Job Postings in Upper Marlboro: Planning Supervisor, Tax Professional, Purchasing Clerk

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Planning supervisor, purchasing clerk I, first-year tax professional, park/general maintenance worker III, principal administrative assistant, and automotive mechanic I.

Upper Marlboro Job Listings

Planning Supervisor

Organization: Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Prince George's County Planning Department

Duties: Develops, coaches, and supervises staff; evaluates performance and prepares annual performance appraisals. Serves as project facilitator on planning projects to ensure resources are available to meet project objectives; oversees consultant hiring and management; and works with the Planning Board, County Council, and other high level public officials on planning projects and implementation strategies, and more.

Requirements: Master’s degree in planning, architecture, parks, engineering, environmental science, public administration, or related fields and six years of progressively responsible professional level planning experience that included at least three years of supervisory experience or project leadership and coordination experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary: $30.12 - $52.50 Hourly/ $62,658.00 - $109,200.00 Annually 

Closing Date: Not listed

Purchasing Clerk I

Organization: Prince George's County Public Schools

Duties: Performs responsible clerical and typing work of a specialized nature, and more. This class involves the performance of tasks related to the procurement of supplies and services. Employees in this class follow established procedures and policies but frequently exercise judgment and initiative in planning and carrying out details of the work. Work is performed under general supervision.

Requirements: Completion of a standard high school diploma or GED with some clerical and typing experience of a responsible nature; preferably supplemented by business school and office practice course work; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities, and more.

Salary: $14.96 - $27.31

Closing Date: Jan. 29, 2013 

First Year Tax Professional

Organization: H&R Block

Duties: As a representative of H&R Block, you are responsible for providing an outstanding client experience by utilizing interview techniques that will help you determine the client’s needs and then offering the appropriate product or service that meets those needs. You are expected to provide an accurate and complete tax return, using a high degree of ethics and integrity. You will incorporate effective communication skills with both clients and fellow H&R Block associates, promoting teamwork and collaboration throughout the tax office and district. 

Requirements: These skills are typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma or equivalent. Additional course work in math is preferred. Experience: These skills are typically acquired through the successful completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course or equivalent and have passed the examination with a grade of 80 percent or better. Associate must participate in the 24-hour continuing education requirement in order to be considered for rehire. Must have good verbal and written communication skills and effectively communicate in person.

Salary: Not listed 

Closing Date: Not listed 

Park/General Maintenance Worker III

Organization: Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation

Duties: The selected candidate will perform skilled park/general maintenance work to include general grounds keeping and routine building maintenance work, as well as trades duties not requiring a trades license, and more. This position is responsible for operating a variety of equipment such as dump trucks, tractors with attachments, backhoes, bucket trucks, and riding mowers. This is the expert level in park/general maintenance work which is responsible for directing and training other workers in maintenance procedures and practices.

Requirements: High school graduate or GED, and four years of progressively responsible experience in grounds keeping, building maintenance, or park maintenance; and demonstrated ability to read and understand materials and instructions and write routine records and reports; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Pass Commission medical examination. Valid driver's license. And more.

Salary: $15.86 - $27.15 Hourly/ $32,997.00 - $56,462.00 Annually 

Closing Date:  Jan. 15, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. EST

Principal Administrative Assistant

Organization: The Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation, Central Area Office

Duties: The ideal candidate will be tasked with reviewing and processing materials and documents to include but not limited to human resources, administrative and financial support to fourteen community centers and two units, and more. 

Requirements: 1. High school diploma or GED; and 2. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or related subject; or four years of progressively responsible related experience; or 3. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary: $37,135 - $63,544

Closing Date: Jan. 16, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. EST

Automotive Mechanic I

Organization: Central Garage

Duties: Performs the skilled work of the journeyman level in the repair and maintenance of a variety of school vehicles and equipment. The employee in this class works under the supervision of an Automotive Mechanic II and/or Automotive Foreman I/II, using independent judgment as to the method of repair after receiving oral instructions or written work orders as to the nature of the job. Supervision may be exercised over lower grade positions.

Requirements: High School graduate supplemented by completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the trade with experience as a trades helper, or with increasingly responsible work experience as a journeymen mechanic; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Certification requirements: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification are strongly encouraged and preferred for consideration at this journeyman level; possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator's License (Commercial Driver's license with Air Brake & Passenger Endorsement - restricted Class A required) with a driving record indicating five (5) or fewer current points, of which no more than three (3) shall have been accumulated as a result of traffic violations occurring while operating a Board of Education vehicle.

Salary: $18.35 - $33.87

Closing Date: Jan. 25, 2013