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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.

The Fire/EMS Department is seeking a detail-driven part-time Background Investigator to join our team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional—particularly those with a background in law enforcement, military investigations, or public safety screening. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in safeguarding the integrity of our hiring process by conducting thorough investigations into candidates applying for high-trust positions for Fire/EMS applicants.

Your work directly impacts public safety and ensures that only the most qualified and responsible individuals join our department.

The mission of the Prince George’s County Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is to serve our communities with excellence by providing the highest quality of risk reduction, fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and all-hazards response services to enhance the quality of life in Prince George’s County.

• Gathers/obtains relevant information and data through approved agency techniques/procedures (e.g., interviews, direct observation, on‑site field visits, research of records and documents) as part of the investigative process, which will assist in the hiring of qualified applicants
• Notes all pertinent facts and records interview facts
• Conducts full‑scope pre‑employment background investigations for firefighter and EMS personnel applicants
• Review and verifies personal, employment, military, financial, driving, and criminal records
• Interviews applicants, former employers, references, neighbors, and others to determine character, suitability, and qualifications
• Compiles detailed investigative reports with findings and recommendations
• Coordinates with HR, recruiting staff, and command personnel to ensure timely processing
• Maintains strict confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion
• Ensures all investigations comply with department policy, local laws, and applicable regulations

• Bachelor's Degree in programs involving investigative and social relations skills such as criminology, law enforcement, business, or public administration, one of the social sciences or related fields
• Must possess a valid driver's license

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Effective oral and written communication
• Experience with research methods and report preparation and presentation
• Experience performing investigations and providing investigatory reports
• Experience preparing comprehensive narrative reports
• Previous investigations experience in public safety
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job Location: 7915 Anchor Street, Landover Hills, MD 20785

• 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
• Successfully pass pre‑employment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable
• 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

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