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All U.S. Citizens, Current career United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General, United States Postal Service and United States Postal Inspection Service, Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA eligibles)

This position is being advertised at the Director Band level, equivalent to a GS-15. The salary range for this position is $ 142,701 - $ 170,800 which includes locality pay.

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.

• • Responsibilities include the planning and direction of highly complex analyses, assessments, audits and evaluations of sensitive information systems, information technology methods, controls and strategies, policies and procedures, and management practices. This includes information system assessments of general and application controls, system integrity, system development life cycle, information system acquisitions, cost-benefit studies, network and telecommunications infrastructures, operational practices, utilization of information technology system resources, cyber-security operations, and the adequacy and security posture of Postal Service information technology systems.
  • Directs and ensures audit projects meet government auditing standards in planning and execution and in the accumulation of evidentiary data. Also ensures approved audit objectives are met and that adequate practical coverage is achieved when planning and executing audits.
  • Advises on matters related to information technology audits and operations and related data analytics.
  • Reviews and edits audit reports and actively coaches managers and staff to ensure written documents are of the highest quality.
  • Presents clear, understandable oral briefings to management often on complex, technical projects
  • Oversees the collection of data, maintenance of records, and preparation of reports on the administration of audit projects and other assigned activities. Assists in evaluation of overall audit results.
  • Promotes shared understanding of job objectives, roles, and report messages by facilitating job-related meetings, coaching, and others when necessary.
  • Leads efforts to identify and evaluate new and innovative information systems and technology-related auditing tools and technologies to improve capability and efficiency of audit processes.
  • Oversees the planning, organization and research on complex information systems and technology-related issues that involve major areas of uncertainty in approach, methodology, or interpretation to identify appropriate solutions.
  • Evaluates and makes recommendations concerning overall audit plans and proposals.
  • Represents the Office of the Inspector General in meetings with high-level officials from the United States Postal Service, other agencies, vendors, and members of external organizations. Responsibilities including presenting results of audits, assessments, and studies (which may be complex or controversial), negotiating agreements, and influencing approval and implementation of agency-wide solutions and plans.
  • Ensures implementation of the goals and objectives of agency-wide programs by subordinate staff. Determines goals and objectives that need additional emphasis; develops measures that evaluate performance; makes recommendations for program improvement; and manages all resources as agency assets.
  • Identifies and resolves, as applicable, issues where no policy exists, taking innovative actions to address new needs and/or issues.
  • Furthers the Equal Opportunity Program, including ensuring equal opportunity for all subordinate employees in recruitment, selection, promotion, training, awards, assignments, discipline, and special program objectives.
  • Practices sound position management when assigning work, combining/separating duties, establishing and abolishing positions, and in fulfilling other human resource management duties and responsibilities.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to pass a drug screening and medical questionnaire
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 5 Security Clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card
• May be required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

You must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• At least one year of previous manager or supervisor experience that includes managing lower level staff. (For current Federal employees, management experience at a GS-14 equivalent level or above).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• CISA, CIA, CPA, or CFE Professional Certification(s)
• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Information Systems/Technology, Computer Science, Cyber-security, Accounting, Business, Government, Law, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working in IT as primary job responsibility for a minimum of three years.

EVALUATION FACTORS
You must have the experience, knowledge and skills as listed in EACH of the evaluation factors. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all of the evaluation factor requirements as listed below will result in a score of zero (0); an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration. Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements in your resume.

• Mastery of a professional knowledge of the theories, concepts, principles, and practices of information systems auditing sufficient to direct staff accomplishing difficult assignments involving interfaces and inter-relationships between and among programs, systems, applications, functions, operations, policies, and various issues.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the mission of the agency and the principles and policies of area(s) of responsibility to provide guidance and leadership in carrying out programs and strategies and to ensure policies and plans include a long-term outlook consistent with agency needs.
• Ability to plan and execute information technology audits or projects in accordance with applicable professional standards.
• In-depth knowledge of modern management techniques, methods, principles, and information technology systems concepts to assure optimum utilization of personnel, tools, equipment, and space, and to accomplish program objectives through combined technical and administrative program oversight.

You will no longer be considered for this position if you: fail to respond to all of the questions in the self-assessment questionnaire; or receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor.Failure to demonstrate that you meet all evaluation factor 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.

How you will be evaluated

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

The Human Resources Office will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications required for this position. You will no longer be considered for this position if you: receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor; fail to attach all required documentation; if your application materials indicate that you are not minimally-qualified for this position; or if you fail to qualify on the interview. Only the top-rated candidates will be referred to a review official or the selecting official for further consideration. Top-rated applicants may be required to participate in an interview. Your rating may be further adjusted or rated as ineligible by the review official or the selecting official based on your interview performance. Once all applicant scores are finalized, the selecting official will make a final decision. NOTE: If you receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor or on the interview, you will be considered NOT MINIMALLY QUALIFIED for the position and rated ineligible.