Duties
1. Plans, organizes, resources, and directs the execution of a wide range of complex inspection activities for the wing Commander's Inspection Program (CCIP). Activities include planning and directing inspections that incorporate Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Air Force (DAF), gaining major command(s) (G-MAJCOMs), National Guard Bureau (NGB), state, wing, local instructions, and laws for regulatory guidance. Oversees compliance, plans, and conducts By-Law, Special Emphasis Items (SEI), Special Interest Items (SII), Command Interest Items (CII) and nuclear assurance inspections as outlined by requirements from the DoD, DAF, NGB, and G-MAJCOM. Routinely required to interpret and incorporate complex laws, and guidance from all levels for the creation of inspection plans throughout the wing. Develops and communicates a continuously evaluated Risk Based Sampling Strategy (RBSS). The RBSS is designed to provide commanders a tool to use when determining resource allocation to areas of concern to help identify undetected non-compliance. Authors and approves IG inspection reports, which communicate to commanders at all levels the status of compliance within their organization as well as the unit(s) ability to accomplish their tasked mission(s). Delivers post-inspection assertions directly to the Wing Commander for grading, performance, and compliance for all inspection activities in a formal written report with detailed deficiencies, recommendations, and strengths.
2. Applies an extensive knowledge of installation operations and DoD, DAF, and G-MAJCOM guidance to direct complex strategic planning and exercise efforts. Utilizes qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques that frequently require modification to fit a wide range of variables to determine the unit's ability to accomplish the mission(s). Reviews the adequacy and currency of installation exercise policy guidance and instructions, and updates as necessary to incorporate program changes or to address areas where improvement is required. Works directly with commanders at all levels to determine scope, scale, rigor, relevance, recurrence, and reporting (S2R4) of unit exercises. Constructs exercise scenarios that challenge each unit to test their capability to complete their mission essential tasks (METs) in different stages of degradation. Oversees exercise scenario development which may include G-MAJCOM(s), state and wing exercise participants to meet G-MAJCOM(s) and/or combatant command(s) force-wide exercise requirements. Directs inputs and simulation injects regarding the environment, scenario, and operational ability to keep exercises realistic to meet mission objectives. Research and develops creative exercise techniques, often, leading to the use of external units and other services to help achieve mission driven objectives. Leads coordination efforts across multiple units and services to leverage their strengths and capabilities to enhance unit exercises. Coordinates with exercise partners to find methods and scenario injects to enhance guest units' training/exercise opportunities.
3. Responsible for organizing and analyzing data from inspections and exercises across the DoD with the goal of identifying and communicating trends. Through trend identification and analysis, communicate data throughout the wing to commanders and unit self-assessment program managers for possible inclusion in their individual unit programs to determine compliance. Makes determination if trend items are wing-wide concerns, any wing-wide trends will be presented and explained during the commander's inspection management board (CIMB) and may be added into the CCIP for horizontal or vertical inspection.
4. Oversees and manages the WIT conducting inspection and exercise activities. Ensures the WIT consist of subject matter experts to conduct CCIP inspections and exercises under the authority of the Wing/center Commander. Validates WIT members' understanding, and application of security principles and their ability safeguard classified information ensuring they are aware of applicable security classification guides. Oversees WIT training, product development and certification. Identifies and evaluates training requirements to ensure all assigned inspectors are fully capable of executing an inspection/exercise plan.
5. Serves as a qualified complaint resolution representative providing advisory services to individuals, other staff offices, managers, supervisors, and employees concerning the IG program and processes. Conducts IG complaint, Fraud, Waste and Abuse (FWA), and whistleblower intake by interacting directly with unit members and employees, protects confidentiality of complainants, and ensures a thorough and complete complaint is presented to the IG.
** Note - this is an abbreviated version of the position description** Contact HRO for a full copy of the position description (PD).
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- May be required to successfully complete a minimum probationary period.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within one year of hire. Failure to be able to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.
- May require travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
- Must meet the definition of specialized experience by the closing of the announcement. **See Qualifications below**
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
- The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle; if so, and an appropriate valid driver’s license is mandatory.
- Must complete the Inspector General Training Course Complaints Resolution (ICTC-Q) within 180 days of appointment.
- Must complete the wing Inspector General Training Course Inspections (ICTC-I) within 180 days of appointment.
Qualifications
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-12 level, you must possess 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade of GS-11. Experience in planning for and executing inspector general programs and using software data systems to organize and analyze data. Experience in the procedures to inspect and report on the state of discipline program efficiency and effectiveness, and readiness of military and civilian forces; The ability to conduct a wide range of activities such as the wing Commander's Inspection Program (CCIP), Special Emphasis Items (SEI), Special Interest Items (SII), Command Interest Items (CII) and etc. Experience in conducting investigations and inspections to ensure compliance with agency policies, practices, and regulations; Experienced in writing standardized operating procedures for the inspector general programs; Experience in revising data collection methods or developing new approaches to analyze and evaluate data; Experience with complaint resolution and providing advisory services to individuals, other staff offices, managers, supervisors, and employees concerning the IG program and processes.
EDUCATION: There is no substitution of education at the GS-12 and above.
QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: - Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
Qualifications are based on your ability to demonstrate in your resume that you possess one year of the specialized experience for this announcement at a comparable scope and responsibility. To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/build/). If you choose to use your own resume, it must contain the following information organized by experience/position: (1) job title, (2) name of employer, (3) start and end dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY), (4) detailed description of duties performed, accomplishments, and related skills, and (5) hours worked per week (full-time employment and part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience). Federal experience/ positions must also include the occupational series, grade level, and dates in which you held each grade level.
Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information. Failure to provide the above information in your resume may result in your application being found "not qualified." Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
Your resume serves as the basis for experience related qualification determinations, and you must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable), as it relates to this job opportunity. Please use your own words, be clear, and specific when describing your work history. We cannot make assumptions regarding your experience.
Education
There is no substitution of education at the GS-12 and above in the 1801 series.
College Transcripts (Not Required/Not Applicable)
Benefits
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How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12778926
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.