Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigation Job in Location Negotiable After Selection

Vacancy No. 26-HUDIG-12865632-SES Department Office of Inspector General
Salary $151,661.00 to $228,000.00 Grade 00 to 00
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/15/2026 Close Date 1/28/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
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Location Negotiable After Selection


Summary

This position is located at Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Inspector General, OIG, Office of Investigation. As the Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigation, you will be responsible for audit, inspections and evaluations related to all Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs and operations

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Senior executives

Individuals looking for an executive-level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

Clarification from the agency

U.S. citizens or U.S. Nationals; no prior Federal experience is required.

Duties

As the Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigation, you will:

  • Provide executive staff assistance to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigation (AIGI), through broad evaluation of program status and strategic program planning activity for the Regional Offices, the Special Investigations Division, the Joint Civil Fraud Division, and Headquarters Operations.
  • Prioritize the broad spectrum of allegations referred to the AIGI, in light of applicable laws, regulations and judicial opinions to determine that the extent and depth are of such national importance as to warrant the allocation of investigative resources and or whether there may be potential for criminal, civil or administrative action.
  • Evaluate operational implications of proposed legislation and regulations relating to Department programs.
  • Evaluate to determine projected impact on enforcement, both at the prosecutive and at the investigative levels, and develop options for approval of changes and or necessary program additions to meet enforcement needs.
  • Share management responsibility for all initiatives of the Immediate Office of the AIGI, Headquarters Operations, Special Investigations Division, JCFD and the Regional Offices of Investigation, serve as the first line supervisor of all Special Agents in Charge and Directors within the Office of Investigation located in their jurisdictions to include functional areas such as:
    • Directing investigation operations nationwide.
    • Providing technical advice relating to investigation matters and keeping the IG and appropriate HUD officials informed of the results of ongoing investigation activities.
    • Developing and recommending new or revised investigation programs to allow the Department to effectively carry out its mission and meet national policy objectives.
    • Coordinating and/or working with investigative organizations of state, local, and other Federal agencies in investigative matters.
    • Controlling the use and dissemination of reports, files and information developed by the OI, as well as similar information developed and furnished by other federal, state and local investigative agencies.
    • Developing and implementing procedures to aid Departmental officials in the use of information developed through investigation operations and to provide for tracking systems that will alert HUD management to investigation matters that are in need of attention.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

- Complete a 1-year SES probationary period, unless already completed.
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_?ll/of0306.pdf).
- Complete an Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report annually.
- Undergo appropriate tax checks.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System (https://www.sss.gov/) or are exempt from having to do so.
- Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit / Electronic Funds Transfer.
- Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9).
- Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
- Obtain and use a government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
- You may be subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing.
- You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- Selectee is entitled to Law Enforcement Availability Pay at the rate of 25% of base pay.
- Be willing to travel an average of 5 days per month.
- Test negative for the presence of illegal drugs before placement in this position and be subject to random drug testing thereafter.
- Satisfactorily complete the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Training Program, or its equivalent.
- Carry a firearm, maintain firearms proficiency, and conduct full law enforcement activities. Any person convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence may not be hired [Title 18, United States Code, Section 922(g)(9)].
- Be willing to work irregular unscheduled hours and under hazardous conditions.
- Be willing to relocate at the direction of management.
- Pass a pre-employment physical examination.
- Possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.

Qualifications

This position has been designated as a Career Reserved position and will be filled on a career basis. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.

You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.


Basic Requirement - Applicants must demonstrate at least one year of progressively responsible leadership experience indicative of senior executive 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 non-governmental organizations. Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement will disqualify the 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.

NOTE: A resume-based application method for this position, so you should ensure your qualifications are clearly outlined in your resume. ECQ responses are not required.

The best qualified candidates will be determined by assessing experience, education, awards, performance appraisals, and supervisory evaluations for this position. These assessments will be made against the Executive Core Qualifications and other technical requirements of the position.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The ECQs describe the leadership skills needed to succeed in the SES and provide the focus for OPM certification of executive qualifications.

  • ECQ 1 - Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: 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.
  • ECQ 2 - Driving Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
  • ECQ 3 - Merit and Competence: Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
  • ECQ 4 - Leading People: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward 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.
  • ECQ 5 - Achieving Results: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
Fundamental Competencies - Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation are cross-cutting and provide the foundation for success in each ECQ.

MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs):The following qualifications are required for the incumbent to perform the duties of the position. You must demonstrate all of the MTQs to be rated as eligible for this position.
  • MTQ 1: Demonstrated experience applying a broad range of Federal laws including, but not limited to, the Inspector General Act, as amended, civil and criminal law, confidentiality provisions and whistleblower protection
    guidelines; Attorney General Guidelines for law enforcement, administrative, federal personnel, procurement and appropriations laws; Federal criminal law, Federal rules of criminal procedures, the rules of evidence and
    search and seizure.
  • MTQ 2: Demonstrated experience managing human, financial and information resources strategically, including bringing about strategic change both within and outside an organization to meet organizational goals.

Age Restriction: The date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for original appointment to a law enforcement officer position. This requirement does not apply to a) Preference-eligible veterans; OR b) Individuals who are 37 years of age or older and have previously served in law enforcement officer positions that were covered by a special law enforcement retirement plan.

AND
Medical Requirements: The selectee must pass a pre-appointment physical examination and meet the physical requirements for this position as required by this agency. The duties of this position require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision and hearing are required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Because the duties of this position are exacting, responsible, and sometimes performed under trying conditions, the selectee must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the selectee to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying.

Education


Additional information

Other Information:
- Veterans' Preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service.
- Executive Branch agencies are prohibited by law from accepting or considering political recommendations and are required to return any political recommendations to the sender.
- Relocation expenses will not be paid.
- We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.

- An initial appointment to an SES position is contingent on approval from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board unless the selectee has successfully completed an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program.
- This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.
- In order to comply with Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reporting requirements, Treasury's Common Service Center (TCSC) is asking applicants to complete the Race and National Origin (RNO) information during the application process. This information will be kept confidential and anonymous, and will only be used for demographic reporting purposes.

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.

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/MTQs must be clearly demonstrated in your resume.

We recommend that you emphasize your level of responsibility, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and program accomplishments (including the results of your actions) in your resume.

Initial review of your application will be conducted by a Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements of this position. Qualified applicants will be reviewed by a preliminary rating panel to determine which applicants will advance to the final evaluation round, consisting of a structured interview panel that will assess candidates against the ECQs and MTQs identified in this JOA. After completion of the structured interviews, the rating panelists will recommend the best qualified applicants for certification. If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application will be referred to a selecting official for selection consideration and possible interview.

NOTE: Selectees will be required to participate and receive approval from OPM's Qualification Review Board in order to be approved, as OPM Qualification Review Board certification is required (for competitive eligible applicants). QRB approval is not required for Non-competitive candidates.

Required Documents

Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position.

ALL APPLICANTS (REQUIRED):

1. Resume (ECQ experience and competency level should be listed in your resume). NOTE: Your resume must be 2 pages or less. Human resources personnel will only review the first two pages if resume exceeds the 2-page maximum length. Narrative ECQ/MTQ responses will not be accepted or considered, but you must show how you possess these requirements within the resume narrative.
2. A copy of your most recent supervisory performance appraisal dated within the last year with a final rating.

CURRENT OR PREVIOUS FEDERAL EMPLOYEES OR CANDIDATES THAT HAVE COMPLETED A CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (REQUIRED):
1. If you successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program (CDP), you must submit a copy of your Qualifications Review Board certification.
2. If you are a current, retired, or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, for verification of current or prior Federal employment status, if applicable.

How to Apply

HUD OIG has partnered with the Treasury's Common Service Center (TCSC) to provide certain personnel services to its organization. TCSC's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.

A complete on-line application will require the submission of the following: resume with responses to the mandatory ECQs and MTQs and supporting documentation (see list of required and recommended documents above).

The following instructions outline the application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday
- Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.

The agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • Once the online application is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.

Agency contact information

Applicant Call Center
Phone
304-480-7300
Email
hudiginquiries@fiscal.treasury.gov
Address
OIG, Office of Investigation
Treasury Common Services Center
Parkersburg, WV 26101
US

Next steps

To verify the status of your application:
1. Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login)
2. Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.


For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/
If you wish to make changes/update to your application and the vacancy is still open, click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
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