The DOJ OIG is one of the premier federal inspector general offices with a prestigious team of professionals. The OIG is an independent entity that performs audits, evaluations, investigations, and special reviews, in efforts to prevent fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct in DOJ programs and by DOJ personnel, in addition, the OIG works to promote economy and efficiency in DOJ programs.
The DOJ OIG is one of the premier federal inspector general offices with a prestigious team of professionals. The OIG is an independent entity that performs audits, evaluations, investigations, and special reviews, in efforts to prevent fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct in DOJ programs and by DOJ personnel, in addition, the OIG works to promote economy and efficiency in DOJ programs.
The Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigations exercises full authority over all personnel assigned to subordinate offices. In the absence of the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIG/I), the Deputy has full authority to exercise direction over the investigation program and is responsible for identifying deficiencies in the investigative program and ensures they are corrected with optimum investigative results obtained. This includes identification of issues involving resources or procedures, including providing appropriate recommendations for resolution to the AIG/I, the Deputy Inspector General, and/or the Inspector General. Supports the day-to-day operations of the Office of the AIG/I and provides direction to Headquarters and Field office staff, including exercising the following responsibilities:
Assisting with workload determinations, preparing budget justifications, and recommending priorities for long range planning and management of resources, including the annual travel and overtime budgets and the annual plan to provide appropriate investigative coverage of the Department programs.
Keeping the AIG/I informed on significant investigative findings and establishing controls to ensure that appropriate follow-up action is taken.
Providing leadership to ensure the quality and timeliness of Investigations Division work product, including coordinating the development of investigative polices to build upon and continuously improve investigative techniques and the content, quality, and effectiveness of investigative reports.
Promoting the OIG commitment to workforce diversity within the Investigations Division.
Serving as a senior advisor to the AIG/I, the Deputy Inspector General, and the Inspector General, and providing leadership in ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness of Departmental programs. The incumbent will represent the OIG with Department and component leadership, as well as with other federal, state and local officials and with congressional staff.
Interacting on a regular basis with the Inspector General and other OIG Front Office and Division leadership, and with the Investigative Committee of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency, other federal OIGs, and other federal, state, and local law enforcement entities.
Works with and through the Department policy making and implementation structure and procedures to shape, formulate and recommend substantial and significant investigative policies.
One-year SES probationary period, unless excepted by regulation.
Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable.
Maintain firearm proficiency and successfully pass periodic tests.
Pass and maintain medical qualifications.
Possess and maintain a state issued driver's license.
Successful completion of the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA or an equivalent law enforcement training program.
Qualifications
As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience indicative of senior executive-level management capability. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-14 grade level in the federal service or its equivalent in the private sector.
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, applicants must demonstrate in resume and narrative statements possession of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below. It is recommended that your resume emphasize levels of responsibility, scope and complexity of programs managed, and program accomplishments, and results.
The recruitment process for this position is the TRADITIONAL METHOD.
A sample executive-level resume and ECQ narratives are available at: http://www.opm.gov/ses/references/GuidetoSESQuals_2012.pdf
Applicants must submit written narratives to each MTQ and ECQ, and limit narrative statements to one page per MTQ and two pages per ECQ. Applicants who upload the same narratives for each MTQ or ECQ, use "see resume" as a response, or whose narratives extend beyond the required page limits, limit their chances for further consideration.
Mandatory Technical Qualification(s)
Substantial, demonstrated experience in leading, managing, and supervising broad-ranging and complex criminal investigations and investigative matters (internally and externally) relating to alleged or suspected criminal or administrative violations of criminal laws focused on corruption, fraud, waste and abuse. Experience as a Criminal Investigator or an equivalent position with experience with complex financial and white collar crime investigations.
Substantial experience leading, managing and supervising the organization, drafting, editing and publication of highly complex investigative reports.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate program efforts with other internal and external organizations, represent the organization to key individuals and groups outside the immediate work unit, as well as serve as spokesperson for the organization.
Executive Core Qualifications - Mandatory
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, and Vision.
ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, and Team Building.
ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, and Technical Credibility.
ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, and Technology Management.
ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy, and Influencing/Negotiating.
NOTE:ECQ narratives are required for all applicants unless any of the following conditions are met:
You are currently serving under a career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment (Department of Defense DISESs and DISLs, and Intelligence Community SES are typically not OPM QRB certified and are therefore required to submit ECQs. If your SF-50 shows a code 3 on block 34, you must address the ECQs or provide proof of OPM certification),
You are eligible for career reinstatement into the SES, or
You have successfully completed an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Veteran's Preference does not apply to the SES.
SES members are excluded from premium pay provisions of 5 USC Chapter 55 Subchapter V, such as overtime pay, compensatory time off, Sunday premium pay, holiday premium pay, etc.
Relocation expenses may be reimbursed in accordance with agency policy.
A one-year SES probationary period is required unless excepted by regulation.
Government-issued charge card for business-related travel must be obtained and maintained.
Completion or have previous completion of the Criminal Investigator Training Program course at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA, or an equivalent law enforcement training course.
Firearms: Criminal investigators are required to carry a firearm while performing duties of this position. Maintaining firearm proficiency is mandatory.
Lautenberg Amendment: This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Candidate convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crimes of domestic violence is not eligible for the position, unless he/she received a pardon or the conviction was expunged or set aside.
Motor Vehicle Operation: You must possess and maintain a valid state issued motor vehicle operator's license.
Medical Examination: Individuals must meet the established medical standards and/or physical requirement for the position, proving they are medically and physically capable of performing the essential job functions and duties of the position safely and efficiently. A medical examination will be conducted. Any disease or condition that may potentially interfere with the safe and efficient performance of the job's duties or training may constitute grounds for medical disqualification. Medical qualification determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis. If additional medical information is recommended beyond that provided at the pre-employment examination, it is provided at the expense of the tentative selectee.
Drug Testing: This job has been identified as "testing designated" under our Drug-Free Workplace Program. Therefore, you must satisfactorily complete a drug test prior to being hired. The agency will schedule, provide and pay for the drug test. Once on board, you will be subject to random drug testing.
Effective January 1, 2010, OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employees in the Executive Branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee, please indicate this in your resume. Serving in a Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES appointment WILL NOT eliminate you from consideration.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act. Under the Defense Authorization Act of 1986, failure to register makes such applicants ineligible for appointment in this agency.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
Applicants will be evaluated on the quality and extent of total accomplishments, experience, and demonstrated executive-level qualifications. An SES Executive Resources Board (ERB) will rate and rank applications to determine the best qualified candidates. The ERB will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority where final interviews and reference checks may occur. Unless you have already been certified by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by a QRB before appointment can occur.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
Executive-level resume - Insufficient information limits your ability for further consideration.
MTQ Narrative Statements - One-page limit per MTQ.
ECQ Narrative Statements - Two page limit per ECQ (except current or reinstatement-eligible career SES members, and SES-CDP graduates whose ECQs have been OPM QRB certified).
SF-50, as applicable. Current Federal employees employed by the OIG are not required to submit the SF-50 unless you are applying for a higher grade, and your experience was gained at a Federal agency other than the OIG. Then, you must provide the SF-50 which verifies the length of time you have been in your highest grade and supports your claim for time in grade and qualifications.
SES-CDP certificate, as applicable.
Your responses to the occupational questionnaire in Application Manager.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that responses and required documentation are submitted on or prior to the closing date of this announcement.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/07/2019 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10547396
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must upload your resume and other supporting documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be considered incomplete.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Investigations Division
1425 New York Ave
Suite 7000
Washington, DC 20005
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. An SES rating and ranking panel will review applications to determine the highly qualified candidates. An Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority where final interviews and reference checks may occur. Unless you have already been certified by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by a QRB, in addition to successfully completing a suitability/security background investigation before appointment can occur.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Executive-level resume - Insufficient information limits your ability for further consideration.
MTQ Narrative Statements - One-page limit per MTQ.
ECQ Narrative Statements - Two page limit per ECQ (except current or reinstatement-eligible career SES members, and SES-CDP graduates whose ECQs have been OPM QRB certified).
SF-50, as applicable. Current Federal employees employed by the OIG are not required to submit the SF-50 unless you are applying for a higher grade, and your experience was gained at a Federal agency other than the OIG. Then, you must provide the SF-50 which verifies the length of time you have been in your highest grade and supports your claim for time in grade and qualifications.
SES-CDP certificate, as applicable.
Your responses to the occupational questionnaire in Application Manager.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that responses and required documentation are submitted on or prior to the closing date of this announcement.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/07/2019 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10547396
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must upload your resume and other supporting documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be considered incomplete.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Investigations Division
1425 New York Ave
Suite 7000
Washington, DC 20005
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. An SES rating and ranking panel will review applications to determine the highly qualified candidates. An Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority where final interviews and reference checks may occur. Unless you have already been certified by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by a QRB, in addition to successfully completing a suitability/security background investigation before appointment can occur.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
