The incumbent serves as a Management and Program Analyst in the Quality Integrity Group (QIG). QIG is responsible for conducting internal investigations of OIG personnel and conducting internal quality control reviews and vulnerability assessments of audit, investigative, inspection, and administrative activities.

Duties

The Inspector General for the Department of Education (Department) heads an independent and objective organization responsible for audit, investigation, and other services related to programs and operations of the Department. The Inspector General provides leadership and coordination and recommends policies for activities designed to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of programs and operations, as well as to prevent and detect fraud and abuse in such programs and operations. The Inspector General is the principal advisor to the Secretary of Education on the above matters and is responsible for keeping the Secretary and Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of the Department’s programs and operations and the necessity for and progress of corrective action.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• You must complete a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• Males over the age of 18 must register with the Selective Service.
• Top Secret Clearance required.
• Requires a financial disclosure statement.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

Qualifications

You may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-14 if you possess: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-13) in federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position (see description below). Specialized Experience for the GS-14: One year of specialized experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-13 performing the three (3) following duties or work assignments: Knowledge and experience applying OMB Circular No. A-123 and the Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book) sufficient to conducting internal control assessment; designing methodologies for determining the extent of compliance with rules and regulations or measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of systems of internal control; and analyzing and communicating impactful recommendations on highly complex or sensitive issues. Writing clear and accurate reports and providing oral presentations to communicate objectives, conclusions, findings, and recommendations. Developing and lead high performing and motivated teams. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs, as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement). Knowledge and experience applying OMB Circular No. A-123 and the Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book) sufficient to conducting internal control assessments. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods sufficient to design methodologies for determining the extent of compliance with rules and regulations or measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of systems of internal control. Knowledge and experience conducting risk assessments and internal control assessments and analyzing and communicating impactful recommendations on highly complex or sensitive issues. Ability to understand, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and other requirements when conducting internal control assessments, risk assessments, or other work activities. Strong oral and written communication skills, sufficient to writing clear and accurate reports and skill in effectively communicating tactfully and diplomatically with officials at various organizational levels. Ability to develop and lead high performing, motivated teams. Knowledge and demonstrated ability in applying enterprise risk management practices, methods, and techniques.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience for this position and grade level.

Contacts

• Address EDUCATION-OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL 550 12th Street, S.W. Attn: OIG Human Resources Washington, District of Columbia 20202 United States
• Name: Teresa Dargan
• Phone: (202) 987-0442
• Email: [email protected]