The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an auditor at U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Headquarters USSOCOM providing independent joint professional auditing services globally for a wide range of organizations, programs, systems, activities, and functions which ensure Major Force Program (MFP)-11 funding, acquisitions, personnel, contracting, purchasing, operations, and other resources to support USSOCOM, Special Operations Forces (SOF) Components, and etc.

Duties

Plans and conducts independent audits of policies, programs, and operations covering a wide range of subjects for the multi-mission, joint service organizations of USSOCOM and develops audit programs to evaluate compliance with USSOCOM, DOD, service directives, polices, and guidance. Independently executes audit procedures and methodology as an individual, part of a team, or a team lead on a multi-mission joint-service audit. Plans and develops audit procedures to evaluate internal controls of USSOCOM organizations. Prepares audit reports, special project results, or assists in writing complex audit reports, which present U.S. Special Operations Command-wide audit findings and cite applicable laws, regulations and policies. Uses causative situations, team audit input and other audit techniques to validate and document audit findings and management accomplishments and significant problems. Performs other assigned tasks and special projects. Provides technical advice and assistance in areas of broad scope and mission impact. Supports Headquarters, U.S. Special Operations Command, Component Commands, and Theater Special Operations Commands, and service components in quality management initiatives. Incumbent is responsible to ensure the core classified national information protection security disciplines of information are fully covered from a policy and programmatic view point to ensure overall information protection requirements meet mission requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• At a minimum, qualification requirements stipulated by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management for the 0511 occupational series must be met
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• Required to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
• This position is designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force civilian drug testing program.
• This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d.
• Superior Qualifications and Accrual Leave incentives will be considered
• Recruitment and Relocation incentives will be considered

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. Basic Requirements Degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration or accounting. OR Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours. In addition to the Individual Occupational Requirements listed above, you must also meet the qualification requirement listed below. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes professional knowledge of the theory, practices, methods, and techniques of accounting and auditing that are commonly used within each service branch (Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps) at the Major Command level, and unit level for installations that have Special Operation Forces; knowledge of organizational and program practices, policies, and functions. Knowledge is sufficient to independently plan, conduct, and analyze evaluations of command operational programs, or financial operations and their related accounting systems. Skill in planning and developing the audit, interpreting findings, and developing or modifying techniques to resolve a broad variety of problems. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Professional comprehensive knowledge of the principles, theories, techniques, and practices of accounting, management, and auditing to independently plan and conduct evaluations of financial accounts, special access programs, and/or management operations and controls. Knowledge of current trends and developments in the auditing profession with the government, public accounting firms, and industry. Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards, agency practices, policies, and functions. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and techniques of statistical sampling. Skill in planning and developing the audit, interpreting findings, and developing and modifying methods and techniques to resolve a variety of issues. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; conduct interviews; and maintain good working relationships. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address SOCOM 7701 Tampa Point Blvd MacDill AFB, FL 33621 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]