The Office of the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community (IC IG) was established within the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) by the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010. The IC IG's organizational divisions include Audit, Investigations, Inspections and Evaluations, Mission Support Division, the Center for Protected Disclosures, and Counsel to the Inspector General.

Duties

The Center for Protected Disclosures (the Center) receives and processes whistleblower reports and supports whistleblower protections. The Center includes the IC IG's Hotline Program, which receives and processes allegations of waste, fraud, and abuse in the programs and activities subject to the IC IG's jurisdiction. The Hotline Program also processes allegations of "Urgent Concerns" filed pursuant to the Intelligence Community Whistleblower Protection Act. The Center administers requests by employees and contractors in the Intelligence Community for the IC IG to review their allegations of reprisal under Presidential Policy Directive 19, Protecting Whistleblowers with Access to Classified Information (PPD-19). Support in the management and coordination of strategic and tactical projects, execute action taskings associated with assigned projects, and provide project status and reporting. As directed coordinate, compile, and organize all essential information and materials to assist the Hotline Manager in the execution of daily mission objectives. As directed, coordinate operational and administrative matters, review and research issues, and develop initial solutions and options; maintain situational awareness of issues affecting organizational equities and the status of multiple projects. Receive in-depth telephonic and in-person complaints; review and catalog written correspondence regarding allegations received through the Hotline. Evaluate allegations and consider all relevant aspects of the matter such as the credibility of the source; the evidence that a violation of law, regulation, or standards of conduct has occurred; the cost effectiveness of a formal inquiry and potential benefit to the Government; and the potential for adverse effect to the ODNI and to the Government. Independently determine appropriate action to be taken, e.g., close without action, refer to other Federal agency, or refer for IC IG or ODNI component inquiry, audit, inspection, criminal investigation. Conduct preliminary inquiries when the information in the initial allegation appears to have merit but is neither sufficient nor clear enough to warrant additional action. Fully develop information by making the necessary in-person and telephonic contacts and/or by obtaining the necessary documents in order to determine the future course of action. Ensure protection of Hotline sources' confidentiality to the maximum extent possible by implementing strict internal controls. Independently manage workload, giving special attention to priorities and suspense's; bring to the Hotline Manager's attention significant cases, such as those which involve public safety or senior level officials. Prepare written correspondence to record in-person intakes, routine administrative forms, referral memoranda to ODNI Components and other Federal agencies, and complainant acknowledgment, when appropriate. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen residing in the United States
• Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance based on an SBI with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI)
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.

Qualifications

Knowledge of the ODNI, IC agencies' mission, organization, collection and production responsibilities, as well as ODNI and IC administrative policies, procedures, and authorities. Knowledge of IC information management security guidelines, document storage, and classification guidelines. Knowledge of mission area daily operational topics, capabilities, and strategic intent, as well as project management concepts and principles. Oral and written skills to communicate effectively with key stakeholders throughout the IC and United States Government. Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex information from multiple sources. Interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to develop working relationships and networks with internal and external managers and staff.

Contacts

• Address CENTER FOR PROTECTED DISCLOSURES Director Of National Intelligence Washington, DC 20511 US
• Name: Vacancy Team ODNI
• Email: [email protected]