AIG for Audits (Emergency Management & Preparedness) Job in Location Negotiable After Selection

Vacancy No. OIG-12672483-25-SES-OA Department Office of the Inspector General
Salary $150,160.00 to $225,700.00 Grade 00 to 00
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/17/2025 Close Date 2/5/2025
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Location Negotiable After Selection


Summary

SES is a cadre of senior government leaders who possess a diverse portfolio of experience and expertise required to lead across organizations. These dedicated executives are charged with providing strategic leadership and upholding a commitment to public service that transcends loyalty to a specific agency mission or individual profession. You will influence the direction of innovation and transformation of the Federal Government.

Duties

Location is negotiable upon selection where a Department of Homeland Security, Office of Inspector General office is located.

Before applying for this position, please read the entire announcement and follow the instructions in the How to Apply section.

The Assistant Inspector General (AIG) for Audits, Emergency Management and Preparedness (EMP) position is located in the Emergency Management and Preparedness (EMP), Office of Audits (OA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The Inspector General examines, evaluates and, where necessary, critiques operations and activities, recommending ways for the Department of Homeland Security to carry out its responsibilities in the most effective, efficient, and economical manner possible.

Through independent audits and program analyses, the Office of Audits:

  • Protects the public interest by bringing about positive change in the performance, accountability, and integrity of its programs and operations.
  • Seeks out best practices that will improve the effectiveness and efficiency of component agencies; helps program managers achieve the desired results and operate in accordance with laws and regulations.
  • Identifies deficiencies and make recommendations for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of DHS' information and technology management, operations, and security.
  • Ensures the review of disaster assistance funds and disaster programs are operating in an effective and efficient manner and spending public funds in accordance with regulations.
The AIG for Audits, EMP leads, directs, and is responsible for operational and functional development, implementation and supervision of DHS OIG audit activities within the OA, EMP. This group primarily oversees Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) mission operations to ensure adequate support for U.S. citizens and first responders to build, sustain, and improve capabilities to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.

Incumbent participates with the Deputy Inspector General for Audit (DIGA) in the formulation of audit program policies, procedures, goals, and objectives and the development of long and short-range strategic plans for OIG audit programs and activities. Participates in the formulation of budget requirements to accomplish program goals and activities. Supervises day-to-day operations of the OA, in EMP, including Headquarters and the Field Offices. Manages and oversees the performance and execution of all audit activities nationwide, which consist of a wide variety of audit programs and operations for preventing and detecting fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement. Serves as an advisor to the DIGA in the development, planning, and implementation of OA goals and objectives in carrying out assigned functions. The incumbent is required to analyze and evaluate OA's audit activities, make decisions and recommendations to improve efficiency of audit activities, and carry out assigned functions to accomplish the goals and objectives of the OA and the OIG.

In this position you will perform the following:
  • Develop and recommend audit policies, plans, procedures and programs to allow the Department to effectively carry out its mission and meet national policy objectives. As required, analyzes proposed legislation and regulations to determine their projected impact on the economy and efficiency in administration of DHS OIG's audit programs and activities. Develop long range and annual audit plans that reflect management and congressional concerns, as well as OIG vulnerability assessments and other factors.
  • Ensure that audits are pursued, documented, and finalized in accordance with the IG Act of 1978, as amended, any other applicable laws and regulations, and applicable. Ensure written reports of findings are made to senior management officials for comment and actions. Help prepare the OIG Semiannual Report and Major Management Challenges report.
  • Direct audits to promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness and to detect fraud or abuse of programs and other efforts managed and/or financed by DHS. Respond to inquiries by DHS officials, other Governmental units, Congress, and the public relating to audit matters. Participates with the Office of Investigations in joint audit/investigative activities.
  • Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with applicable standards. Ensure that appropriate and timely action is taken by department/agency management in response to audit report recommendations.
  • Provide guidance and consultation to the workforce concerning the goals and policies of the DIGA. Establish and conduct planning sessions with OA, OIG, and GAO components when program activities overlap.
  • Coordinate auditor training requirements and maintain contact with training officials and other agencies, as necessary, to assure implementation of an effective auditor training program.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
  • You must be able to obtain/maintain a security clearance (i.e., Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI)
  • Selectee will be required to complete form OGE-278, Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Form
  • Drug Testing Required
  • You will serve a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES
  • You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date, 11:59PM (EST) on 02/05/2025 of this announcement

Qualifications

We recommend that your application emphasize your level of experience, expertise, and accomplishments (including the results of your actions) in formulating, directing, and overseeing legislative strategy. You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position.

Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess. As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Mandatory Qualifications below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-14/15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or nongovernmental organizations. Failure to meet basic qualification requirements and all mandatory qualifications listed automatically disqualifies an applicant.

**Noncompetitive status - if you are a current, reinstatement eligible Career SES or a graduate of an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) approved SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and your ECQs have been certified by OPM's Qualifications Review Board (QRB), you are not required to address the ECQs. Current and reinstatement eligible SES must include with your application a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, documenting your SES Career Appointment. CDP graduates must include a copy of your OPM CDP graduation certificate or other proof from OPM that your ECQs have been QRB certified. **

The application process used to recruit for this position is the Traditional Method.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Mandatory Technical Qualifications, and other qualifications, if applicable, listed below.

EXECUTIVECOREQUALIFICATIONS-Mandatory

Applicants must submit a written narrative addressing each ECQ generally not to exceed two (2) pages per ECQ for a total of no more than 10 pages. Written narratives addressing each ECQ generally not to exceed two (2) pages per ECQ for a total of no more than 10 pages. Any information in excess of ten (10) pages WILL NOT be considered.

NOTE: If you a current/former Career SES member or certified graduate from an OPM approved Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Applicants are encouraged to follow the Challenge, Context, Action, and Results (C-C-A-R) model when preparing written ECQs narratives.
  • Challenge:Describe a specific problem or goal.
  • Context:Describe the individuals and groups you worked with, and/or environment in which you worked to address a particular challenge (e.g., clients, co-workers, members of Congress, shrinking budget, low morale).
  • Action:Discuss the specific actions you took to address a challenge.
  • Result:Give specific examples of measures/outcomes that had some impact on the organization.
You will be evaluated on the following Executive Core Qualifications:
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.

ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.

ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.

ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.

These competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Written Communication, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation.

Detailed information on the ECQs are available at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core- qualifications/#url=Overview

A sample 5-page executive level resume and ECQ narratives can be viewed at this link https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior- executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2012.pdf

MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
All applicants must submit a written narrative addressing each MTQ, not to exceed one (1) page for each MTQ. Any information in excess of one (1) page per MTQ WILL NOT be considered.

You will be evaluated on the following Technical Qualifications:

MTQ 1: Demonstrated professional experience in auditing principles, concepts, and techniques to serve as an expert on the interpretation and application of auditing theory and methodology, as applied to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in agency programs and operations and to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in a complex environment combined with the demonstrated ability to apply standards promulgated by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), and other professional organizations.

MTQ 2: Demonstrated experience managing, overseeing, and directing the performance and execution of all audit activities on a large or national scale to prevent and detect fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement from inception to completion in compliance with government auditing standards in an Inspector General or similar environment.

MTQ 3: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, for example with high-level Government officials including the most senior organizational leaders, representatives of external and interagency committees, the public, Congress, and audiences varying widely in background, experience, and level of understanding on matters which may be sensitive, controversial, and complex.

FAILURE TO MEET OR FULLY ADDRESS EACH MANDATORY EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATION AND TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS WILL ELIMINATE A CANDIDATE FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.

Applicants who use "see resume" as a response WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.

Youmustmeetallqualificationandeligibilityrequirementsbytheclosingdate,02/05/2025ofthisannouncement.

Education

To meet the basic requirement, applicants must meet one of the following and provide documentation to support the claim.

A. Degree: accounting, auditing; or a degree including auditing courses in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.
B. Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:
1. Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law;
2. A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal non-conformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

**You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.**

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/ usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Additional information

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Employee Benefits."

Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation/clearance as a condition of placement in this position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

E-Verify: OIG uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify

Drug Testing: It is our responsibility to eliminate any risks to national security, public health and public safety that could be posed by individuals who use illegal drugs. Satisfactory completion of a drug test is a condition of placement and/or employment in the position and the incumbent(s) of this position may thereafter be subject to Random Drug Testing. A positive drug test or refusal to be tested will result in disciplinary action, up to and including removal from Federal service.

Veteran'sPreference:Veteran's Preference does NOTapply to Senior Executive Service positions.

Probationary Period: You will be required to serve a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.

Mobility: Individuals selected for SES positions may be subject to reassignment across geographic, organizational, and functional lines.

Our Benefits Package: You will be eligible for performance bonuses of 5 to 20 percent of base pay for superior accomplishments. You will be covered by a defined benefit, contributory Federal retirement system. You may participate in a retirement savings investment plan that offers before-tax savings and tax-deferred investment earnings. You may select one of a variety of health plans and options under the Government's Federal Employees' Health Benefits program and you may participate in the Federal Employees' Group Life and Long Term Care Insurance Programs.

Reasonable Accommodation: DHS OIG provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

EEO: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed above.

You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education (if applicable).

Your application will be evaluated by an SES rating and ranking panel. Highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and reference check.

The Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority where final interviews and reference checks may occur.

Unless you have already been certified by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by an OPM/QRB before appointment can occur.

Required Documents

Your application, regardless of the format must describe your job-related qualifications pertinent to this position. The announcement number must be entered on the first page of your application. Keep in mind that all supporting documents are required. Please submit:

1.Resume, not to exceed five (5) pages: Excess pages will not be considered. Applicants typically provide the following information in their resume:

  • Vacancy announcement number - OIG-12672483-25-SES-OA;
  • Full name, e-mail and mailing addresses, and day and evening telephone numbers;
  • Information about your paid and non-paid work experience, volunteer work related to this position; Job title (include series and grade if Federal job), Duties and accomplishments (be specific in describing your duties), Employer's name and address, Supervisor's name and phone number, Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year) and salary;
  • Honors, awards and special accomplishments;
  • If applicable, Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: https://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/accreditation_pg4.html#Diploma-Mills
NOTE: THE USAJOBS RESUME TEMPLATE MAY RESULT IN A RESUME BEING LONGER THAN FIVE PAGES. PLEASE VERIFY PAGE LENGTH BEFORE SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION.

2. Applicants who are currently or were previously, Federal employees must ALSO submit:
  • An SF-50 showing your current or former civil service status; and
  • Proof of OPM Qualifications Review Board certification (OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program graduates), if applicable.
3. Executive Core Qualifications: Written narratives addressing each ECQ generally not to exceed two (2) pages per ECQ for a total of no more than 10 pages. Excess pages will not be considered.

NOTE: If you are a current or former Career SES member or are graduate from an OPM approved Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program, you do not need to respond to the ECQs.

4.Mandatory Technical Qualifications: Written narratives addressing each MTQ not to exceed one (1) page for each MTQ. Excess pages will not be considered.

5.Noncompetitive Applicants: Current career SES members and former reinstatement eligible career SES members must provide a recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, documenting their current status or reinstatement eligibility (position, title, series, grade, tenure). Candidates who have successfully completed an Office of Personnel Management approved SES Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their ECQ certification. Your status must be clearly stated in your resume.

6. Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? You must submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
  • Position title
  • Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee)
  • Agency
  • Beginning and ending dates of appointment
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.

Failure to provide all required documents by the closing date may result in an ineligible rating and loss of further consideration.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

A complete application package for this vacancy must be received on-line via the USAJOBS web site by 11:59 PM (EST) on the CLOSING DATE 02/05/2025 to receive consideration. A complete application package includes:

  • Your 5-Page (or shorter) resume (any excess pages will not be considered)
  • Executive Core Qualifications narrative statement (generally two (2) pages per ECQ, not to exceed 10 pages total) Note: Not applicable to noncompetitive candidates with supporting documentation
  • Mandatory Technical Qualifications narrative statement one (1) page maximum for each MTQ, any excess pages will not be considered
  • Supporting documentation, see Required Documents section DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.
To begin, click 'Apply Online' to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account at, https://www.usajobs.gov/, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.

You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. Paper applications and information sent by mail or email WILL NOT be accepted.

Applicants must submit all required documentation to properly qualify for this position.

Agency contact information

DHS-OIG Executive Resources
Address
Office of Inspector General
245 Murray Lane SW
Washington, DC 20528
US
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Next steps

Upon receipt of your application, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Once you submit your application, we will review your experience and qualifications to determine if you possess the required experience and qualifications for the position based on the information you submitted. After a review of your application is made you will be notified of your application status.

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