If you would like to be a part of a Federal organization dedicated to serving our Nation and those who defend it, consider a career with the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG). Our vision is to be a model oversight organization in the Federal Government by leading change, speaking truth, and promoting excellence-a diverse organization, working together as one professional team, recognized as leaders in our field.
Summary
If you would like to be a part of a Federal organization dedicated to serving our Nation and those who defend it, consider a career with the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG). Our vision is to be a model oversight organization in the Federal Government by leading change, speaking truth, and promoting excellence-a diverse organization, working together as one professional team, recognized as leaders in our field.
This position is located in the Alexandria, VA Office of the Deputy Inspector General for Overseas Contingency Operations (DIG-OCO) and reports to a director performing reviews and critical assessments of programs in support of the missions assigned to the ODIG-OIG.
The incumbent serves as a Program Analyst and performs research and analysis duties in support of quarterly reporting and oversight planning responsibilities of the Lead Inspector General mission.
Develops questions and requests for information directed to Federal agencies engaged in overseas contingency operation activities, programs, and activities funded by the United States Government.
Analyzes information related to strategic areas of Security, Stabilization, Support to Mission, Humanitarian Assistance, Governance as well as funding requests, appropriations, expenditures, disbursements, reprogramming activities, contracts, grants and agreements;
Reads and summarizes oversight projects and reports; tracks recommendations, conducts continuous gap and trend analyses and "lessons learned" research related to planned, ongoing, and completed projects and reports; maintains awareness of strategies, policies, regulations, legislation and Congressional interests related to overseas contingency operations.
Drafts well-formulated, accurate, and timely questions, summaries, briefings, reports, and official correspondence that reflect a thorough understanding of the identified topic.
This position has been designated as Non-Critical Sensitive; incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
This position is being filled using 5 U.S. Code § 3161 authority and is available for 13-month increments. This temporary position may be extended beyond the 13-month period based upon performance and the needs of the OIG.
New Hires are required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and are subject to random drug testing for the duration of service with DoD OIG. Organizational entities within the DoD are not required to conduct drug testing for DoD civilian employees transferring or reassignment from one DoD Testing Designated Position (TDP) to another TDP with no break in service within the DoD, unless deemed appropriate on a case-by-case basis by the gaining Component.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Travel to overseas contingency operation locations may be required.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Qualifications
This position requires the following competencies:
Extensive knowledge of DoD and Federal sector objectives, programs, goals, operations, and best practices and private sector management practices to apply them to assigned projects and studies.
Knowledge of DoD organizations, missions, functions, and strategic objectives to conduct and support evaluations
Knowledge of and/or direct experience with the activities related to overseas contingency operations (military, diplomatic, or humanitarian);
Knowledge of and/or direct experience with an oversight agency (audit, evaluations, investigations);
Knowledge of and/or direct experience with budget formulation and review and the Federal budget cycle and activities;
Expert knowledge of qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques to conduct analyses of programs.
Skill in the conceptualization and design of methodologies for evaluations and program reviews.
Expert skill in analyzing data and information to identify issues and develop conclusions and recommendations.
Skill in written and verbal communication to present evaluation findings, brief leadership and negotiate acceptance of corrective action.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with internal staff and external organizations to maintain awareness of ongoing operations and to conduct reviews.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
As a Federal employee, incumbent may elect health insurance, life insurance, participate in the Federal retirement system, and will receive Sick and Annual leave benefits.
The OIG offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience and/or related education as reflected in your resume.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
All documents must be saved as PDFs. You should name your file with your last name, first name, and document name (e.g., Smith, John Cover Letter.pdf). To ensure consideration for employment, submit the following:
Resume.
Please indicate the position or positions you are applying to, valid and current contact information, and include relevant experience/training in private sector, DoD or another federal agency.
ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE 11:59 PM. BY THE CLOSING DATE; INCOMPLETE OR LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
All application materials become property of the office and will not be returned.
Applicants who have relatives and/or family members employed within the DoD OIG must specify the organizational entity or entities in which these individuals are employed.
DODIG - OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
You will receive emails in the evaluation process to notify you of: 1) receipt of your
application; 2) Application forward to Hiring Official; 3) Final disposition of your
application when recruitment is complete.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
All documents must be saved as PDFs. You should name your file with your last name, first name, and document name (e.g., Smith, John Cover Letter.pdf). To ensure consideration for employment, submit the following:
Resume.
Please indicate the position or positions you are applying to, valid and current contact information, and include relevant experience/training in private sector, DoD or another federal agency.
ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE 11:59 PM. BY THE CLOSING DATE; INCOMPLETE OR LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
All application materials become property of the office and will not be returned.
Applicants who have relatives and/or family members employed within the DoD OIG must specify the organizational entity or entities in which these individuals are employed.
DODIG - OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
You will receive emails in the evaluation process to notify you of: 1) receipt of your
application; 2) Application forward to Hiring Official; 3) Final disposition of your
application when recruitment is complete.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
