The Department of Transportation (DOT) Office of Inspector General (OIG) provides independent, objective reviews of the efficiency and effectiveness of Department of Transportation programs and operations, and detects and prevents fraud, waste, and abuse, and criminal violations of laws affecting DOT. OIG fulfills statutory responsibilities and supports members of Congress, the Secretary, Department officials, and the public in achieving a safe, efficient, and effective transportation system.
Summary
The Department of Transportation (DOT) Office of Inspector General (OIG) provides independent, objective reviews of the efficiency and effectiveness of Department of Transportation programs and operations, and detects and prevents fraud, waste, and abuse, and criminal violations of laws affecting DOT. OIG fulfills statutory responsibilities and supports members of Congress, the Secretary, Department officials, and the public in achieving a safe, efficient, and effective transportation system.
The Assistant Inspector General for Strategic Communications and Programs (AIGSCP) reports directly to the Deputy Inspector General and serves on the senior management team. The incumbent works closely with the Inspector General and Deputy Inspector General in the day-to-day operations of the Office and on special projects as necessary. The incumbent is a trusted advisor and resource, and serves as the critical link in communication between the front office and OIG staff and stakeholders. The AIGSCP serves on senior leadership teams in formulating and recommending policies and procedures and ensuring implementation. In addition, the AIGSCP develops the agenda and content for the SES Onsite and Offsite conferences. The incumbent prepares the Inspector General and Deputy Inspector General for meetings, testimonies, briefings and conferences; tracks priorities; and manages appropriate resources. The AIGSCP consolidates strategic planning efforts leading to the Office's 5-Year Strategic Plan.
The AIGSCP provides strategic guidance and direction to the following direct reports and their teams: Chief Financial Officer, Chief Communications Officer, Director Organizational Development, Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Government and Public Affairs, and Civility, Diversity and Inclusion Program Director.
This position requires a top secret clearance. Drug testing required.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
Public Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278e) is required within 30 days.
NOTE: Persons newly appointed to an SES position will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
Pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
Due to COVID-19, our agency is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Your employment with DOT OIG will begin remotely at your current residence. Once our normal business operations process begins you will receive further instructions on when to report to the office. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency’s telework policy.
Qualifications
As a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service (SES), you must show in your resume evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and that is directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Technical Qualification and Executive Core Qualifications listed below.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION: Demonstrated executive-level experience in collaborative strategic planning to include: working with executives across organizational entities; responding to external and internal surveys, changing regulations, and hiring authorities; building in attention to civility, diversity and inclusion; analyzing alternative courses of action; communicating results and/or way forward; and implementing decisions to meet mission needs.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): Below are descriptions of the ECQs that must be clearly described in your resume.
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 & Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking and Vision.
ECQ 2 – LEADING PEOPLE: 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, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, and Team Building.
ECQ 3 – RESULTS DRIVEN: 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, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving and Technical Credibility.
ECQ 4 – BUSINESS ACUMEN: The ability to manage human, financial, material, and information resources strategically. Financial Management, Technology Management, and Human Capital Management.
ECQ 5 – BUILDING COALITIONS/COMMUNICATIONS: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organization, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Influencing/Negotiating, oral Communication, Partnering, and Political Savvy.
FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES: 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.
Additional information about the SES and Executive Core Qualifications can be found on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) website (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/).
Additional information
Selective Service System: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Please see http://www.sss.gov for additional information.
Background Investigation: This position requires a Top Secret security clearance and is designated as critical-sensitive, requiring that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish security eligibility.
Financial Disclosure: This position is covered under the Ethics in Government Act, which requires comprehensive financial disclosures from employees. The appointee will be required to file a Public Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278e), within 30 days after his/her appointment, and then annually thereafter.
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.
Veteran's preference is not applicable to positions in the Senior Executive Service.
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.
An SES Executive Resources Board will evaluate your application based on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Applicants determined to be highly qualified may undergo an interview and a reference check.
If selected, you must be certified by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before you can be appointed to the position, unless you are a current career SES member, a former career SES member with reinstatement eligibility, or an SES Candidate Development Program graduate already certified by OPM.
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.
Please submit the following documents by the closing date in order to be considered for this position:
Resume - The resume you submit should not exceed five (5) pages. Any information submitted in excess of five (5) pages WILL NOT be considered. The resume must provide evidence of how you possess the Technical Qualification and the five (5) Executive Core Qualifications.
SF-50 - If you are a current, retired, or former Federal employee, please submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action form. Do not submit an SF-50 that is for an award.
Candidate Development Program Certificate - If you are a graduate of an SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and certified by OPM, please submit a copy of your certification for non-competitive eligibility consideration. You must meet all technical qualifications.
You will be directed to fax or upload documents at the www.usajobs.gov site to attach to your application for this position. If you select the fax option, please use the required covered sheet and follow the instructions provided.
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.
The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME ONLY. Within your resume, you should address the Technical Qualification and the Executive Core Qualifications (5).
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, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Please make sure your resume is detailed and you have highlighted your most relevant experience for this position (to include starting and ending dates of employment for each position held). If you fail to provide this information, it may result in you being rated "ineligible" or "not qualified" for this position.
If you fail to submit all documentation required, 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.
DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your application status by the servicing human resources specialist via e-mail. 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. You may also check the status of your application at WWW.USAJOBS.OPM.GOV.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Please submit the following documents by the closing date in order to be considered for this position:
Resume - The resume you submit should not exceed five (5) pages. Any information submitted in excess of five (5) pages WILL NOT be considered. The resume must provide evidence of how you possess the Technical Qualification and the five (5) Executive Core Qualifications.
SF-50 - If you are a current, retired, or former Federal employee, please submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action form. Do not submit an SF-50 that is for an award.
Candidate Development Program Certificate - If you are a graduate of an SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and certified by OPM, please submit a copy of your certification for non-competitive eligibility consideration. You must meet all technical qualifications.
You will be directed to fax or upload documents at the www.usajobs.gov site to attach to your application for this position. If you select the fax option, please use the required covered sheet and follow the instructions provided.
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.
The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME ONLY. Within your resume, you should address the Technical Qualification and the Executive Core Qualifications (5).
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, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Please make sure your resume is detailed and you have highlighted your most relevant experience for this position (to include starting and ending dates of employment for each position held). If you fail to provide this information, it may result in you being rated "ineligible" or "not qualified" for this position.
If you fail to submit all documentation required, 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.
DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your application status by the servicing human resources specialist via e-mail. 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. You may also check the status of your application at WWW.USAJOBS.OPM.GOV.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
