*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT USPS OIG OR USPIS, IGES OR EXECUTIVE LEVEL 1811 EMPLOYEES ONLY. OTHER APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Duties

The USPS OIG is seeking a highly qualified senior executive level applicant to fill a Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (DAIGI), Inspector General Executive Service (IGES) Band position in the Office of Investigations located in Arlington, VA. The DAIGI serves as the principal advisor to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) in matters relative to field investigations and operations, and headquarters operations. In-Office Requirement: The U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General values collaboration, teamwork, and effective communication to foster our dynamic working and learning environment. The position adheres to our agency's telework policy to facilitate this and requires an in-office presence of at least two days per pay period. Remote work is not available for this role. Candidates will be evaluated on the skills, experience, education and training they possess that directly relate to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Only those candidates who meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements, and who submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM EDST on Friday, September 13, 2024 will be considered. This position is being advertised at the Inspector General Executive Service (IGES) Band level, equivalent to the Senior Executive Service (SES). The salary range for this position is $147,649 - $221,900. Relocation expenses may be paid. May require up to 50 percent travel. Travel Required 50% or less You may be expected to travel for this position. Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations. - Oversees and directs, through subordinate managers and staff, a variety of investigative activities across the country. Applies sound management principles to these activities with an emphasis on quality, timeliness, and efficiency and with the goals of improving the overall effectiveness of the organization. - Provides leadership and guidance in setting the workforce's expected performance levels commensurate with Office of Investigation's strategic objectives. Promotes quality through effective use of the organization's performance management system (e.g., establishing performance standards, appraising staff accomplishments using the developed standards, and taking action to reward, counsel, or remove employees, as appropriate). - Assesses current and future staffing needs based on the Office of Investigation's goals and budget realities. Applies merit principles to develop, select, and manage a diverse workforce. - Oversees the allocation of financial resources and identifies cost-effective solutions to operational issues. Provides support and oversight to the budgetary process, including offering assistance in preparing and justifying a budget and operating the budget under organizational procedures. - Represents and speaks for the Office of Investigations and its work (e.g., presenting, explaining, selling, defending, and negotiating) to those within and outside the Office of the Inspector General (e.g., agency heads and other United States Postal Service executives; corporate executives; the media; clientele and professional groups). Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals and groups; clarifies information; and facilitates an open exchange of ideas. - Establishes and maintains working relationships with internal organizational units (e.g., other program areas and staff support functions). - Develops and enhances alliances with external groups (e.g., other agencies or firms, state and local governments, Congress, and clientele groups). Engages in cross-functional activities and maintains common ground with a widening range of stakeholders. - Works in groups and teams, conducts briefings and other meetings, and gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of different people in a variety of situations, exercising tact and treating others with respect. - Ensures that reports, memoranda, and other documents reflect the position and work of the organization in a clear, convincing, and organized manner.

Requirements

• Must current be classified USPS-OIG or USPIS, IGES or Executive level 1811 Criminal Investigators
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance
• Financial Disclosure Statement Required
• Must be able to pass a drug screening, medical assessment questionnaire and a physical examination.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card
• Selectee will be subject to random drug testing

Qualifications

This is a position in the Inspector General Executive Service (IGES). Note - only current USPS OIG or USPIS, IGES or Executive level 1811's are eligible. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS You must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below. Current USPS-OIG or USPIS, IGES or Executive level 1811's Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Have served in a leadership position in the Federal Law Enforcement 1811 series Criminal Investigator within USPS-OIG or USPIS (You must submit a copy of your current SF-50 or equivalent that verifies your federal law enforcement executive status) Have current experience at the equivalent IGES or Executive Band Level At least 7 years of professional Federal Law Enforcement experience Must have received a satisfactory performance rating on your two most recent performance appraisals (Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023). If a performance appraisal is not available, you must submit a written statement stating the reason (You must submit a copy of your latest two performance appraisal). DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Graduate level education Experience or knowledge of the Inspector General (IG) community Experience or knowledge of the Postal Service and its operations Failure to demonstrate that you meet all of the requirements will result in a score of zero (0). Upon receipt of a zero score, you will be deemed "not minimally qualified," and you will not be referred for further consideration.

Education

Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation here: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred. Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education: Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S. credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities. For further information visit:http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address Office of Investigations 1735 N. Lynn Street Arlington, VA 22209 US
• Name: Vacancy Inquiries
• Email: [email protected]