Water Resources Engineer

Water Resources Engineer

Salary

$82,049.00 - $111,356.00 Annually

Location

Largo, MD

Job Type

Probationary FT

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

10883

Department

Department of the Environment

Division

Environmental Program Section

Opening Date

09/10/2026

Closing Date

9/15/2026 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.

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 Department of The Environment is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Water Resources Engineer (Engineer I/II), grade G24/G27 position, in the Environmental Program Section of the Stormwater Management Division.

About the Position

The Engineer I/II performs intermediate-level professional and technical work supporting complex engineering, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and environmental data management functions for County regulatory programs. Working under close to general supervision with increasing independence, the position integrates engineering principles with geospatial technologies and geodatabase management to support National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and MS4 permit compliance, including stormwater management, watershed analysis, and water quality monitoring in accordance with Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) requirements. Responsibilities include acquiring, analyzing, and validating environmental and infrastructure data; maintaining and ensuring compliance of GIS geodatabases; and producing technically sound analyses and reporting deliverables within established timelines. The role also involves coordinating with engineers, GIS staff, contractors, and regulatory agencies to support data collection, reporting, and compliance efforts, as well as conducting field investigations to verify conditions and data accuracy.

About the Agency

The Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders. Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Sustainability Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities and householders (Resource Recovery Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas and emission (Sustainability Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).

Examples of Work

• Prepares and/or reviews engineering designs and GIS analyses for projects of varying size and complexity.
• Develops, maintains, and updates geodatabases supporting environmental programs and MDE reporting requirements utilizing latest MDE geodatabase schema.
• Performs spatial analysis using GIS tools to support stormwater management, watershed studies, and environmental compliance initiatives.
• Prepares maps, data visualizations, and technical documentation for MDE submissions, including MS4 and TMDL reporting.
• Integrates data from various sources for reporting purposes, can include surveys, field investigations, remote sensing, and other sources into GIS systems utilizing methods such as ETL (extract, transform, and load) and data validation tools.
• Prepares bid documents and supporting GIS data for engineering and environmental projects.
• Monitors NPDES data reporting progress and activities ensuring compliance with permit requirements, for accuracy, and reporting schedules.
• Assists in the design and analysis of environmental systems, including drainage, stormwater, and water quality infrastructure.
• Monitors data reporting from various production sources, new development and redevelopments, capital improvement projects, operations, or maintenance activities per latest MDE load accounting guidance and ensures spatial data accuracy and consistency.
• Reviews and processes contract documentation and invoices related to GIS and engineering services.
• Inspects project sites to verify conditions and collect spatial and environmental data.
• Performs calculations and analyses related to hydrology, hydraulics, and environmental systems per MDE's latest pollutant load accounting guidance.
• Coordinates technical advice regarding GIS applications, environmental data interpretation, relating to reporting requirements.
• Communicates GIS and engineering information to internal staff, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Analyzes survey reports, aerial imagery, LiDAR, maps, and other geospatial datasets.
• Participates in studies of environmental conditions and land use impacts using GIS tools.
• Participates in surveying and field data collection efforts to support GIS databases.
• Estimates quantities and costs for projects and supports feasibility analyses.
• Uses computer-aided design (CAD), MS Office (e.g. excel, access, projects), and GIS software to support engineering and environmental analysis.
• Reviews plans and blueprints, including GIS-based plan validation.
• Communicates with engineers, contractors, consultants, and County personnel to coordinate work activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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 civil engineering, agricultural engineering, environmental engineering, water resources engineering, or a closely related engineering field.

OR

• A Professional Engineer (PE) License may be substituted for the degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, agricultural engineering, environmental engineering, water resources engineering, or a closely related engineering field.

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in engineering and data analysis using Geographic Information System (GIS) and related analytical tools.

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification is preferred.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification may also be considered.

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: September 28 - 30, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 1801 McCormick Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Must 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, 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

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 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?

• I do not have a High School Diploma or G.E.D
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/PhD/JD

03

Which best describes your field of study?

• Civil Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Water Resources Engineering
• Other Related Engineering
• Other Degree (Not related to Engineering)
• No Degree

04

Do you currently possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license?

• Yes
• No

05

If you selected "Yes", please provide your Professional Engineer (PE) license number here. Otherwise, please put N/A if this does not apply to you.

06

Do you currently hold any additional professional licenses or certifications related to engineering or Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? Select all that apply.

• Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• Other Related Engineering Licenses or Certifications
• I do not possess any other licenses or certifications

07

If you selected "Other Related Engineering Licenses", please indicate the license or certification here. Otherwise, please put N/A if this does not apply to you.

08

Have you completed any formal training, coursework, or educational programs related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)?

• Yes
• No

09

If you selected "Yes", please describe the training or coursework completed, including the institution or organization where it was completed. Otherwise, please put N/A if this does not apply to you.

10

How many years of progressively responsible professional experience do you have in engineering and data analysis using GIS and related analytical tools?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4+ years of experience

11

Please explain your engineering and data analysis experience and list dates and places of employment where the experience was obtained. Answers such as "See Resume" or answers left blank will not be accepted. Please do not copy your entire resume here. Only provide information that relates to the question. Otherwise, put N/A indicating you do not have this experience.

12

Which of the following areas do you have professional experience in? Select all that apply.

• Supporting environmental programs, including stormwater management, watershed analysis, and/or water quality monitoring.
• Managing, editing, or maintaining geospatial data within a geodatabase, including performing spatial analysis and/or interpreting environmental or infrastructure-related data.
• Using GIS software, such as ArcGIS Pro or ArcGIS Online, to develop maps and conduct spatial analysis.
• MS4 and/or NPDES regulatory programs or environmental compliance reporting.
• Preparing technical reports, maps, and/or data visualizations for internal, environmental, or regulatory purposes, including coordinating with multidisciplinary teams such as engineers, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Performing data quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on technical or geospatial datasets.
• Compiling, organizing, and analyzing technical or geospatial datasets from multiple sources.
• Conducting fieldwork, including site visits, inspections, and/or field data collection.
• Integrating field-collected data into Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• None of the Above

13

Do you possess a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

14

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/