LTGF Investigator

LTGF Investigator

Salary

$30.04 Hourly

Location

Various Locations Throughout Prince Georges County, MD

Job Type

LTGF FT With BN

Job Number

10739

Department

Police Department

Division

BOI SCD CVAA SHFCMDR

Opening Date

07/22/2026

Closing Date

7/27/2026 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 applicationsfor 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.

This position is limited term grant funded (LTGF). Positions designated as limited-term grant-funded are temporary in nature and the employment period is contingent upon the grants continued funding availability.

This position does offer limited benefits.

The Prince George's County Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a vacant Limited Term Grant Funded (LTGF) Investigator (Investigator 1G), grade G18 position, in the Special Crimes Division.

About the position

This is entry-level professional inspectional and investigative work. The incumbent will be assigned to the Special Crimes Division where they perform the primary duties of documentation, evidence collection, preservation, and processing evidence related to internet crimes against children. The incumbent is responsible for generating accurate, complete, and comprehensive reports required to conciliate/mediate complaints or to prepare cases for judicial action/consideration.

This Limited Term Grant Funded position under the Prince George's County Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Grant prioritizes better case management and stronger inter-agency partnerships. This strategic focus ensures efficient investigations, seamless partner coordination, and rapid action against offenders. To preserve the departments ability to protect minors online amid these resource constraints, the Investigator position is critical.

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

• Reviews cyber tips received from the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)..
• Collects, analyzes, and disseminates data associated with ICAC tips and other related crimes occurring within Prince George's County and adjoining jurisdictions.
• Compiles and maintains statistical data as it relates to case assignments and personnel.
• Reviews images and videos of a sensitive nature.
• Assists with the download of recovered devices, review images, and data analysis.
• Identifies potential suspects and provide intelligence related to conducting search warrants.
• Conducts background checks on individuals and addresses.
• Deconflicts information and investigations through local ICAC, State Police, and Federal agencies.
• Submits preservation letters and administrative subpoenas.
• Reviews subpoena returns to verify information.
• Associates and link new cyber tips with existing cases.
• Assists in follow-up investigations.
• Investigates background information on individuals connected to ICAC cases and other related crimes.
• Identifies an address linked to suspected persons involved in child pornography, child sexual abuse, and other related offenses.
• Maintains all files within the unit, ensuring that historical case files are properly archived and preserved, with regular updates to both digital and paper records to keep them accurate, complete, and accessible.
• Performs daily database maintenance to ensure all information is accurately recorded and kept current.
• Serves as a liaison to other police departments, ICAC units within Maryland, other state and local agencies, and federal offices such as the U.S. Attorney's Office, as well as to the public for inquiries.
• Gathers statistical information for quarterly and yearly grant reports.
• Assists with error detection, data re-entry, and/or information verification.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Bachelors 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.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

Highly eligible candidates will meet the criteria below to be further considered by the hiring agency:

• Extensive experience in law enforcement investigations, with a focus on internet crimes against children.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong writing skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Familiar with automated sources such as ICAC Data System (IDS), the Computer Automated Dispatch (CAD), Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS), National Crime Information Computer (NCIC), Maryland Integrated Law Enforcement Systems (MILES), Law Enforcement Information Exchange (LINX), Records Management System, Premier One Records (RMS), Judicial Information Systems (JIS or MATS) and other Criminal Justice software.
• Proficient using Microsoft Suite, database programs, Geographical Information Systems (GIS) software, graphic software, and other analytical computer applications and internet.

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

Additional Information

Tentative Interview Dates: August 18-20, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: Maryland

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:

• Possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
• Be willing to work assigned shift work (days/evenings/weekends/holidays).
• 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 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.

Accountability Statement:

The incumbent must meet and maintain the training standards set forth by the Prince George's County Police Department. 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:

• 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 of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?

• High School or G.E.D.
• Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Doctorate

03

Select which best identifies your completed field of study.

• Criminology
• Law Enforcement
• Business/Public Administration
• One of the Social Science
• Other Related Field
• Non-Related Field

04

If you selected "Related Field" or "Non-Related" Field to the previous question, please identify the field of study you completed. If your field of study was listed or you do not possess secondary education, please list "N/A".

05

Do you have experience with programs involving investigative and social relations skills experience?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, describe in detail your professional experience to include the name of the employer(s) where work was performed. This experience must also be described in the "WORK HISTORY/EXPERIENCE" section of this application. A response of "SEE RESUME" will not be accepted or reviewed. If no experience, enter "N/A"

07

Please select the databases you have extensive experience retrieving and analyzing data. To be creditable, selected experience must meet the following threshold, "I am considered an expert. I am able to train or assist others and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written recognition from others in carrying out this activity." (Check all that apply)

• Law Enforcement Information Exchange (Linx)
• ICAC Data System (IDS)
• Computer Automated Dispatch (CAD)
• Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS)
• National Crime Information Computer (NCIC)
• Maryland Integrated Law Enforcement Systems (MILES)
• Records Management System, Premier One Records (RMS)
• Judicial Information Systems (JIS or MATS)
• Other Criminal Justice software
• Not familiar with any automated software system listed

08

Describe in detail your professional experience accessing and analyzing information from the selected databases. Include the name of the employer(s) where work was performed. This experience must also be described in the "WORK HISTORY/EXPERIENCE" section of this application. A response of "SEE RESUME" will not be accepted or reviewed. If no experience, enter "N/A".

09

Select the response that best represents your professional experience in researching, collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data related to ICAC cases or other related crimes.

• I do not have any experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5-6 years
• 6 years or more

10

Describe in detail your professional experience in researching, collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data related to ICAC cases or other related crimes to include the name and date of the employer(s) where work was performed. All experience must also be described in the "WORK HISTORY/EXPERIENCE" section of this application. A response of "SEE RESUME" will not be accepted or reviewed. If no experience, enter "N/A"

11

Select the areas below in which you have extensive experience. To be creditable, selected experience must meet the following threshold, "I am considered an expert. I am able to train or assist others, and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written recognition from others in carrying out this activity." (Check all that apply)

• Conducting background checks on individuals and addresses.
• Report Writing
• Event deconflicting
• None of the above

12

If you selected any of the items in the previous question, describe in detail your professional experience to include the name of the employer(s) and date(s) where work was performed. This experience must also be described in the "WORK HISTORY/EXPERIENCE" section of this application. DO NOT TYPE "SEE RESUME". If no experience, enter "N/A".

13

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/