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Summary

The Office of Inspector General (OIG), works within the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to promote efficiency and effectiveness, and prevent or stop waste, fraud and abuse in departmental programs. We do this through audits and investigations. OIG also consults with the Congress about programs in progress and proposed new laws and regulations. The Inspector General Act of 1978 gives the Office of Inspector General autonomy to do its work without interference. OIG carries out its mission by issuing audit reports, evaluations, management advisories, and other products with findings and recommendations to improve program delivery and performance.

The Office of Investigations within the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking students interested in gaining a competitive edge and marketable experience through an opportunity with the Federal Government. The DOT spends billions of dollars on programs, contracts and grants every year. Ensuring effective and efficient program performance and minimizing waste and abuse through sound management practices is an ongoing challenge for DOT. The Inspector General’s (IG) Office of Investigations conducts criminal and administrative reviews of DOT’s direct contracts and the contracts of DOT grant recipients. The IG’s office of Investigations also conducts criminal investigations concerning the departments regulated entities safety compliance. As a member of this group, you will learn about DOT’s mission and lines of business, become informed on Federal programmatic and acquisition policies and regulations, and are introduced to the Federal criminal investigative process.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL LIKE VACANCIES IN THE ANNOUNCED DUTY LOCATION.

NATURE OF THE APPOINTMENT: This is an unpaid student internship opportunity under the DOT-OIG Student Volunteer Pilot Program. Extensions to this appointment may occur, but there is no guarantee of extension.

PLEASE NOTE THIS VACANCY IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT ON THE CLOSING DATE OR AT MIDNIGHT ON THE DAY WE RECEIVE THE 100^TH APPLICATION, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.

You are encouraged to read this announcement in its entirety for instructions on how to apply.

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Overview

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Reviewing applications

Open & closing dates

11/30/2017 to 12/15/2017

Salary: $0 to - $0 without compensation

Pay scale & grade: GS 00

Location

Few vacancies in the following location:

Washington DC, DC

FEW vacancies

Travel Required: Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Appointment type: Internships - Not-To-Exceed 180-days from start date, but may be extended without further posting.

Work schedule: Full-time - This opportunity is being offered as a part-time or full-time unpaid internship

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Promotion potential

Job family (Series)

0099 General Student Trainee

Supervisory status: No

Announcement number: JI-1-2018-0003

Control number: 485591600

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Duties

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In our student volunteer position, you will participate in various phases of the investigative process such as planning, research, analysis, and some field work. As a student volunteer, you will also experience and collaborate with the various other groups that support an IG investigation effort, such as legal and legislative staff, auditors, and statisticians. You will be afforded opportunities to interact with and learn about the various administrations that comprise the DOT. As a student volunteer, you will gain enhanced skills and knowledge, and acquire hands-on experience and insight into the role of Federal agencies and the criminal justice process. Your student volunteer experience will provide resume and skill building opportunities in a top Federal agency with the mission of serving the transportation needs of the United States and keeping the traveling public safe.

The duties and responsibilities of this internship opportunity may include but are not limited to:

Participate in investigative planning meetings, witness interviews, performing research on applicable laws and regulations.
Contribute to management briefings and presentations.
Analyze data from Federal databases.
Develop investigative documentation to verify results and ensure accurate reporting of findings and facts.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

U.S. Citizenship. This position is subject to a background check.
Enrolled at least half time at a qualifying educational Institution.
Must submit transcript(s)
Must sign a University Student Participation Agreement.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Must submit a resume

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Completed at least one full academic year of undergraduate education in criminal justice, legal studies or in a related field.

Must be enrolled at least part-time in an accredited college or university and have cumulative GPA of a 3.0

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE COPY OF THEIR TRANSCRIPTS. DEGREE AUDITS ARE NOT AN ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTE FOR OFFICIAL/UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS. IF SELECTED, AN OFFICIAL/SEALED TRANSCRIPT MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO AN APPOINTMENT DATE BEING ESTABLISHED.

Education

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating.

Note: Transcripts must be submitted for verification.

Additional information

Candidates will be asked to fill out a Declaration for Federal Employment (Optional Form 306). Individuals selected for positions will be required to certify that their application materials are accurate when they enter on duty.

THIS AGENCY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR ANY PART OF THE APPLICATION AND HIRING PROCESS, PLEASE NOTIFY THE AGENCY.

ALL APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION REGARDLESS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, UNION AFFILIATION OR NON-AFFILIATION, MARITAL STATUS, NON-DISQUALIFYING PHYSICAL HANDICAP, OR ANY OTHER NON-MERIT REASON. THE OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL (OIG), U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Relocation expenses will not be paid.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Candidates will be assessed based on their eligibility requirements listed under qualifications. Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualification requirements will not be further evaluated.
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Complete applications including the required documents (resume, transcript, and cover letter) can be submitted for consideration to: Floyd Sherman; Floyd.sherman@oig.dot.gov or Susan DeYoung; Susan.DeYoung@oig.dot.gov by midnight, Dec 15, 2017

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Applications submitted via WWW.USAJOBS.GOV must be received before midnight eastern time on the closing date of the announcement. No extensions will be granted. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE on-line resume and transcript you WILL NOT be considered for this position.

If applying on-line poses a hardship to any applicant, the Servicing Personnel Office listed on the announcement will provide assistance to ensure that applications are submitted on-line by the closing date. Applicants must contact the Servicing Human Resources Office PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who can provide assistance for on-line submission. Requests for extensions will not be granted.

Agency contact information

Davitta Kauffman

Phone: 202-366-1490
TDD: 202-366-2136
Fax: 571-258-4052
Email: davitta.kauffman@oig.dot.gov

Address: DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
1200 New Jersey Ave SE
West Building, Room W71-123
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States

Next steps

Once you complete and submit your application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements for the job. Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager in unranked order. You will not be considered for the position if any part of the application or supporting documentation is incomplete. Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for not hiring you or adverse action after hiring. It is essential that you have a current e-mail address on file and remove any restrictions from your e-mail account that may prohibit our contacting you via e-mail.

Required Documents

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RESUME- (including 3 references)

COVER LETTER- (noting desired start and end date, including the number of hours per week you could work)

TRANSCRIPTS - You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. A degree audit is unacceptable. If selected, you will be required to provide official transcripts.

NOTE: Applicants who fail to submit the required documentation listed above,will be considered ineligible for further consideration for this announcement.

Please either upload or fax all applicable documentation to 571-258-4052. The requested information MUST be received by fax within 48 hours prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement (not including Saturdays, Sundays or government holidays).

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

How to Apply

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Agency contact information

Davitta Kauffman

Phone: 202-366-1490
TDD: 202-366-2136
Fax: 571-258-4052
Email: davitta.kauffman@oig.dot.gov

Address: DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
1200 New Jersey Ave SE
West Building, Room W71-123
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States

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