Manager, Crime Scene Investigation Division
Salary
$127,813.26 - $173,467.80 Annually
Location
Landover, MD
Job Type
Probationary FT
Job Number
10684
Department
Police Department
Division
BOF CSI ADMN DIVMNGR
Opening Date
07/10/2026
Closing Date
7/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
50069040
Max Number of Applicants
100
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.
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 Georges County Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Manager, Crime Scene Investigation Division (Administrative Specialist 2G) grade G31 position, in the Bureau of Forensics/Crime Scene Investigation Division.
About the Position
The Manager, Crime Scene Division position is a highly responsible professional managerial and administrative role responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the Crime Scene Investigation Division in the Police Department. Responsibilities extend to supervising, planning, and coordinating activities of professional, technical, and clerical staff in order to accomplish the respective and specific divisional mission, goals, and objectives as an integral part of the Agencys Bureau of Forensics. Work is performed in accordance with established departmental policies, procedures, and regulations and performed under the general supervision of the Executive Manager of the Bureau of Forensics. The work of this role is highly complex, and the ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, conscientious, and a hands-on leader. Candidates must exhibit excellent communication and presentation skills, have a track record of collaborative leadership, and be comfortable with working long hours when required. The incumbent in this position is authorized to carry out those duties and responsibilities in accordance with the established performance standards and is subject to reporting and justifying task outcomes above him/her in the Department's chain of command.
About the Agency
The Prince Georges County Police Department is the fourth largest law enforcement agency in Maryland, providing a full range of law enforcement services to County residents and business owners. Their mission is to work in partnership with citizens of Prince Georges County towards providing a safe environment and enhancing the quality of life. Today, the Prince Georges County Police Department serves over 900,000 residents and has an authorized strength of 1800 officers and 300 civilians.
Examples of Work
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:
Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.
Please note there is no equivalency for supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Highly eligible candidates will meet the following criteria below for further consideration by the hiring agency:
EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY AND CONVINCINGLY 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 July 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.
Job Location: 1739 Brightseat Road, Landover, MD 20785
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
Be willing to accept assigned shift work (days/evenings/weekends/holidays).
Possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
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.
Accountability Statement
The incumbent shall not disseminate confidential information, administrative or operational, unless expressly authorized. Confidential information may not be discussed with other County employees (including individuals in the Police Department), except for work-related reasons, under terms and conditions of the Maryland Public Information Act.
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:
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
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 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.
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What best describes your highest level of completed education?
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If you selected "Other" in the previous question, please identify any other degree or education you have received. All education information must be shown in the "Education" section of this application. A response of "See Resume" will not be accepted or reviewed. Otherwise, please put N/A.
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What best describes your major/field of study?
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If you selected "Closely related field or Non-related field" in the previous question, please identify your major/field of study. All education information must be shown in the "Education" section of this application. A response of "See Resume" will not be accepted or reviewed. Otherwise, please put N/A.
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Do you have a Masters degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Forensic Science or other related physical science field with at least twenty-four (24) credit hours in Chemistry and Biology?
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If you selected "Yes" in the previous question, please identify your major/field of study. All education information must be shown in the "Education" section of this application. A response of "See Resume" will not be accepted or reviewed. Otherwise, please put N/A.
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How many years of supervisory/managerial experience in supervisory experience in crime scene investigation, forensic science, evidence processing, photography and identification functions do you possess?
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Describe in detail your supervisory work experience. Please include employer(s) as well as date(s) of employment and number of and roles of direct reports. All experience must be shown in the "Work Experience" section of your application. A response of "See Resume" or no response will not be accepted or reviewed. If you do not have experience, please put N/A.
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How many years of responsible professional experience in crime scene investigation or forensic science do you have?
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Describe in detail your experience to include employer(s) as well as date(s) of employment. All experience listed must be shown in the "Work Experience" section of your application. A response of "See Resume" or blank answers will not be accepted or reviewed. If you do not have experience, please put N/A.
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Do you possess experience in the following areas? Select all that apply.
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If you selected any of the experiences in the previous question, describe in detail your experience. Include the name of the employer(s) where work was performed and dates where experience was earned. This experience must be shown in the "WORK EXPERIENCE" section of this application. A response of "SEE RESUME" or a blank section will not be accepted or reviewed. If no experience, enter "N/A".
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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.
Required Question
Employer Prince Georges County Government
Address 1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 159
Largo, Maryland, 20774
Phone 301-883-6330
301-883-6330