management level experience.
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Previous testimony experience.
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Budget management
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Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing and speaking before groups.
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Ability to conduct accurate research and develop technical reports and correspondence.
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Extensive knowledge of program development, implementation, and management techniques.
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Ability to coordinate and/or manage a diverse range of assignments, being receptive to the needs of the entire Division
EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY AND CONVINCINGLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
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: Late July 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.
Job Location: 1739 Brightseat Road, Landover, MD 20785
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
Be willing to accept assigned shift work (days/evenings/weekends/holidays).
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.
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.
Accountability Statement
The incumbent shall not disseminate confidential information, administrative or operational, unless expressly authorized. Confidential information may not be discussed with other County employees (including individuals in the Police Department), except for work-related reasons, under terms and conditions of the Maryland Public Information Act.
