Labor Relations Legal Assistant

Labor Relations Legal Assistant

Salary

$83,000.00 - $121,524.00 Annually

Location

Largo, MD

Job Type

Probationary FT

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

11004

Department

Office of Human Resources Mgmt

Division

HR Labor Relations Administration

Opening Date

10/30/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

50069040

Max Number of Applicants

100

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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.

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 Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Labor Relations Legal Assistant (Administrative Assistant 3G) position, Grade G24, in the Employee and Relations Division.

About the Position

This is senior lead/supervisory level professional staff work with administrative responsibilities performed in support of the Office of Human Resources, Employee and Labor Relations Division. The incumbent assigned to this position will perform advanced administrative staff work for a in the functional area assigned. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Deputy Director with considerable independence, and requires strong research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.

About the Agency

The Prince Georges County Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) provides HR services, policies, and programs to support the Countys government employees. OHRM is committed to supporting the Countys workforce by providing comprehensive human resources services and fostering a positive work environment. With a focus on recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and workforce development, OHRM plays a vital role in ensuring that the County attracts and retains top talent while promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Examples of Work

• Researches applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, and best practices affecting human resources operations and assists in the development, revision, and implementation of personnel policies and procedures.
• Drafts, edits, and formats legislative documents, resolutions, reports, agenda materials, and supporting memoranda for consideration by the County Council or other governing bodies.
• Serves as a liaison among human resources staff, legal counsel, executive management, and legislative bodies.
• Coordinates the collection of supporting data and documentation.
• Tracks legislative actions; and assists with the preparation of materials for council meetings and other official proceedings.
• Maintains records of activity related to collective bargaining agreements, policy development, and legislative drafts.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University in Liberal Arts, one of the Social Sciences, or Public or Business Administration; or field closely related to labor relations
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in government or business.

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

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

Preferred Qualifications

Highly qualified candidates may also demonstrate the preferred qualifications listed below:

• Previous experience researching legal material.
• Previous experience preparing legal and/or legislative documents.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Working knowledge of Prince Georges County's legislative processes.
• Working knowledge of employment law, labor relations law and collective bargaining unit negotiations.
• Exceptional meeting/proceedings recorder.

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: Mid-November 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 1400 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 20774

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 preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where required.
• 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.

• 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

In what major or field of study did you receive your college degree?

• Human Resources Management
• Legal/Paralegal Studies
• Labor/Industrial Relations
• Business/Public Administration
• Political Science
• Other Related Field
• I do not have a degree

05

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

06

How many years of progressively responsible administrative experience in government or business do you have?

• I have no 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
• 8-9 years of experience
• 9-10 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience

07

Please provide detailed examples of your responsible administrative experience in government or business to include dates and places of employment associated with your experience. "See Resume" will not be accepted as a response. Write N/A if you don't have experience.

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How many years of legal research experience do you have?

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

09

Please describe in detail your legal research experience including employer name and dates of employment. "See Resume" will not be accepted as a response. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

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How many years of experience do you have preparing legal and/or legislative documents?

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

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Please describe in detail your experience preparing legal and/or legislative documents including employer name and dates of employment. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A. Responses of "see resume" will not be accepted.

12

What is your level of knowledge of Prince Georges Countys legislative processes?

• None
• Some knowledge
• Intermediate knowledge
• Expert knowledge

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What is your level of knowledge of employment law, labor relations law and collective bargaining unit negotiations?

• None
• Some knowledge
• Intermediate knowledge
• Expert knowledge

14

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

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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/