Clarification from the agency

Current/former Federal employees with competitive/reinstatement eligibility; ICTAP/CTAP eligibles in local commuting area; Veterans' Employment Opportunity Act eligibles; individuals eligible for these non-competitive authorities, 30% or > compensable disabled vets; individuals w/disabilities; present/former Peace Corps (PC) personnel & former PC volunteers.

This position is an expert technical advisor and senior administrator to top agency officials on a broad range of administrative systems and services including budgetary and financial management, procurement, organizational planning/evaluation, records management, administrative support, etc. Additionally, the incumbent serves as the supervisor of administrative and program management support staff within the agency. Due to the nature, mission, and function of the Agency, the incumbent handles highly complex, controversial, and sensitive issues.

• Provides leadership and direction to Office of Investigation's (OI) programs in the formulation and execution of the budget process. Continually reviews financial status throughout the year making decisions on expenditures of any unusual nature, realignment or priorities, and those outside approved budget plans. Direct and oversees the formulation and justification of the budget. Responsible for programming and annual budgeting submissions and ensuring program accomplishments are within budget allocations. Makes recommendations for budget adjustments.

• Serves as staff advisor to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) and executive staff and program managers guiding the formulation and implementation of viable strategic plans, measurement tools, and accountability processes. Assumes a leading role in the development and implementation of strategic plans and options necessary for executive planning and execution.

• Directs and oversees the OI procurement, including the implementation and dissemination of policies, procedures, and program guidance. Responsible for promoting management efficiency, effectiveness, and economy per OIG and Departmental policies, regulations, standards, and mission. Coordinates the preparation of procurement and contract services, proposals, reports, and memoranda, which cross organizational lines or do not fall within the functional province of any one office.

• Responsible for the technical and administrative supervision of professional, technical, clerical, and/or administrative work to carry out the mission of the organization. Determines acceptability, rejection, or correction of contractor work.

• Oversees the administration of OI office facilities. This includes all telecommunications, space management, space planning, supplies, equipment, property accountability, mail and correspondence, maintenance, record management, publications, and subscriptions, etc. Institutes correspondence policy, procedures, and practices throughout the organization.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Requires a supervisory probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
• Subject to financial disclosure requirements.
• Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
• Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level.

Qualifications

For GS-15: Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level GS-14 in the Federal Service.

Specialized Experience is the experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform the duties of the position successfully, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.

Qualifying specialized experience includes the following:

• Demonstrated experience directing a policy and compliance division within a federal law enforcement organization, including redesigning internal workflows and implementing data-driven decision-making frameworks to measurably improve organizational efficiency, government oversight, and process standardization across operational and administrative functions.
• Proven ability to manage the full range of administrative operations - including procurement and contracting, budget formulation and execution, staffing planning, and risk management - in support of a federal law enforcement organization with a workforce of 75 or more special agents. Experience encompasses strategic resource allocation, personnel resourcing, and ensuring operational readiness across all administrative functions.
• Experience leading teams of professional staff in classified programs and sensitive operational environments, with a track record of applying sound judgment, executive-level discretion, and strategic planning to advance mission objectives while maintaining compliance with applicable security and regulatory requirements.

• No Relocation Incentives will be offered.
• No Permanent Change of Station Incentives will be offered.
• This position is outside the Bargaining Unit.
• This position will not be filled until the Department's Placement Assistance Programs have been fully utilized.

How you will be evaluated

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

Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:

• Administration and Management
• Contracting/Procurement
• Financial Management
• Human Capital Management
• Leadership
• Strategic Thinking

Click here for evaluation details. You may preview questions for this vacancy here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12967676The information you provide may be verified by a review of your paid, unpaid, and volunteer, as it demonstrates the competencies or skills required for the position to be filled. Your evaluation may include an interview, reference checks, or other assessment conducted by HR specialists, subject matter experts, or panel members and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc.). The examining Office of Human Resources (OHR) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your vacancy question responses. If not, the OHR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume.

INFORMATION FOR CTAP ELIGIBLE(S) ONLY: If you are eligible for special priority selection under CTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration. CTAP eligible(s) will be considered well-qualified if they attain at least a rating score of 85 in a numerical rating scheme. Be sure to review the eligibility questions to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP eligible and submit supporting documentation.

The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date.

Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of time-in-grade (52 weeks at the next lower grade), time-after-competitive-appointment (90 days), and minimum qualifications (52 weeks equivalent to the next lower grade in federal service). These requirements must be met within 30 days of 06/02/2026, the announcement closing date.

Please Note: Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met and reflect your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure, and the type of appointment (i.e. competitive/excepted). In some cases, you may need to submit more than one SF-50.

The following documents are required from all applicants (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY):

• STATUS FEDERAL EMPLOYEE: If applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service, please provide a copy of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action which shows your appointment eligibility for the position for which you are applying. Your SF-50 must identify the highest grade you held on a permanent basis, Pay Plan/Pay Schedule, Series, Grade/Pay Band, and career status. Multiple SF-50 may be submitted to demonstrate your highest previous rate and eligibility.

*WARNING: An award SF-50 (ex. cash or time off award) may not indicate grade, step, and competitive status. For current DOL employees, an award SF-50 DOES NOT indicate grade and step.

• Resumes are required - provide a resume either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one from your computer and USAJOBS profile. To receive full consideration for relevant and specialized experience, please list the month, year, and the number of work hours worked for the experience listed on your resume. We also suggest that you preview the vacancy questions and confirm that your resume supports your question responses.
• Most recent performance appraisal/evaluation signed and dated within 18 months is requested by the agency but will not disqualify candidates if not submitted. If not submitted during the application process, one may/will be requested at the time of the interview if the opportunity is extended. *In most cases, ICTAP/CTAP applicants must submit this document - please see ICTAP/CTAP links below for more details.

The following documents are required if applicable:

• Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) Eligibility. Click/Review these ICTAP/CTAP links to confirm what must be submitted as proof that the requirement has been met.
• DD-214 - verifying military service, eligibility for consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA), and showing the character of discharge (ex. Member Copy 4 and 2 are acceptable vs. Copy 1 which is not acceptable to adjudicate veteran's preference)

Special/Non-Competitive Appointing Authority Documents

• Applicants who are eligible for consideration, and wish to be considered, under one of the following non-competitive hiring authorities must submit appropriate documentation (click on the links below to see the documentation requirements): (a) Persons with Severe Disabilities (SCHEDULE A) (b) 30% or More Compensable Disabled Veterans (DAV) (c) Former Peace Corps Volunteers (PCV) OR AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteers OR Current or Former Peace Corps Employees (PCE) (d) Military Spouses (MISP) (e) Other
• Land Management Eligible(s): a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent) proving your eligibility for appointment under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act. This service must have been performed in competitive service, under a time-limited appointment in a Land Management Agency, as defined by P.L. 114-328. For more information, click here.
• Unofficial Transcript(s) (in English) - If you are using education as a basis for qualifying for this position, you must submit all applicable academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements (ex. BA/BS, MA, JD, Ph.D., etc.). If specific coursework is required to qualify, you must supply an unofficial transcript from each academic institution in which the required courses were taken in order to receive credit. You may upload your unofficial transcript(s) as one document with a maximum size limit of 5 MB.

NOTE: The OFFICIAL Transcript(s) MUST BE RECEIVED, if you are selected, and prior to receiving the firm offer with a start date.Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience but may be submitted.

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