Nature and Variety of Work
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- Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business/Public Management, Finance, Economics, Quantitative Analyses, or closely related field.
- One (1\) year of experience providing paraprofessional support to an accounting or budget office performing budgetary or financial recordkeeping.
- Extensiveknowledgeofbudgetaryprinciplesandpractices.
- Extensive knowledge of statistical procedures, and general County programs, practices, and procedures.
- Extensive knowledge of County budget procedures.
- Extensive knowledge of general data processing concepts and related data processing procedures.
- Extensive knowledge of arithmetic functions: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Extensive knowledge of research techniques and information related to budget analysis and preparation.
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- 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.
- 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
- 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
- Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, \& Sick)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits
- Employer Contribution Rate\-11\.71%
- Employee Contribution Rate (Pre\-Tax)\-3\.48%
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits
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.
The Prince George's County Office of Management and Budget is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Budget Assistant 3G position, grade G\-17 within its Administrative Support Unit.
About the Position
This is an advanced level paraprofessional budget support position. Work is characterized by the performance of the more difficult budget related tasks and lead role responsibilities. Work involves detailed clerical, technical, and research\-oriented tasks, often related to the collection of data and the preparation for creating budget transactions and reports. Incumbents in this class perform the clerical audit review of budget materials, reports and records to verify the accuracy and validity of figures and calculations and adherence to prescribed budget procedures, rules and regulations associated with fiscal transactions, reports and records for the budget department. Incumbents in this class facilitate the processing of budget materials by keeping a log of pending requests, following up with inquiries regarding delays in the processing of materials or requests, calling departments to correct or submit reports, and maintaining current reports for professional staff. The incumbent would assist higher\-level budget personnel with a review of budget requests, processing of amendments, budget development, journal entries and data reports. Work is performed under general supervision and evaluated in terms of timeliness and accuracy.
About The Agency
The Office of Management and Budget supervises the County budget and provides expert guidance to agencies and administration on County fiscal policies, management analysis, and legislative and regulatory affairs.
Examples of Work
Analyzes the budgets of several small County agencies, reviews budget submissions for conformance with procedural requirements, and advises analysts of existing or changing technical procedures in the budget process.*
Compiles checks and edits figures on an automated system in support of the budget analyst as directed.*
Tracks budget allocations and spending reports, making necessary computations to obtain preliminary and final request analysis, including the computation of sub\-totals and totals by budget classification.*
Operates automated equipment programmed with budget process information, statistical and financial data.*
Reviews operational activities and advises management regarding the need to update by functional area.*
Prepares and compiles data relative to grant funds.*
Researches, computes, and compiles data in the preparation of related documents in accordance with applicable procedures.*
Collects data through personal interviews and independent resources to properly analyze and evaluate budget requests.*
Compiles and maintains a complex system of departmental records, reports, and databases.*
Performs detailed work assisting with the preparation and review of budget amendments.*
Reviews timesheets and expense charts.*
May train, supervise, and resolve issues for entry\-level budget assistants as well as clerical assistants engaged in budget activities.*
Processes non\-purchase order invoices, credit memos, down payments, recurring entries, and wire transfers.*
Processes confidential information.*
Tracks documents from creation to payment and troubleshoots any problems that may occur.*
Compiles data for budget reports.*
Reviews, processes, and corrects data input for an automated budget system.*
Prepares budgetary and financial reports.*
Prepares cost and statistical analysis.*
Develops, creates, and prepares financial, statistical, and narrative reports evaluating various budget proposals.*
Analyzes monthly department budgeting reports to maintain expenditure controls.*
Consults with managers to ensure budget adjustments are made in accordance with program changes.*
Provides technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.*
Summarizes budgets and submits recommendations for the approval or disapproval of fund requests.*
Reviews operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.*
Examines budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with policy and procedures.*
Prepares responses to requests from outside agencies and citizens for information related to the County budget process.*
Operates office equipment such as the copier, fax machine, scanner, and personal computer to manage e\-mail, electronic calendar, and other forms of electronic media.*
Types of general memoranda related to budget materials.*
Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description but are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work*
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Preferred Qualifications
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: May 18\-20, 2026\. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.
Job Location: 1301 McCormick Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):
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 EmployerCommitted 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.
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
+ Dependent Care Assistance Program
+ Health Care Flexible Spending Account
+ Defined Benefit Pension Plan
+ Supplemental Pension Plan
+ 457(b)
+ 403(b)
+ Critical Illness
+ Whole Life Insurance
+ Accident Insurance
+ Legal Services
For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments\-offices/human\-resources\-management/employees/benefits