This position is located at Department of Housing and Urban Development OIG -Office of Investigation. As a Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigations, you will provide executive staff assistance to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigation, through broad evaluation of program status and strategic program planning activity for the Regional Offices, Headquarters Operations.
Summary
This position is located at Department of Housing and Urban Development OIG -Office of Investigation. As a Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigations, you will provide executive staff assistance to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigation, through broad evaluation of program status and strategic program planning activity for the Regional Offices, Headquarters Operations.
Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified persons within the Civil Service. The Civil Service includes all
appointive positions in the executive, judicial, and legislative branches of the U.S. government except positions in the
uniformed services.
As a Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigations, you will:
Prioritize the broad spectrum of allegations referred to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigation, in light of applicable laws, regulations and judicial opinions to determine that extent and depth are of such national importance as to warrant the allocation of investigative resources and or whether there may be potential for civil or administrative action.
Evaluate operational implications of proposed legislation and regulations relating to Department programs.
Share management responsibility for all initiatives of the Immediate Office of the AIGI, Headquarters Operations, and Regional Offices of Investigation with the Assistant Inspector General for Investigation (AIGI) on a daily basis.
Provide technical advice relating to investigation matters and keep the Inspector General and appropriate HUD officials informed of the results of ongoing investigation activities.
Develop and recommend new or revised investigation programs to allow the Department to effectively carry out its mission and meet national policy objectives.
The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume.
Key Requirements:
Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
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Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exemptions as required by law. If selected for this position, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021. If you are scheduled to onboard after November 22, 2021, before appointment or onboarding you will be required to provide a copy of documentation/proof of vaccination prior to receiving a final job offer. We will provide information on how to request a legally required exemption from this requirement, if applicable.
Acceptable forms of proof include:
A copy of the record of immunization from a health care provider or pharmacy;
A copy of the COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card (CDC Form MLS-319813_r, published on September 3, 2020);
A copy of medical records documenting the vaccination;
A copy of immunization records from a public health or state immunization information system; or
A copy of any other official documentation containing: Type of vaccine administered; Number of doses received; Date(s) of administration; and Name of the health care professional(s) or clinic site(s) administering the vaccine(s).
If you fail to provide satisfactory proof of vaccination or to establish entitlement to an exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with HUDIG.
Qualifications
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Age Restriction: The date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for original appointment to a law enforcement officer position. This requirement does not apply to a) Preference-eligible veterans; OR b) Individuals who are 37 years of age or older and have previously served in law enforcement officer positions that were covered by a special law enforcement retirement plan.
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Medical Requirements: The duties of positions in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying.
Guidance on Addressing the ECQs and MTQs: Use your overall set of professional and volunteer experiences, education
and training, accomplishments, awards and potential in describing your ECQs and MTQs. Be clear and concise, using
examples that demonstrate the scope and quality of your experiences, accomplishments, and/or potential relevant to each
ECQ and MTQ.
THE NARRATIVE STATEMENT MUST ADDRESS EACH ECQ AND MTQ SEPARATELY AND IDENTIFY WHICH ECQ OR MTQ IS BEING ADDRESSED (e.g. ECQ 1, MTQ 1, MTQ 2, etc.).
IMPORTANT: Structure your ECQ statements in terms of actions you have taken, the context or environment in which the
action was taken and the outcome or results of those actions (Challenge - Context - Action - Result (C-C-A-R) Model). For
further information and tips on writing effective narrative statements, see OPM's publication 'A Guide to SES Qualifications'
available on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) website at: www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Please be
advised that the individual selected for this position will likely require certification by a Qualifications Review Board
conducted by OPM, prior to receiving the SES appointment.
Each of the following competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications:
Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Continual Learning, and Public
Service Motivation. The essay competencies address the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). Your responses are
required for each of these ECQs, unless you have had your ECQs previously certified by an Office of Personnel
Management Qualifications Review Board (QRB) for the Senior Executive Service (SES).
If you are already certified by OPM's QRB, submit proof such as a copy of the certification or an SF-50 showing SES
Career Status.
If you need to submit additional information please upload the information into the correct category.
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. Creativity and Innovation - Develops new insights into
situations; questions conventional approaches; encourages new ideas and innovations; designs and implements new or
cutting edge programs/processes. External Awareness - Understands and keeps up-to-date on local, national, and
international policies and trends that affect the organization and shape stakeholders' views; is aware of the organization's
impact on the external environment. Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information,
changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Resilience - Deals effectively with pressure; remains optimistic and
persistent, even under adversity. Recovers quickly from setbacks. Strategic Thinking - Formulates objectives and priorities,
and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment. Capitalizes on
opportunities and manages risks. Vision - Takes a long-term view and builds a shared vision with others; acts as a catalyst
for organizational change. Influences others to translate vision into action.
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. Conflict Management -
Encourages creative tension and differences of opinions. Anticipates and takes steps to prevent counter-productive
confrontations. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner. Leveraging Diversity -
Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision
and mission of the organization. Developing Others - Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the
organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
Team Building - Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team
members to accomplish group goals.
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. Accountability - Holds self and others accountable for measurable
high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts
responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules. Customer Service - Anticipates and
meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to
continuous improvement. Decisiveness - Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited
or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions. Entrepreneurship -
Positions the organization for future success by identifying new opportunities; builds the organization by developing or
improving products or services. Takes calculated risks to accomplish organizational objectives. Problem Solving -
Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative
solutions; makes recommendations. Technical Credibility - Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures,
requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.
Education
ECQ 4: BUSINESS ACUMEN - This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information
resources strategically. Financial Management - Understands the organization's financial processes. Prepares, justifies,
and administers the program budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors
expenditures and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities. Human Capital Management - Builds and manages workforce
based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Ensures that employees are appropriately
recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded; takes action to address performance problems. Manages a multi-sector
workforce and a variety of work situations. Technology Management - Keeps up-to-date on technological developments.
Makes effective use of technology to achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems.
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. Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates
across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals. Political Savvy - Identifies the internal and
external politics that impact the work of the organization. Perceives organizational and political reality and acts
accordingly. Influencing/Negotiating - Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; gains cooperation from
others to obtain information and accomplish goals.
***Each of the following essay competencies address the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). Your responses are required for each of these MTQs.***
MTQ 1-Demonstrated executive level investigative experience leading, directing, and monitoring a comprehensive Federal
criminal or administrative investigative program in an Inspector General or law enforcement organization, involving broad
and complex issues of fraud, waste, abuse, or misconduct through a large geographically dispersed professional
workforce.
MTQ 2-Demonstrated experience applying a broad range of Federal laws including, but not limited to, the Inspector General
Act, as amended, civil and criminal law, confidentiality provisions and whistleblower protection guidelines; Attorney
General Guidelines for law enforcement, administrative, federal personnel, procurement and appropriations laws; Federal
criminal law, Federal rules of criminal procedures, the rules of evidence and search and seizure.
MTQ 3-Demonstrated experience participating as a representative of an agency in conferences and negotiations with HUD and/or Federal department officials at all levels, representatives of the Office of Inspectors General, the General Accountability Office, Office of Management and Budget, Congress and other groups on critical criminal, civil and administrative activities.
MTQ 4-Demonstrated experience managing human, financial and information resources strategically, including bringing
about strategic change both within and outside an organization to meet organizational goals.
We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process.
Additional information
Other Information:
This position has been designated as a Career Reserved position and will be filled on a career basis. Office of Personnel Management approval and a probationary period will be required for any applicant who does not have Senior Executive Service (SES) career status.
OPM Certification: An initial appointment to an SES position is contingent on approval from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board unless the selectee has successfully completed an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program.
Veterans' Preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service.
Executive Branch agencies are prohibited by law from accepting or considering political recommendations and are required to return any political recommendations to the sender.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
If you are retired from the Federal Government and are selected for this vacancy, your retirement annuity may be offset from your pay.
The HUD OIG has contracted with the Treasury's Bureau of Fiscal Service (BFS) to provide certain personnel services to its organization. BFS's responsibilities include advertising the vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed) in the Senior Executive Service (SES) under career status.
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.
Successfully complete a background investigation.
Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9 http:www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-9.pdf). Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
Have and maintain a reputation of integrity, reliability, trustworthiness, impartiality, and good judgment.
Top Secret - Background Investigation will be required.
Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
Be willing to travel.
Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
Satisfactorily complete the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Training Program, or its equivalent.
Carry a firearm, maintain firearms proficiency, and conduct full law enforcement activities. Any person convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence may not be hired [Title 18, United States Code, Section 922(g)(9)].
Be willing to work irregular unscheduled hours and under hazardous conditions.
Be willing to relocate at the direction of management.
Pass a pre-employment physical examination.
Possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must adhere to agency health requirements, including, but not limited to: (1) must report Covid-19 vaccination status when requested; and (2) must comply with agency's Covid-19 testing and vaccination requirements, if any, or qualify for and receive a valid exemption.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application includes your résumé, responses to each ECQ and MTQ, and required supporting documents.
1. Minimum Requirements: Your application must show that you meet all requirements, including the education and/or
experience required for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies
required for the position. If your application is incomplete, we may rate you as ineligible.
2. Rating: A panel of Senior Executives will review your application and evaluate your qualifications for this position based
on the information in your application. Interviews will be at the discretion of the panel and/or selecting official. Your
application will be rated based on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of
this position.
3. Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for
consideration and possible interview.
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.
In order for your application to receive full consideration, the following information must be received by the closing date. CANDIDATES WHO FAIL TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
1. A resume which thoroughly and accurately reflects relevant experience, training, education, awards, etc.
2. A separate narrative response for each of the five ECQs and four MTQs. Applicants who fail to do so will be eliminated
from consideration. (Career applicants currently in the SES, SES reinstatement eligibles, or graduates of an SES Candidate
Development Program who have been certified by OPM's Qualification Review Board need only address the mandatory
MTQs). Candidates SHOULD NOT repeat entries from their application when addressing each of the ECQs and MTQs.
Instead, elaborate on your training, experience, and accomplishments, highlighting the problems involved in and the
objectives of your work, how you handled problems and met work objectives, and the result of your efforts (evidence of
your success), including recognition received. Focus on accomplishments.
3. SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) graduates must submit proof of OPM Qualification Review Board
Certification (if applicable).
4. Most recent supervisory appraisal of performance. Candidates unable to provide their most recent performance
appraisal must provide written justification for its absence.
5. Current and former SES staff must submit a SF-50 to verify their eligibility for transfer or reinstatement to the Senior
Executive Service.
HUD OIG has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.
The Bureau provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application:
-Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login)
-Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.
OIG -Office of Investigation
Administrative Resource Center
Parkersburg, WV 26101
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.
To check the status of your application for this position, please follow these steps:
1. Login to your USAJOBS account, select the "Applications" section and click on the vacancy you would like to view and have already applied for.
2. Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status. For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/
If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to that portion of the application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
In order for your application to receive full consideration, the following information must be received by the closing date. CANDIDATES WHO FAIL TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
1. A resume which thoroughly and accurately reflects relevant experience, training, education, awards, etc.
2. A separate narrative response for each of the five ECQs and four MTQs. Applicants who fail to do so will be eliminated
from consideration. (Career applicants currently in the SES, SES reinstatement eligibles, or graduates of an SES Candidate
Development Program who have been certified by OPM's Qualification Review Board need only address the mandatory
MTQs). Candidates SHOULD NOT repeat entries from their application when addressing each of the ECQs and MTQs.
Instead, elaborate on your training, experience, and accomplishments, highlighting the problems involved in and the
objectives of your work, how you handled problems and met work objectives, and the result of your efforts (evidence of
your success), including recognition received. Focus on accomplishments.
3. SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) graduates must submit proof of OPM Qualification Review Board
Certification (if applicable).
4. Most recent supervisory appraisal of performance. Candidates unable to provide their most recent performance
appraisal must provide written justification for its absence.
5. Current and former SES staff must submit a SF-50 to verify their eligibility for transfer or reinstatement to the Senior
Executive Service.
HUD OIG has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.
The Bureau provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application:
-Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login)
-Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.
OIG -Office of Investigation
Administrative Resource Center
Parkersburg, WV 26101
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.
To check the status of your application for this position, please follow these steps:
1. Login to your USAJOBS account, select the "Applications" section and click on the vacancy you would like to view and have already applied for.
2. Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status. For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/
If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to that portion of the application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
