Summary
Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit and investigative tasks required in evaluating performance and financial activities of the U.S. House of Representatives (House). All work is performed in compliance with the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Policies and Procedures Manual and appropriate professional standards. All duties are performed in the highest ethical manner, while exhibiting the OIG Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, and Innovation.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
U.S. citizens, nationals, or those that owe allegiance to the U.S are eligible to apply to this posting. Other Requirements: U.S. Citizenship or National; Must be eligible for and maintain a minimum Secret security clearance; Pre-employment Criminal History Records Check and fingerprinting is required; Drug testing-designated position. Pre-employment drug screening is required; and Must reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C. area.
Duties
- Independently plan and perform audit and investigative objectives related to House administrative and financial operations to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and House administrative processes, the economy and efficiency of operations, and to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse.
- Independently use tools such as ACL, Visio, Excel and investigative tools; analyze the data produced and translate that data into validated audit issues.
- Independently perform assigned audit tasks, including collecting and analyzing relevant audit documents/data, and performing complex analysis to identify potential audit issues, causes, and solutions.
- Assess the risk and significance to House operations of issues identified from assigned audit objectives.
- Conduct meetings, interviews, and briefings.
- Produce work products to include audit work papers and briefing documents.
- Brief team lead and supervisors on work performed, audit issues identified, and any unexpected delays or problems.
- Stay apprised of current audit techniques, issues, and trends in administrative and financial operations. Is a subject matter expert for the Performance, Financial Audits & Investigations (PFI) Division in at least one administrative or financial area.
- Identify potential audit topics for the PFI Division as part of the annual audit planning process and write corresponding fact sheets.
- Contribute to improving the PFI Division and the OIG office through efforts such as identifying and implementing new or improved processes, techniques, and tools as well as sharing knowledge and providing assistance.
Other Duties:
- Propose personal training and development plans.
- Provide assistance to contractors as assigned.
- Participate in special projects and other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Work Environment and Location. The work is usually performed in an office environment. The work is primarily sedentary but there may be some walking in, to, and/or from House Office Buildings or facilities of the Capitol Complex in Washington, D.C.
The Official Work Site for the OIG is the Capitol Complex, specifically the Ford House Office Building. Telework/telecommuting may be available for staff, depending on the position and at the sole discretion of the IG, but only to the extent that the work is done within the Greater Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area.
NOTE: To be employed by a House office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must: 1) Be a U.S. citizen; 2) Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B); 3) Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or 4) Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).
This is a Legislative Branch appointment. Current U.S. Federal employees selected for hire from another Federal branch of government (Executive, Judicial) must resign from Federal service in their current branch to be appointed to a position in the Legislative branch.
Qualifications
Experience:
Extensive experience in planning and performing performance and financial audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and administrative processes, the economy and efficiency of operations, and to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse. Knowledge of investigative tools and techniques.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Knowledge of GAO Government Auditing Standards;
- Knowledge of risk assessment concepts;
- Knowledge and understanding of work management concepts;
- Communicate complex ideas/facts clearly in a well-organized manner and actively listen;
- Examine situations using facts; draw unbiased conclusions;
- Ability to display understanding, courtesy, respect, and tact in various interactions; establish and maintain positive working relationships, contribute to organizational effectiveness, and implement conflict management;
- Collaborate with others, facilitate achievement of goals, and share information and provide assistance in team efforts;
- Apply skills, methods, and tools; gather and analyze data; and
- Influence others to maximize efforts towards achievement of a goal.
Education
- An undergraduate degree and 24 semester hours* of accounting is required.
*May include up to 6 semester hours in business law.
- An applicable graduate degree or one professional certification is preferred. An advanced degree or professional certification(s) may be required for promotion. Qualifying certifications include: CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP, and CGFM.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Candidates whose resume indicates the level of experience necessary and the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and who also meet the education requirements will be given preference.
Required Documents
A resume and cover letter ONLY. Do NOT send transcripts, copies of degrees or certifications, references, etc.
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
ALL applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter, on or before the closing date, which clearly presents the applicant's experience, knowledge, and education to meet the requirements of the position. Submit your resume and cover letter via email ONLY to OIGResumes@mail.house.gov.
Reference our vacancy announcement ID, "IG-24-03 PFI-OPM", in the Subject Line of your email. Do NOT send transcripts, copies of degrees or certifications, references, etc. Do NOT send Veteran's preference documents to the OIGResumes email account.
FOR VETERAN'S PREFERENCE APPLICANTS ONLY: Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA). Applicants who are also seeking veteran's preference consideration should send a separate email directly to susan.kozubski@mail.house.gov to request the form and instructions to apply for veteran's preference at the U.S. House of Representatives. The completed veteran's preference form and supporting documentation must be received on or before the closing date of the vacancy announcement. For additional information on VEOA in the U.S. House of Representatives, please call Susan Kozubski at (202) 225-1133.
Next steps
When your email is received in the OIGResumes@mail.house.gov email inbox, our system will generate an automated response acknowledging receipt of your email.
NOTE: Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted further.
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