Clarification from the agency

Current on-board indefinite or permanent federal employees within the Kansas National Guard. -To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50) reflecting your Tenure in Block 24 (1, 2, or 3).

As an Inspector General GS-1801-13, you will serve as a principal confidential representative and advisor to The Adjutant General (TAG). The primary purpose of this position is to provide TAG with a continuing assessment of operational and administrative effectiveness of the Command. Provides technical guidance and advice to commanders including conducting inspections, investigations, inquiries and providing continuity, coordination and control in the effective execution of s/t/dc national guard units. The IG provides the full range of IG support services to all assigned personnel and their families.

Conditions of employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Irregular and overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle and if so, an appropriate valid driver’s license is required.
• Employee must be a citizen of the United States by birth or naturalization.
• This is a temporary position for 2 years, maybe extended up to a total of 4 years, an ETP must be completed and approved by NGB- J1 to exceed 4 years.
• The temporary position must be terminated 60 days after an active component SIG appointment date; if the position was filled as a temporary promotion the employee must be reverted back to their previous appointment within 60 days.
• Position designated as Essential and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• Duties/responsibilities of job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; knowledge of applicable laws, directives, regulations, policies, and procedures; skill in interpersonal communications, empathy, and effective listening; ability to organize thoughts, research materials, and manage case projects; skill in comprehending and interpreting directives and laws; ability to enunciate without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communications; ability to write reports and presentation formats; and ability to communicate -orally and in writing- clearly and effectively.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have knowledge of systems and processes that affect the working of the United States Army and Air Force National Guard Commands. Thorough knowledge of civil, military, and administrative aspects of governing laws and regulations. Experience applying practices, theories, techniques, and systemic inspection methodology to the assigned inspection area and ensure such are following Department of the Army and Air Force Inspector General inspection guidelines. Subject matter expertise to properly review the work of assigned inspectors for complete accuracy. Capable of identifying positive and negative issues, analyzing and evaluating inspection areas, determining root causes, and developing viable findings, recommendations, or observations concerning the results of the inspection. Knowledge of all aspects of the elements, investigative techniques, and standards of proof pertaining to fraud, waste and abuse, and abuse of authority by individuals in grades up to GS-15 and Colonel.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIORNMENT: The work is primarily sedentary in nature, although occasional physical effort may be required. Occasional standing for long periods of time, stooping and bending may be encountered during some inspections/inquiries/investigations within depots, manufacturing, storage, or other industrial areas, and may involve moderate risks or discomforts. During these times, protective clothing, gear, and observance of safety precautions are required. Work normally involves use of a personal computer for five to six hours per day. Employee will occasionally be required to travel by airplane and automobile to accomplish the duties of this position for periods of time. The work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, ventilation, and environmental control.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Must successfully graduate from the U.S. Army Inspector General School and maintain certification in accordance with this regulation, must be in enrolled in the training with-in one year of appointment, and practice IG attributes as mandatory requirements for continued employment as an Army IG.

Any serious criminal activity, to include drug use, will result in the immediate removal of an employee from IG duty and loss of access to IGARS and IGNET.

This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) when a top-secret clearance is required. The employee is subject to random drug testing. Pre-employment drug testing and participation in random drug testing is a condition of employment. Note: The caveat is that the States, Territories, and the District of Columbia cannot drug test until a drug free workplace policy has been established and approved by the United States Department of Health and Human Services.

Employee must have moral attributes and personal traits that demonstrate adherence to Army and Air Force Values, and the Army Civilian Corps Creed.

Employee must have no record of criminal punishment except for minor offenses or derogatory information contained in IG records as screened by the USAIGA and SAF-IG. 12. Applicants referred for consideration will be subject to a database check against the Army Inspector General Action Request (IGARS) and the Air Force Complaints Resolution (ACTS) databases to screen for adverse information, substantiated allegations, and ongoing IG investigations. A social security number (SSN) and current resume is required to conduct the background investigation; applicants must supply their SSN when asked by the hiring authority.

How you will be evaluated

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

PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC WHEN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

NUMERIC CATEGORY:?Applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be placed in a numeric group based upon ranking factors such as knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors as reflected in their application package.

Numeric category ratings are:

Highly-Qualified: To be highly-qualified, an applicant substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, including all selective placement factors and are fully competent to effectively perform all the job requirements in the position almost immediately with minimum training or orientation;

Well-Qualified:?To be well qualified, an applicant meets the minimum qualifications of the position and is proficient in most, but not all, of the requirements of the position. May require some training or orientation to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position;

Qualified: To be qualified, an applicant meets the minimum qualifications of the position and is proficient in some, but not all, of the position's requirements. Will require extensive training or orientation to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.

If you fail to properly upload ANY required document, your application will not be considered. Please carefully review which documents are required. Preview all uploaded documents to ensure you uploaded the CORRECT document.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Resume: Resumes must be no longer than two-pages in length. The resume must address minimum qualifications and other requirements listed in the job announcement. Your resume must show relevant work experience descriptions that demonstrate your ability to perform the tasks at the required level as stated in the job announcement. Resume must include job title and employer, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates with month/year, hours per week and salary. For current Federal employees or previous Federal employees, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade. Resume must show applicants name and contact information.

2. For current Federal employees: Provide the latest SF50, Personnel Action reflecting your current pay and position.

3. Official Transcripts: For any education claims. (If applicable)

4. Veterans Preference Documentation (if applicable):

1. You must submit a copy of your DD Form-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty", showing the dates of active duty service, type of discharge and the character of service. Alternatively, If you are a current military member in active duty service and do not have a copy of your DD Form-214, you must submit a written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application for this position. The certification should also include your rank, dates of active duty service and what the condition of discharge is thought to be.

2. If claiming 10-point preference and/or are a 30% or more Disabled Veteran, you must submit both a DD Form-214 or expected discharge documentation as described above AND a copy of a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or your branch of service certifying the presence of service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of disability

3. If you are claiming eligibility based on 10-point derived veterans' preference (i.e. a spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran claiming veterans' preference when the veteran is unable to use it), you must also submit a Standard Form 15 (SF-15) "Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference" and any required documents indicated on the SF-15 to substantiate the claimed preference.

4. DoD Retained Grade preference must submit the following documentation (if applicable):

Retained Grade PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD3145-1), SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status, and a copy of the notification letter received (RIF or classification downgrade)

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