Duties
- The Assistant Director, (AD), Policy, Quality and Legislative Affairs (PQLA), Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Headquarters, has the authority and overall total executive management, development, and technical operations over the Policy, Quality and Legislative Affairs Directorate.
- The Assistant Director, (AD), Policy, Quality and Legislative Affairs (PQLA), Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Headquarters with executive management, development, and technical operations over the Policy, Quality and Legislative Affairs Directorate that affects a professional workforce of over 4,000 employees dispersed in over 300 offices worldwide; and manages an overall budget of approximately $10.4 million.
- Responsible for the development and issuance of contract audit policy, to include procedures, guidelines, and standards for the conduct of contract audits, technical guidance and decisions to the Regions on highly complex questions involving the application of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) cost principles, generally accepted accounting principles (GAGAS), cost accounting standards (CAS) and matters relating to Congressional relations.
- Responsible for the Quality Program to include (1) executing formal internal quality assurance reviews based on guidelines adapted from those established by the President's Council on Integrity and Efficiency (PCIE) and (2) conducting quality assurance related review projects on an Agency-wide basis.
- Provides technical direction and guidance for the performance of audits Agency-wide, including decisions regarding application of FAR cost principles or accounting/costing principles frequently resulting in disallowance of contractor claims involving millions of dollars in hearings before quasi-judicial boards such as the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA) and Court of Claims cases.
- Directs development of Agency positions and implementation of all Cost Accounting Standards Board (CASB) standards, rules, regulations, Agency policy and instructions for the field review of contractors' disclosure statements, and reviews to determine compliance with CASB standards.
- Determines Agency positions regarding matters dealing with the establishment, revision and interpretation of the FAR.
- Responsible for organizational policy, auditing publications, and records management, providing direction and coordination responsibilities on matters related to Agency level Correspondence, Policies and Procedures.
- Responsible for a Congressional Liaison and the point of contact for all inquiries from the congressional appropriations committees and their members.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship
- Background investigation required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent with 24 hours in accounting
- This is a Tier 2 SES position with salary range of $180,359 to $213,000
Qualifications
Eligibility for this position will be based on meeting the basic education requirements below and clear and comprehensive indication that the applicant has had experience of the scope and quality sufficient to carry out the duties and assignments of the position. Applicants must meet the basic education requirements and possess the essential skills, knowledge, and abilities listed in the Executive Core Qualifications and Technical Qualifications paragraphs below.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be evaluated in the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) listed below which are broadly applicable to SES positions throughout the Federal Government. All competitive applicants must submit a narrative statement covering each of the ECQs. Narratives should be limited to no more than 2pages per each ECQ for a total of 10 pages. For detailed information on submitting the ECQs, please review OPM's Guide to the Senior Executive Service Qualifications. OPM Candidate Development Program (CDP) graduates, current career SES members or former career SES members who are eligible for reinstatement to a career-reserved position need not submit an ECQ statement.
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves 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: This core qualification involves 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: This core qualification involves 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: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves 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.
For additional information on the Executive Core Qualifications, see the following site: www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit a narrative statement specifically addressing each of the following Technical Qualifications. Narratives should be limited to no more than two pages per factor for a total of 4 pages. Applicants will be evaluated against each of these factors:
1. Demonstrated executive level experience in managing operations that perform a full range of highly complex professional audit, accounting, or audit advisory services. This should include a comprehensive knowledge of Federal Government or other large private organizations' professional auditing standards, principles and practices for conducting highly complex audits.
2. Extensive experience in leading organizational change with demonstrated success in change management best practices, including business process re-engineering, strategic communications, and building coalitions with all levels of management in the Federal Government or large private/corporate/industry organizations, Defense Contractors, or variety of external organizations, including Congress.
Technical Qualifications - Desirable:
1. Professional certification as a Certified Public Accountant (or Certified Internal Auditor by written examination) and an advanced degree in business management (or related field).
2. Knowledge of Federal Government and Defense Acquisition policies and programs.
DoD Joint Enterprise-Wide Experience Statement:
In addition, DoD requires the Enterprise Perspective. The applicant must have the ability to apply a broad point of view and an understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives must demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required. This information should be embedded within your application package.
Education
Degree: A bachelor's degree in accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting is required. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. (The term "accounting" means "accounting and/or auditing" in this standard. Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor.")
Or
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.
This must 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 nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of the quality and extent of their accomplishments, experience and education. An Executive Evaluation Panel will evaluate the resume, the Executive Core Qualifications statement and the Technical Qualifications statement for each candidate to determine the best qualified candidates who will be referred to the selecting official.
If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency via email at: dcaa.belvoir.hq.mbx.ask-lmer@mail.mil
Required Documents
1. Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) Narratives: written statements addressing each of the Five (5) ECQs.
2. Technical Qualifications (TQs) Narratives: written statements addressing each of the Two (2) TQs.
3. Résumé - You must submit a resume or any other written format you choose to describe your qualifications. The following information must be included:
- Vacancy ID# 12591526
- Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers.
- Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html)
- Information about your paid and non-paid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary.
- You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
4. College Transcripts: A copy of your college transcripts must be submitted for this position. Please refer to the Education Section of this announcement. Transcripts/Certifications: Non current Fed applicants must submit proof of education if the position requires education to meet the basic qualification requirements. For additional information on acceptable documents, visit Transcripts and Certifications. Applicants must also document education and/or certifications in their resume. If you are a current 511, a transcript is not needed. 511 series is verified by a copy of SF-50.
5. If you are a current or former Federal employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) and a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal.
6. If you are current or former career SES member, you must submit a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) that indicates the status. Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents (i.e., ECQs, technical qualifications, and other qualifications, as applicable) WILL NOT receive consideration for the position.
DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as award certificates will not be considered.
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
You must submit all application documents by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, 11/12/2024
1. A complete application includes your written statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualification(s), transcripts, a resume, and any other documents listed below under Required Documents.
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Next steps
Once your completed application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.