This is a Senior Level (SL) position. The Senior Counselor to the Inspector General (IG) reports directly to the IG. As a key member of the Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Inspector General (OIG) senior leadership team, the Senior Counselor participates in all strategic DoD OIG planning processes, provides independent input and expertise to the IG, Principal Deputy IG, and other senior DoD OIG leaders on a wide range of matters affecting the mission of the DoD OIG.
Summary
This is a Senior Level (SL) position. The Senior Counselor to the Inspector General (IG) reports directly to the IG. As a key member of the Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Inspector General (OIG) senior leadership team, the Senior Counselor participates in all strategic DoD OIG planning processes, provides independent input and expertise to the IG, Principal Deputy IG, and other senior DoD OIG leaders on a wide range of matters affecting the mission of the DoD OIG.
All groups of individuals within the civil service and the public. The "civil service" consists of all persons who occupy positions in the executive (includes excepted service), judicial, and legislative branches.
Provides subject matter expertise and input to the IG on investigations, audits, inspections, and evaluations.
Conducts reviews of DoD OIG reports in accordance with Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE), Government Accountability Office, and DoD OIG standards.
Provides input to the IG on relations with the DoD, Congress, and DoD and CIGIE oversight communities.
Assists the IG in determining and promoting DoD OIG priorities, initiatives, and goals.
On behalf of the IG, leads strategic initiatives, projects, and special assignments.
Establishes program objectives and strategic objectives to support the mission and identifies required resources to promote DoD OIG priorities, initiatives, and goals. Develops short and long range plans for program effectiveness.
Participates in the DoD OIG's Annual Oversight Planning and Engagement Board processes to determine the selection and scope of DoD OIG audits and evaluations.
Monitors legislative activity, reviews legislative proposals, testimony and Congressional correspondence, and provides recommendations and input to the IG and other senior leaders on those products and how to respond to Congressional requests.
Position has been designated as Special Sensitive; incumbent is required to be eligible (and maintain eligibility) for a Top Secret with Special Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).
Selected candidate will be subject to a one-year probationary period unless required probationary period has been served. Selectee may also be subject to a records review prior to being appointed to this position.
Applicants selected are required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. Incumbent is subject to random drug testing for the duration of service with the DoD OIG.
Selectee will be required to complete and submit an Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-278, prior to entering the position and annually thereafter.
Incumbent may be required to travel both in the Continental United States, as well as overseas locations
The incumbent must adhere to the DoD Standards of Conduct.
Qualifications
Basic Requirement:
Must be a graduate of American Bar Association accredited law school and a member in good standing of the bar of a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. commonwealth or U.S. territory. See "Required Documents" section below for guidance on acceptable documentation.
NOTE: Failure to submit these documents will automatically disqualify you from consideration.
Applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that demonstrates senior level capability directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below.
The best-qualified candidates will be distinguished from other applicants by an evaluation panel of subject matter experts, considering the below listed Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs).
All factors are mandatory unless stated otherwise. These factors are required, and must be addressed for the incumbent to perform the duties of the position. The mandatory technical qualifications must be met to be rated eligible for the position.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs):
The applicant is to provide a separate narrative statement to each of the following technical qualifications which describes fully, but concisely, how his/her experience supports each of the following qualifications. Each technical qualification narrative must not exceed 2 pages per MTQ. Narratives exceeding the page limitation will not be considered. Failure to address these specific qualifications in a separate narrative statement will eliminate you from consideration:
1. Demonstrated expertise in reviewing or overseeing analytical, well-reasoned reports and other significant published products, and in reviewing existing and proposed legislation and regulations relating to programs and operations.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of the quality standards for government audits, investigations, inspections, or evaluations.
3. Experience working with or providing advice on administrative or criminal investigations.
Desired Qualification
Experience working in a significant role at a Federal OIG.
Education
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Accreditation: Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/ and U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Additional information
Actual salary may vary depending on the scope and the complexity of the qualifications and current compensation of the selectee.
PCS/Relocation expenses, Will Not Be Paid.
Military retirees seeking to enter civil service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they are within 180 days following their official date of retirement (5 United States Code 3326.)
Filling of this position is not subject to the provisions of the DOD Priority Placement Program (PPP).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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.
Applicants will be evaluated based on the quality and extent of their experience, training, and/or education indicated on their resume and responses to the technical qualifications listed above. Resumes will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel, and the best qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an interview.
In addition to meeting basic qualification requirements, applicants must have substantive experience which provides knowledge of the principles of organization, management and administration; and substantive specialized experience in a type of work or combination of functions directly related to this position.
All applicants are required to submit a narrative statement addressing each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs).
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.
1. You must submit a resume (not to exceed 5 pages) showing relevant experience (cover letter optional), the format is at the discretion of the applicant. Your resume should also include the following:
Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers (Do not include your SSN or personal photo on your resume)
Country of citizenship
Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/
Information about your paid and nonpaid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary
You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
2. A separate narrative statement to each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications listed above. In order to receive further consideration for this vacancy, this information must be attached as supporting documentation, as outlined in the How to Apply section of this announcement.
3. Current or former Federal employees, excluding current DoD OIG employees, must provide a copy of a recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which indicates Federal status, grade, tenure, and type of service.
4. Performance Appraisal: most recent performance appraisal (not required for DoD OIG applicants).
5. Transcripts: You must submit a copy of your transcripts documenting a degree in law meeting the criteria stated in "Qualifications" above. An unofficial transcript is acceptable at time of application. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to receiving an offer of employment. Current DoD OIG OGC attorneys do NOT need to submit a transcript.
7. Bar Membership: A current Bar Certificate indicating that your membership is in good standing meeting the criteria stated in "Qualifications" above. If a certificate is not available by the closing date of the announcement, you may submit a statement with your application certifying to your status as a member in good standing. You will be required to submit a current Bar Certificate prior to receiving an offer of employment. Current DoD OIG OGC attorneys do NOT need to submit a certificate.
Note: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, whether uploaded or faxed, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Missing application information will not be requested.
All applicants are required to submit a narrative statement addressing each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (TQs).
*You are highly encouraged to upload/save all your documents in your USAJOBS resume builder account: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. You only have to upload/save documents once and you can to apply to jobs quickly at the click of a button.
*For instructions on how to upload/save documents please review this link: How do I upload/save documents?
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on 5/1/23, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete
DoD OIG - MISSION SUPPORT TEAM
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
Our evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers. You will be notified of the outcome after final approval of the selectee.
You will receive emails at various points in the evaluation process to notify you of: 1) receipt of your application; 2) after evaluation by a panel of subject matter experts, whether or not your are referred to the selection official for consideration and possible interview; and 3) the final disposition of your application when recruitment is complete.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position
Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361. False Statements: Misrepresentation of your experience or education or otherwise providing false or fraudulent information may be grounds for not hiring you or for firing you after you begin work.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. You must submit a resume (not to exceed 5 pages) showing relevant experience (cover letter optional), the format is at the discretion of the applicant. Your resume should also include the following:
Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers (Do not include your SSN or personal photo on your resume)
Country of citizenship
Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/
Information about your paid and nonpaid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary
You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
2. A separate narrative statement to each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications listed above. In order to receive further consideration for this vacancy, this information must be attached as supporting documentation, as outlined in the How to Apply section of this announcement.
3. Current or former Federal employees, excluding current DoD OIG employees, must provide a copy of a recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which indicates Federal status, grade, tenure, and type of service.
4. Performance Appraisal: most recent performance appraisal (not required for DoD OIG applicants).
5. Transcripts: You must submit a copy of your transcripts documenting a degree in law meeting the criteria stated in "Qualifications" above. An unofficial transcript is acceptable at time of application. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to receiving an offer of employment. Current DoD OIG OGC attorneys do NOT need to submit a transcript.
7. Bar Membership: A current Bar Certificate indicating that your membership is in good standing meeting the criteria stated in "Qualifications" above. If a certificate is not available by the closing date of the announcement, you may submit a statement with your application certifying to your status as a member in good standing. You will be required to submit a current Bar Certificate prior to receiving an offer of employment. Current DoD OIG OGC attorneys do NOT need to submit a certificate.
Note: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, whether uploaded or faxed, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Missing application information will not be requested.
All applicants are required to submit a narrative statement addressing each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (TQs).
*You are highly encouraged to upload/save all your documents in your USAJOBS resume builder account: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. You only have to upload/save documents once and you can to apply to jobs quickly at the click of a button.
*For instructions on how to upload/save documents please review this link: How do I upload/save documents?
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on 5/1/23, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete
DoD OIG - MISSION SUPPORT TEAM
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350
US
Next steps
Our evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers. You will be notified of the outcome after final approval of the selectee.
You will receive emails at various points in the evaluation process to notify you of: 1) receipt of your application; 2) after evaluation by a panel of subject matter experts, whether or not your are referred to the selection official for consideration and possible interview; and 3) the final disposition of your application when recruitment is complete.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position
Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361. False Statements: Misrepresentation of your experience or education or otherwise providing false or fraudulent information may be grounds for not hiring you or for firing you after you begin work.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
