Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Inspections and Evaluations

Consistently ranked as among the best places to work in the Department of the Interior (DOI), and the top 10% of all agency subcomponents, the Office of Inspector General is an independent and objective unit within DOI working to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness and to prevent and detect waste, fraud and abuse within the DOI. We offer exceptional work-life benefits, including flexible work schedules, ample training opportunities, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.

Major duties

This position is with the Office of Inspector General, Office of Audits, Inspections, and Evaluations, responsible for the development, direction, and implementation of a broad, comprehensive review program covering audits, inspections, and evaluations of all Department of the Interior (DOI) and Insular Area Governments' programs and activities in terms of (a) economy, efficiency, effectiveness, and equity; (b) internal controls, financial reporting, and compliance with laws and regulations; and (c) program results. As the Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Inspections and Evaluations, ES-0343-00, you will perform the following major duties: Establishes inspection and evaluation organizational goals and develops long and short-range plans to attain these goals, including appropriately allocating resources and advocating when additional resources might be needed to meet operational and emergency needs. This includes recommending organizational changes to improve operations, including revisions of basic structure, allocation of resources and key subordinate positions, as needed; Establishes inspection and evaluation priorities through strategic planning; assigning projects that are relevant and formulated to promote meaningful change within the DOI and monitoring the progress of those efforts; and, keeping the Acting Inspector General and her immediate office apprised on the status of relevant issues related to the work. Directs the development of the annual inspection and evaluation plan, using a data driven approach and focusing on high risk/high impact projects; Provides guidance and direction to inspection and evaluation teams and ensures timely completion by holding staff accountable to meet approved milestones; Develops project ideas, determining the most effective and efficient approach to be followed in the performance of the projects, and monitoring progress; Ensures the inspections and evaluations are pursued, documented and finalized in accordance with the applicable standards, including the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation, evaluation guidelines established by the Office of Management and Budget, and applicable standards set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), or other recognized professional associations; When designated, serves in the Assistant Inspection General for Audits, Inspections and Evaluations in the management of AIE, and initiates action, as appropriate, to continually improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the AIE through the use of new business or technological measures, processes, techniques or strategies; Fosters and promotes effective communication within the organization, both horizontally and vertically. Ensures Departmental senior level management are appropriately informed of AIE activity. Collaborates with peers within DOI OIG, and across the CIGIE community; Reviews existing and proposed legislation or regulations and policies to determine the effect on the efficiency and effectiveness of OIG inspection and evaluation programs, and makes recommendations, as appropriate.

Qualifications

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs).

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

• TQ 1: Demonstrated experience leading the development and execution of an inspection and evaluation annual work plan. Experience must include: (1) taking a data-driven, risk-based approach to identifying program areas or issues where coverage is needed; (2) developing appropriate objectives, scope, and methodology; and (3) incorporating innovative procedures.
• TQ 2: Demonstrated experience managing, supervising, coordinating, and conducting relevant, timely, and high-quality inspections and evaluations that assessed the economy, efficiency, and results related to Federal programs and operations. Experience must include ensuring such inspections and evaluations are conducted in accordance with the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency's (CIGIE) Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: At least 5 (five) years of experience in Federal oversight. Ideally, this experience would be relevant to the oversight work of an Office of Inspector General including experience addressing complex inspections and evaluations of federal programs. Demonstrated experience ensuring that inspection and evaluation reports meet organizational quality standards, are issued according to established timelines, contain actionable recommendations, and include structured follow-up to ensure resolution and formal closure. Desirable qualifications will not be used to assess whether applicants meet the minimum qualification requirements for the position; rather, they are used solely to help rate and rank eligible candidates.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs:

• ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a 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 - This core qualification involves the 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 - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
• ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the 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 - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Additional information on the ECQs is available at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at this level.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen. Initial SES Career Appointee is subject to one-year SES probationary period. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests. File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)