Duties
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.
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.
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. 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
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. (Some agencies may allow for foreign nationals to apply. In those instances, the language should reflect that)
- Subject to a 1-year supervisory probationary period (unless already completed).
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
- May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
- File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
- You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date, 11:59PM(EST) on 05/18/2026 of this announcement.
There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:
Qualifications
All applicants must meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
NOTE: DHS-OIG is using a 2-page resume-based application method for this position, so you should ensure your qualifications are clearly outlined in your resume only. ECQ and MTQ responses are not required.
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES.
Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.
As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate at least one year of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Executive Core Qualifications. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or nongovernmental organizations. Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement will disqualify an applicant.
Evidence must be provided that clearly demonstrates the applicant has the necessary level of executive potential, skills, abilities, specialized knowledge, and technical qualifications to perform as a SES executive. This evidence must include clear, concise examples that emphasize the applicant's level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of assignments, program accomplishments, policy initiatives, and long-range planning.
The best qualified candidates will be determined by assessing experience, education, awards, performance appraisals, and supervisory evaluations for this position. These will be made against the Executive Core Qualifications and other technical requirements of the position.
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, your 2-page resume must show possession of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) listed below to be considered. Eligibility will be based on a clear demonstration that the applicant's training and experience are of the scope, quality and level of responsibility sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this executive position. Note: Please do not address the MTQs nor ECQs through submission of separate narrative responses- written narratives will not be reviewed for consideration.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.
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.
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.
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.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs.
1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding- This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
2. Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
3. Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
4. Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group towards meeting the organization's vision, mission and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
5. Achieving Results- This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
Education
To meet the basic requirement, applicants must meet one of the following and provide documentation to support the claim.
A. Degree: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in auditing or a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration, or accounting.
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B. Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:
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- A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
- Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours.
**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.
The education generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you are qualifying based on foreign education, you must submit proof of credibility of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Refer to the
OPM instructions.
Additional information
Background Investigation: This position is High Risk Special Sensitive position.
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.
Hiring Method: Resume-only method; resume must not exceed 2 pages.
Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES.
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.
OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.
OIG 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.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The recruitment application process for this position is the RESUME-BASED method. Narrative statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and/or Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) will not be accepted or considered in the evaluation process. Evidence of the ECQs/MTCs must be clearly demonstrated in your resume.
An SES review panel will evaluate your resume based on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Applicants determined to be highly qualified may undergo a structured interview and/or other assessments, such as providing a writing sample, work plan or other written product; reference checks may also be conducted. If selected, you must be certified by an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Structured Interview Qualifications Review Board (SIQRB), unless you are a current career SES member, former career SES member with SES career reinstatement eligibility, or have successfully completed an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program (SES CDP). You must receive SIQRB certification before you can be appointed to this position.