Community Relations Risk Reduction Coordinator

Community Relations Risk Reduction Coordinator

Salary

$50,500.00 - $68,534.00 Annually

Location

Largo, MD

Job Type

Probationary FT

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

10885

Department

Fire-EMS Department

Division

FD Community Relations Unit

Opening Date

10/09/2026

Closing Date

10/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

50069036

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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 Countys residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince Georges County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. Prince George's County Government is a drug-free workplace. Candidates should be aware that this policy includes marijuana.

The Prince Georges County Fire/EMS Department is currently seeking applicants to fill a Community Relations Risk Reduction Coordinator (Community Developer 1H) position, grade H18, in the Office of Community Relations & Engagement.

About the Position

Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department is seeking a Community Developer I to support operations within the Office of Community Relations and Engagement. This professional role is responsible for creating and implementing fire safety and injury prevention programs for various age groups and audiences for the purpose of informing and educating the public about the Department's activities and services.

This role performs work in the areas of community liaison, development, advocacy, and social services among client populations. Incumbents participate in the collection, analysis and summarization of data relating to the administration of the program to which assigned. Work is performed under close supervision of a higher-level Community Developer or other supervisory position. This position requires evening and weekend work.

About the Agency

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.

Examples of Work

Resource Development and Management

• Research fire safety and injury prevention programs from various sources to develop new public education and improve existing education.
• Determine cost effective options for producing and acquiring program materials.
• Create publications and promotional materials/visual aids to enhance department and program objectives.
• Conceptualize and develop themes to be used in presentations, exhibits, displays and projects.
• Assist in collecting research information and analyzing data to tract trends.

Communication

• Complete reports, position papers, correspondence and letters as needed and/or in response to internal and external inquiries.
• Effectively document and articulate community outreach data as defined by strategic goals, department objectives and accreditation requirements.
• Coordinate and/or attend external meetings/trainings/conferences.

Event Planning and Coordination

• Proactively and cooperatively engage with internal and external customers to arrange resources and communicate logistical information when planning and executing events.
• Prepare and organize the content and workflow of assigned events and projects in a timely manner.
• Identify appropriate special equipment, props and promotional items.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Social Service, Sociology, Psychology, or a closely related field.
• Responsible work experience which includes coordination of group activities, preferably including work with disadvantaged individuals.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C drivers license.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

EACH APPLICANT 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: Late October 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 9201 Basil Court, Largo, MD

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:

• 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 public safety preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. This position is essential. 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 Georges 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 Georges 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

For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits

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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND ACKNOWLEDGE: I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am highly encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.

• Yes
• No

02

Which best describes your highest level of education completed? Please do not include education that is in process.

• Some high school, but did not graduate
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/PHD/JD
• Other

03

If you selected "Other" for the previous question on education, please identify/input your highest level of education.

04

If applicable, in what major or field of study did you receive your college degree?

• Business or Public Administration
• Social Services
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Closely Related Field
• Other
• I do not possess a college degree

05

If you selected "Other" or "Other Related Field" for the previous question on education, please indicate your major.

06

How many years of responsible work experience do you have which includes coordination of group activities?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 6 - 7 years of experience
• 7 - 8 years of experience
• 8 - 9 years of experience
• 9 - 10 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience

07

Please describe your responsible work experience which includes coordination of group activities. If you have no experience in this area, please write "N/A". Do not respond "See resume".

08

Do you possess a valid Class "C" Drivers License?

• No
• Yes

09

This is an essential position. 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

Employer Prince Georges County Government

Address 1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 159

Largo, Maryland, 20774

Phone 301-883-6330

301-883-6330

Website http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/