Make a countywide impact
Lead a high-performing team that steers millions in Project Charges to programs that benefit our residents. You’ll set standards, tighten processes, and partner across Budget, Finance/AP, Legal, Purchasing, Risk, and operating divisions to ensure funds are used effectively, compliantly, and on schedule.

About M-NCPPC Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Department of Parks & Recreation in Prince George’s County manages a vibrant system of parks, trails, historic sites, community centers, and arts and nature facilities that serve one of the most diverse counties in the nation. We’re committed to equitable access, community-centered programming, environmental stewardship, and creating safe, welcoming spaces for people of all ages and abilities. Joining our team means collaborating with mission-driven professionals who value public service, continuous improvement, and measurable results for our residents.

• Lead & develop the team: Set goals/KPIs, assign and review work, and build a culture
  of service and accountability.
• Own fiscal administration: Translate scopes to budgets, monitor spend vs. plan,
  prevent unallowable costs and drive timely reimbursements.
• Drive purchasing & contracting: Oversee scopes, solicitations, evaluations, and Adobe Sign
  routing, and lifecycle compliance; maintain audit-ready files.
• Coach partners & recipients: Provide clear guidance on eligibility, allowability, and
  documentation; host regular check-ins to track outcomes.
• Ensure compliance & audit readiness: Enforce policy, deliver accurate mid-year/annual reporting, and coordinate any corrective actions.
• Continuously improve: Use data to reduce cycle times and error rates; implement
  SOPs, templates, and training that scale.
  Strong satisfaction from internal teams and external recipients
  

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Finance, Business or any related field. 
2. Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resource Management,
   finance or any related field.
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together
   total 8 years.

• 2+ years supervising analysts/specialists in government, non-profit, or higher-ed financial/contracting settings
• Hands-on leadership of procurement/contracting workflows (scopes, evaluations, administration, change orders, performance)
• Experience implementing portfolio-level improvements (templates, SOPs, training)
• Familiarity with Commission enterprise systems (e.g., requisitioning/AP) and Adobe Sign
  
  What you bring
• Expertise in financial management, purchasing/contracting, and program analysis
• Advanced problem-solving with sound judgment on complex, sensitive issues
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong documentation and records management; proficiency with modern office/enterprise systems

Class Specification: Administrative Specialist III

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

Working conditions:
Primarily office-based with occasional site visits; fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Ready to lead impact at scale? Apply now to help us deliver countywide benefits through disciplined financial stewardship and outstanding partner experience.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.   
 

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.