Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigations Job in Washington, DC

Vacancy No. OIG-SES-2025-0001 Department Office of Inspector General
Salary $147,649.00 to $221,900.00 Grade 00 to 00
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/16/2024 Close Date 11/13/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington, DC


Summary

The Office of Inspector General (OIG), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) works to promote efficiency and effectiveness, and prevent or stop waste, fraud, and abuse in the DOT. The Inspector General Act of 1978 gives the Office of Inspector General autonomy to do its work without interference. OIG carries out its mission by issuing audit reports, evaluations, management advisories, and other products with findings and recommendations to improve program delivery and performance.

Duties

Under the authority of the Inspector General Act of 1978, and under the general direction of the Deputy Inspector General and the Principal Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (PAIGI), you will be responsible for the overall management, direction and coordination of regional/field investigative activities and headquarters functions relating to Department of Transportation (DOT) programs, contractors, and alleged improprieties on the part of Departmental employees. You will be responsible for the coordination of fraud prevention, detection, and investigation efforts with DOT Operating Administrations, state and local governments, and DOT grantees regarding aviation safety, contract/grant fraud, illegal transportation of hazardous materials and/or Federal Motor Carrier fraud crimes. You will coordinate the development of investigative policies to continually improve investigative techniques and to improve the coverage, quality, and effectiveness of investigative reports.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • This position requires a top secret clearance.
  • Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
  • Medical examination (fitness) and drug testing required.
  • Public Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278e) is required within 30 days.
  • Required to carry a firearm or ammunition. Annual certification required.

Persons newly appointed to an SES position will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

As a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service (SES), you must show in your resume evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and that is directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications listed below.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs):  You must address the following technical qualifications clearly in your resume.

  1. Demonstrated executive-level experience in law enforcement related activities including the following: arrests, search warrants, electronic surveillance, consensual monitoring, undercover operations, emergency operations, protective operations, information management, and computer forensics and the use of information technology as an investigative tool.
  2. Demonstrated executive-level experience leading, directing, and monitoring a comprehensive criminal or administrative investigative program. This may involve broad and complex issues of fraud, waste, abuse, or misconduct by senior officials throughout a large geographically dispersed professional workforce.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):  Below are descriptions of the ECQs that must be clearly described in your resume.

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.  Creativity & Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking and Vision.

ECQ 2 – LEADING PEOPLE: 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.  Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, and Team Building.

ECQ 3 – RESULTS DRIVEN: 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.  Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving and Technical Credibility.

ECQ 4 – BUSINESS ACUMEN: The ability to manage human, financial, material, and information resources strategically.  Financial Management, Technology Management, and Human Capital Management.

ECQ 5BUILDING COALITIONS/COMMUNICATIONS: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organization, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.  Influencing/Negotiating, oral Communication, Partnering, and Political Savvy.

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES:  The following competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications:  Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation.

Additional information about the SES and Executive Core Qualifications can be found on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) website (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/).

Additional information

Selective Service System:  If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959,  you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.  Please see http://www.sss.gov for additional information.

Background Investigation:  This position requires a Top Secret security clearance and is designated as critical-sensitive, requiring that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish security eligibility.

Financial Disclosure:  This position is covered under the Ethics in Government Act, which requires comprehensive financial disclosures from employees. The appointee will be required to file a Public Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278e), within 30 days after his/her appointment, and then annually thereafter.

All applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, political affiliation, union affiliation or non affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical handicap, or any other non-merit reason.

The Office of Inspector General (OIG), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is an equal opportunity employer.

Veteran's preference is not applicable to positions in the Senior Executive Service.

Benefits

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.

An SES Executive Resources Board will evaluate your application based on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education.  Applicants determined to be highly qualified may undergo an interview and a reference check.

If selected, you must be certified by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before you can be appointed to the position, unless you are a current career SES member, a former career SES member with reinstatement eligibility, or an SES Candidate Development Program graduate already certified by OPM.


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Required Documents

Please submit the following documents by the closing date in order to be considered for this position:

  • Resume - The resume you submit should not exceed five (5) pages.  Any information submitted in excess of five (5) pages WILL NOT be considered.  The resume must provide evidence of how you possess the two (2) Technical Qualifications and the five (5) Executive Core Qualifications.
  • SF-50 - If you are a current, retired, or former Federal employee, please submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action form.  Do not submit an SF-50 that is for an award.
  • Candidate Development Program Certificate - If you are a graduate of an SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and certified by OPM, please submit a copy of your certification for non-competitive eligibility consideration.  You must meet all technical qualifications.

You will be directed to fax or upload documents at the www.usajobs.gov site to attach to your application for this position. If you select the fax option, please use the required covered sheet and follow the instructions provided.

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

The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME ONLY.  Within your resume, you should address all the Technical Qualifications (2) and Executive Core Qualifications (5).

Applications submitted via WWW.USAJOBS.GOV must be received before midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. No extensions will be granted. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE on-line resume, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Please make sure your resume is detailed and you have highlighted your most relevant experience for this position (to include starting and ending dates of employment for each position held).  If you fail to provide this information, it may result in you being rated "ineligible" or "not qualified" for this position.

If applying on-line poses a hardship to any applicant, the Servicing Personnel Office listed on the announcement will provide assistance to ensure that applications are submitted on-line by the closing date. Applicants must contact the Servicing Human Resources Office PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who can provide assistance for on-line submission. Requests for extensions will not be granted.

Agency contact information

Martin R. Conterez
Address
DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE
W71-145
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
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Next steps

Once your complete 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. You will be notified of your application status by the servicing human resources specialist via e-mail.  It is essential that you have a current e-mail address on file and remove any restrictions from your e-mail account that may prohibit our contacting you via e-mail.  You may also check the status of your application at WWW.USAJOBS.OPM.GOV.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.