Property Attendant (Repost)

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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.

The Prince George’s County Department of The Environment is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Property Attendant grade A04 position, in the Sustainable Waste Management Division/Disposal Section.

About The Position

This is routine work in safeguarding buildings and equipment against damage, loss and vandalism. Some judgment and discretion is involved in dealing with emergencies that may arise and in reporting irregularities to proper authorities. General supervision is received from a superior to whom difficult situations may be referred.

About The Agency

The Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders. Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Sustainability Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities and householders (Resource Recovery Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas and emission (Sustainability Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).

Examples of Work

• Provides continuous security surveillance of landfill property to prevent unauthorized access and illegal activity
• Contacts emergency services (Fire, Police, EMS) during emergencies or critical incidents
• Maintains ongoing surveillance of leachate storage and control systems to ensure security and proper site conditions
• Monitors landfill gas flare and control facilities for safety and operational compliance concerns
• Ensures all buildings, equipment, and vehicles are properly secured during after operational hours
• Open and secures access gates at facility opening and closing in accordance with established procedures
• Conducts routine patrols of landfill grounds to deter trespassing, vandalism, and illegal dumping
• Maintains assigned vehicles in clean and serviceable condition and reports maintenance or mechanical issues promptly to supervisor
• Documents daily activities, observations, and incidents in written or electronic logs as required
• Works assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of six (6) school grades with some experience as a watchman or security guard.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in security operations, law enforcement, or related public safety field
• Experience working in an industrial environment such as a landfill, construction site, or utilities operation
• Familiarity with access control systems, gatehouse operations, or traffic monitoring procedures
• Experience preparing written reports, incident logs, or daily activity records
• Knowledge of occupational safety practices and OSHA-related standards
• Ability to effectively handle and de-escalate difficult interactions with the public or contractors
• Basic computer skills for data entry, reporting, and communication systems

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

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: June 8, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 3500 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• 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 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