The incumbent serves as a Supervisory Analyst with the primary responsibility for the Internal Control Evaluation and other related functions within the Risk and Compliance Branch. Incumbent will participate in and oversee staff working on the design, implementation, monitoring, and assessment of the agency's internal controls and the performance of targeted quality assurance assessments, as well as plan and oversee projects and other initiatives related to this scope of work.
Summary
The incumbent serves as a Supervisory Analyst with the primary responsibility for the Internal Control Evaluation and other related functions within the Risk and Compliance Branch. Incumbent will participate in and oversee staff working on the design, implementation, monitoring, and assessment of the agency's internal controls and the performance of targeted quality assurance assessments, as well as plan and oversee projects and other initiatives related to this scope of work.
The Risk Management & Compliance Branch is established under the Office of Planning, Performance, and Risk (OPPR) and oversees and directs the Agency's risk management programs through oversight and coordination of external audit; enterprise risk management, targeted quality assurance assessment; risk assessment, internal control evaluation and reporting; administrative policy oversight; and the submission of the annual Statement of Assurance to the Agency head.
Program Duties
1. Manages ongoing planning and execution of internal controls and targeted quality assurance activities and governance for the agency within the overall scope of the agency's risk management and compliance activities. Working under the guidance and direction of the Supervisory Management Analyst (Branch Head), coordinates the work of the analysts and staff involved in the agency's internal control efforts.
2. Leads and oversees planning for internal controls assessments, including testing of design and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and operations across different business cycles, and management systems. Consults in the development of the risk-based annual testing plan, proposing testing scope, hands-on testing of select processes, detailed working paper review, sample size guidance, exception evaluation criteria, and remediation efforts. Reviews results for significant findings, their cause and effect, and makes recommendations for remedial action.
3. Serves as a subject matter expert on risk assessment and internal controls evaluation functional areas in accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular A-123 and its appendices, GAO standards, FHFA guidance, and other external requirements. Advises the Branch Head, Risk and Compliance Branch and Associate Director, Office of Planning, Performance and Risk on internal controls and quality assurance and provides in-depth subject matter expertise on such activities. Coordinates involvement of staff in these efforts as necessary.
4. Represents OPPR, Risk Management and Compliance Branch and Internal Controls Assessment Section on internal controls and quality assurance related activities, providing technical assistance on implementation.
5. Maintains awareness of other agency internal controls programs and provides advice on changes in laws, rules, regulations, and OMB, GAO, and FHFA guidance that may impact FHFA internal controls. Discuss emerging issues; identify instances of non-compliance and suggest remediation and prevention; Prepare, review, and present reports, presentations, talking points, formal responses and outreach materials on internal controls and targeted quality assurance activities for internal and external stakeholders, including assisting in presentations to senior leadership, and audiences encompassing the results and recommendations from assessments, evaluations, and reviews; corrective actions; and status and progress of work as appropriate.
6. Support the design, implementation, and execution of robust agency-wide enterprise risk management capabilities. Lead the agency's control risk assessment process; reporting to leadership on the status on the agency's system of internal control; and aligning the program with FMFIA, OMB Circular A-123, GAO Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book), and other applicable guidance.
7. Serve as a lead or member on various projects, tasks, working groups, and daily activities with responsibility for analyzing, managing, or performing work necessary to plan, design, develop, document, test, implement, integrate, maintain, and monitor.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
9. Directs, supervises, and mentors staff up to the EL-14 grade based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Evaluates work performance of subordinates, and provides advice, counsels, or instructions to employees. Exercises the full range of supervisory authorities, to include overseeing the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of the goals and objectives of the group; and approving the allocation and distribution of funds. Interviews candidates for positions, recommend appointment, promotion, or reassignment to such positions.
10. Provides career development guidance and makes a broad range of human resource decisions including hiring, promotion, adverse actions, performance evaluation, awards, and the development, training and mentoring of staff. Models innovation, creativity, and excellence and encourages the development of those competencies throughout FHFA. Performs these duties following equal employment opportunity principles.
11. Reviews and approves or disapproves leave requests. Assures that subordinates are trained and fully comply with the provisions of the safety regulations.
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles) and those eligible for other hiring authorities.
***SF 50's are now required with the exception of current FHFA employees. Please include one showing your tenure and competitive status. You will not be considered without this.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation
Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
Qualifications
Qualifying experience for the EL/GS-14 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the EL/GS-13 which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include the following:
1. Expertise of internal controls standards and guidance in the federal government under FMFIA, OMB Circular A-123 requirements, OMB A-50, GAO's Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government, GAO's Financial Audit Manual, and GAO Fraud Risk Management Framework.
2. Expertise in analytical skills and trend analysis to plan control assessments, lead assessment teams, assess risks and identify key controls, identify control deficiencies and internal controls business process improvements, and recommend information to senior management and leadership for decision making.
3. Expert skill in quantitative and qualitative assessment techniques for developing a wide variety of data-driven, fact-based findings to prepare recommendations and briefings for senior leadership.
4. Demonstrated organizational savvy, good professional judgment and in-depth business acumen related to federal government strategy, budget, and performance measurement, or a similar field.
5. Demonstrated formal and informal strategic communications skills in order to influence, coordinate and integrate topics such as enterprise risk management and A-123 compliance programs into relevant organizational decision processes, strategic vision, culture, or operational plans.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.
Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp.
FHFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 years of age or over), genetic information, parental status, marital status, prior protected EEO activity, political affiliation, or other non-merit factors.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION:
FHFA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, except when doing so would pose an undue hardship on the Agency. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify FHFA. The Agency's decision on granting a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Ethics: FHFA employees are subject to government-wide ethical standards of conduct, financial disclosure requirements, and post-employment prohibitions. In addition, certain FHFA employees are prohibited from accepting compensation from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for a two-year period after terminating employment with FHFA. Furthermore, to avoid financial conflicts-of interest or the appearance of conflicts-of-interest, FHFA employees may need to divest or sell certain assets they, their spouse, or minor children own or control, including securities issued by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or the Federal Home Loan Banks. Employees who work on Federal Home Loan Bank issues may need to sell or divest financial interests with any of the Federal Home Loan Bank members, which may include stock in bank holding companies, insurance companies, and other financial services firms. Questions regarding these requirements and prohibitions should be directed to the Office of General Counsel at (202) 649-3088.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
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.
You will be rated based on your responses to the job specific competencies documented within the questionnaire and assigned a score ranging from 70 to 100 points. The top ten candidates, and those tied for the tenth spot, will be referred for selection. All qualified non-competitive applicants will be referred.
All of the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references or through other means, such as the interview process. This verification could occur at any stage of the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible.
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.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. ***SF 50's are now required with the exception of current FHFA employees. Please include one that shows your tenure and competitive status. You will not be considered without this. The SF 50 should show highest grade held on a permanent basis in the competitive service.
3. Other supporting documents:
Cover Letter, optional
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service, SF-15 Form and related documentation, VA letter, etc.)
Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
***SF 50's are now required with the exception of current FHFA employees. Please include one that shows your tenure and competitive status. You will not be considered without this. The SF 50 should show highest grade held on a permanent basis in the competitive service.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/27/2023 to receive consideration.
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 (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Janice Obeido at janice.obeido@fhfa.gov or (202) 649-3742 to obtain an alternative application.
FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY
400 7th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20219
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, we will review your materials to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in his/her resume and the completed Occupational Questionnaire. Applicants deemed best-qualified may be contacted for an interview. We anticipate making a final job offer for this position within 45 days after the deadline for applications. All candidates will be notified of the final disposition.
There is currently one vacancy available for this announcement. However, should additional vacancies become available within three months from the closing date of this announcement, eligible applicants for this position may be referred for consideration for the additional position(s).
FHFA may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. ***SF 50's are now required with the exception of current FHFA employees. Please include one that shows your tenure and competitive status. You will not be considered without this. The SF 50 should show highest grade held on a permanent basis in the competitive service.
3. Other supporting documents:
Cover Letter, optional
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service, SF-15 Form and related documentation, VA letter, etc.)
Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
***SF 50's are now required with the exception of current FHFA employees. Please include one that shows your tenure and competitive status. You will not be considered without this. The SF 50 should show highest grade held on a permanent basis in the competitive service.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/27/2023 to receive consideration.
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 (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Janice Obeido at janice.obeido@fhfa.gov or (202) 649-3742 to obtain an alternative application.
FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY
400 7th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20219
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, we will review your materials to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in his/her resume and the completed Occupational Questionnaire. Applicants deemed best-qualified may be contacted for an interview. We anticipate making a final job offer for this position within 45 days after the deadline for applications. All candidates will be notified of the final disposition.
There is currently one vacancy available for this announcement. However, should additional vacancies become available within three months from the closing date of this announcement, eligible applicants for this position may be referred for consideration for the additional position(s).
FHFA may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
