Auditor (Performance) Job in Washington, DC

Vacancy No. JE-2025-03 DE Department Office of Inspector General
Salary $55,924.00 to $88,926.00 Grade 07 to 09
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/23/2024 Close Date 11/5/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington, DC


Summary

Location of position:
GSA Office of Inspector General
Office of Inspections (JE)
1800 F St NW, Washington, DC

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

This position is in the Office of Inspections (JE). JE is a multi-disciplinary organization that analyzes and evaluates GSAs programs and operations through management and programmatic inspections and evaluations that are intended to provide insight into issues of concern to GSA, Congress, and the American public. The office also coordinates quality assurance for the OIG, and analyzes potentially fraudulent or otherwise criminal activities in coordination with other OIG components.

As a Performance Auditor, you will perform the following duties:

  • Assisting in conducting evaluations of GSA programs and operations, and/or contracts awarded by GSA.
  • Conducting research and performing evaluation surveys to identify situations where waste, abuse, and mismanagement exist, and developing constructive recommendations for corrective actions.
  • Participating in evaluations or inspections of existing GSA processes and procedures or programs, drafting proposed findings and recommendations for the improvement of GSA programs, operations, and administrative systems in order to promote efficiency and to achieve mission-oriented objectives.
  • Using qualitative and quantitative analysis methods to analyze program-related data and policy issues.
  • Identifying data requirements for effective program evaluations; monitors program trends through analyses, and use of data analyses techniques to evaluate programs.
  • Reviewing new or proposed legislation, regulations, or policies, focusing on the potential impact on programs, operations, and/or management within a specific functional or program area.
  • Assisting with drafting, reviewing, editing, and/or providing input to written materials, including program guidance, informational/decision memoranda, briefings, decisions, and recommendations/justifications.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
  • Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
  • Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

  • 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 Non­Career 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.
  • Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
  • Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level).
  • Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA OIG employee.  We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
  • Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position.

Qualifications

For each job on your resume, provide:

  • the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
  • number of hours per week you worked (if part time).    

If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.


The GS-7 salary range starts at $54,9247 per year. The GS-9 salary range starts at $68 per year. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.

This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcript(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.  

BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR PERFORMANCE AUDITORS:
Degree:
auditing or a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration, or accounting.
OR
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:
1. A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or
2. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY AT THE GS-9 LEVEL:  
In addition to the Basic Requirements listed above, to qualify at the GS-9 level you must possess at least one of the following:

  1. One year of specialized experience that is equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized Experience for this position is experience assisting in the conduct of performance audits; assisting in the evaluation of policies, procedures, or internal controls to assess program performance; and evaluating compliance with laws and regulations. OR
  2. A master's degree or equivalent graduate degree OR have completed two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. OR
  3. A combination of graduate level education and appropriate experience that together meet the qualification requirements of this position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY AT THE GS-7 LEVEL:  
In addition to the Basic Requirements listed above, to qualify at the GS-7 level you must possess at least one of the following:

  • One year of specialized experience that is equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level in the Federal. Specialized experience is experience obtaining, verifying and summarizing auditing documentation; applying professional auditing principles, practices and skills; and obtaining and evaluating information, ensuring accuracy and reliability. OR
  • Have completed at least one full year of graduate level education (18 semester hours or the equivalent) in auditing, or in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration, or accounting. OR
  • Have completed all the requirements for a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university PLUS demonstrated Superior Academic Achievement as defined below. OR

A combination of graduate level education and appropriate experience that together meet the qualification requirements of this position.

Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the baccalaureate level is fully qualifying at the GS-7 level.  To claim SAA, submit documentation of one of the following:


1.      Class standing -- You must be in the upper third of your graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses.

2.      Grade-point average (rounded to one decimal point) of:

    1. 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum; or
    2. 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during your final 2 years of the curriculum.

3.      Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society in one of the national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies.

Education

Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html 

Additional information

Bargaining Unit status: This position is ineligible for bargaining unit coverage.

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.

If you are selected at a grade lower than the full performance level, you may be promoted up to that grade level without having to re-apply or compete against other applicants.

Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed. Management also has the right to fill this position through other means; or not at all.

This is NOT a remote position. Regularly scheduled telework is available; however, you must also report to the office location listed in the announcement at least three days per biweekly pay period.

Benefits

You will have access to many benefits including:

  • Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
  • Life insurance coverage with several options
  • Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
  • Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Transit and child care subsidies
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Training and development

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

We will use a method called Category Rating to assess your application.  Here’s how it will work:

You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities

  1. Professional knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices such as the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.
  2. Ability to conduct financial and performance audits.
  3. Skill in the analysis of data and programs to identify operational problems and appropriate corrective actions.
  4. Skill in conducting research into the laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing a program or organization.
  5. Ability to communicate orally in the environment of meetings, presentations, etc.
  6. Ability to communicate in writing such as written reports, workpapers, etc.

Your answers to the questions will be used to place you in one of the following categories and standard score ranges:

  • Best Qualified = Candidates scoring between 92 - 100
  • Well Qualified = Candidates scoring between 85 - 91 (Well Qualified for CTAP/ICTAP)
  • Qualified = Candidates scoring between 70 - 84

We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume.  If your resume doesn’t support your answers, we may lower your score, which could place you in a lower category.

Within each category, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.

Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.

If you are eligible under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan(ICTAP/CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority. 

If you meet the criteria above, you will be referred to the selecting official.  Within each grade level, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.

Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.


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Required Documents

ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.

Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.

If you are claiming veterans’ preference:
(a)
Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows your type of discharge and the dates of your active duty service.
(b) If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214: (1) completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).

If you are active duty military - Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).

If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.

Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.  

College transcripts: You must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). Transcripts MUST show: name of the institution, student's name, course work/degree(s) completed/conferred and dates. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.   

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

Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application.  For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.

If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application. 

To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.

  • Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
  • Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
  • Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete.  If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
  • Note:  Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process). 

Need Assistance? 

  • Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact mgshelp@monster.com or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays
  • Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline

You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.

Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

Agency contact information

Sonya Borquez-Bledsoe
Phone
816-926-8611
Fax
202-219-2397
Email
Sonya.orquez-Bledsoe@gsaig.gov
Address
GSA, Office of Inspector General
General Services Administration
Office of the Inspector General (JPH)
2300 Main St, Room 3NW-417
Kansas City, Missouri 64108
United States
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Next steps

After the closing date/deadline:

  1. ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
  2. REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
  3. SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
  4. FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
  5. FINAL COMMUNICATION:  Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.

Thank you for your interest in working for the GSA Office of Inspector General!


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