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The USPS OIG is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Entry Level Auditor / Program Analyst (Performance Audit) positions for multiple audit teams including Cybersecurity & Technology and Inspection Service.
PLEASE NOTE:
08/06/2021 to 08/22/2021
$55,525 - $78,167 per year
Authorized Localities for Raleigh, NC and Arlington, VA Included in Range
GG 9
Few vacancies in the following locations:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
50% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
13
No
Yes
21-112-11184766-JD
610140700
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Current excepted service federal employees.
All U.S. Citizens and Current Federal Competitive Service - Current Career United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General, United States Postal Service and United States Postal Inspection Service will not be considered or selected from this vacancy announcement. USPS/USPS OIG/ USPIS employees will need to apply to similar announcement for Internal Applicants.
Salary Breakdown by Location:
Raleigh, NC (20.49% Locality) GS-09 Equivalent: $55,525 to $72,182
Arlington, VA (30.48% Locality) GS-09 Equivalent: $60,129 to $78,167
Cybersecurity & Technology Directorate:
The Cybersecurity & Technology Directorate helps reduce the risk of fraud, inappropriate disclosure of sensitive data, unauthorized disclosure of customer information, cost overruns and inefficiencies of systems, IT contract and regulatory noncompliance, and disruption of critical operations and services. The directorate assesses whether Postal Service information resources provide the highest level of security, reliability, and value expected by Postal Service customers.
Inspection Service Directorate:
The Inspection Service Directorate's mission is to promote accountability and provide improvement opportunities to the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) and its stakeholders. The Inspection Service Directorate examines the efficiency and effectiveness of the USPIS in supporting and protecting the U.S. Postal Service, its employees, infrastructure, and customers. The Inspection Service Directorate accomplishes its mission by conducting reviews and audits.
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.
The employee serves as a member of an audit team conducting systematic performance, financial, or attestation reviews and audits of Postal Service programs and operations, including assessments of efficiency, adequacy of internal controls; compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and/or contracts; and detection of fraud, waste, and abuse. The employee performs assignments requiring the application of fundamental principles, concepts, techniques, and guidelines in the area of auditing.
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.
Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the USPS OIG. We offer a broad array of benefits programs:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Care Insurances with Flexible Spending options.
For more information about these programs visit www.opm.gov/insure.
Retirement and Thrift Savings. For more information about these programs see www.opm.gov/retire and http://www.tsp.gov/.
Flexible Work Schedules. USPS OIG offers a range of family friendly flexibilities including flexible work schedules, telework and employee assistance programs.
Leave and Holidays. In addition to 10 paid holidays each year, you will earn 13 days of paid sick leave and 13 to 26 paid vacation days each year depending on your years of service.
For further information, please refer to our website at: https://www.uspsoig.gov/frequently-asked-questions
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: GS-9 Exempt. (Nonexempt employees are entitled to overtime pay; Exempt employees are not).
This agency provides Reasonable Accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please send an email to jobs@uspsoig.gov. The decision on granting an accommodation request will be made on a case by case basis.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Candidates resumes will be evaluated on the skills that they possess that are directly related to the duties of the position and the experience, education and training that indicate the applicant's ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position.
A panel of subject matter experts will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure that you meet 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. A 2-part structured interview will be conducted for the top rated applicants. Part 1 will include a 1-way video interview. For part 2, top rated candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Once all applicant scores are finalized, the selecting official will make a final decision.
You must submit all required documents by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date of this announcement.
1. RESUME. When completing your online application or uploading your resume, you must categorize it as a "Resume" document.
2. COMPLETE OCCUPATIONAL QUESTIONNAIRE. Click the "Apply Online" button and follow the prompts to complete the Occupational Questionnaire. (Required: You must click on "Submit My Answers" button at the end of the Questionnaire to complete this process)
3. WRITING SAMPLE (1-Page Maximum). A writing sample is required for application submission to be complete. The requirements for the writing sample are as follows:
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 or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application, self-assessment questionnaire, and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, 08/22/2021, to receive consideration.
Once the Occupational Questionnaire has been received you will receive an acknowledgement e-mail that your submission was successful. After a review of your application package has been completed, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the Selecting Official.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/610140700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
