The U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Inspector General is seeking an exceptional leader who will assist the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) in providing strategic and practical leadership to the Investigations Division of the OIG. The Partnership for Public Service named SBA OIG as being the #1 OIG in the Federal Government and as being among the Top 20 Federal Agency Subcomponents in the 2022Best Places to Work in the Federal Government rankings!
Summary
The U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Inspector General is seeking an exceptional leader who will assist the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) in providing strategic and practical leadership to the Investigations Division of the OIG. The Partnership for Public Service named SBA OIG as being the #1 OIG in the Federal Government and as being among the Top 20 Federal Agency Subcomponents in the 2022Best Places to Work in the Federal Government rankings!
Assists the AIGI in the development and direction of an investigations program that is comprehensive, effective, and responsive to the interests and needs of the IG in order to ensure the integrity of the Agency's programs and operations. Provides oversight and direction for the Headquarters and field operations of ID, under the general supervision of the AIGI.
Assists the AIGI in making workload determinations, preparing budget justifications, recommending priorities for long range planning and technical and administrative direction of investigative management information systems, and managing resources.
Directs an outreach strategy, including fraud awareness briefings, to internal and external stakeholders to identify weaknesses or vulnerabilities in the Agency's programs and operations that present opportunities for criminal and/or civil fraud.
Analyzes investigative operations and the productivity of components of ID. Develops and recommends or institutes new or revised policies, procedures, or guidelines governing the conduct of investigations in conformance with Federal laws and rules of criminal procedure, Executive Orders, court decisions, Council of Inspectors General on Integrity, and Efficiency (CIGIE) standards, and legal opinions and advice from the Agency of Justice. Manages ID resources to ensure their effective, efficient, and economical use.
Analyzes new or revised legislation, statutes, regulations, policies, Executive Orders, court decisions, and procedures affecting both OIG's and the Agency's programs and operations to identify impact on Agency programs and operations and on the prevention or detection of fraud, waste, and abuse and ensures that OIG's policies and procedures appropriately conform or are revised as necessary. Also provides the AIGI and other senior OIG staff members advice and recommendations on major program developments, significant problems, and resolutions.
Provides for the technical design, management, and application of data analytics used in evidence based decision making with respect to investigative resources and work impacting SBA's programs and operations.
You must successfully complete and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. Candidates who do not complete the required security clearance paperwork by the pre-determined due date, will be disqualified.
You must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period, if applicable.
You must maintain firearm certification and meet medical requirements.
You are subject to pre-appointment and random drug testing.
You must qualify with and carry a firearm.
Qualifications
As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, you must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior level management capability and is directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-15 grade level in the federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations.
Each applicant is required to submit a comprehensive narrative statement, which addresses BOTH the ECQs and MTQs outlined below. Applicants who do not submit a supplemental narrative statement that addresses these factors will be ineligible for further consideration. The supplemental narrative statement for the ECQs should address the necessary level of management skills, characteristics, qualities, specialized knowledge, and technical competence that would indicate successful performance in the SES. This evidence must include clear and concise examples that emphasize the applicants level of responsibilities, scope, and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy initiatives, and level of contacts. The narrative portion for the ECQs MUST NOT EXCEED TEN (10) PAGES. The narrative portion for the MTQs MUST NOT EXCEED TEN (10) PAGES TOTAL.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):
Unless you are currently serving under (1) a Career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment (must provide a copy of Standard Form 50 - Notification of Personnel Action that documents career appointment to the SES), (2) are eligible for reinstatement into the SES (must provide a copy of Standard Form 50 - Notification of Personnel Action that documents career appointment to the SES), or (3) have successfully completed a SES Candidate Development Program approved by OPM (must provide proof of OPM Qualifications Review Board certification), you must submit a narrative statement covering each of the ECQs. Additional information on the proper preparation of ECQ statements is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website.
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: 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.
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.
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.
ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: 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.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs):
In order to receive consideration for this position, all applicants must attach a separate narrative statement for each of the MTQs listed below.
MTQ 1 - Broad knowledge of the fields of criminal investigations and law enforcement; investigative policies, administration of investigative programs; and functions and jurisdictions of other Federal, state, and local agencies.
MTQ 2 - Expert criminal investigative knowledge to direct and coordinate major investigative programs, policies, and operations. Extensive experience in conducting complex fraud and economic crime investigations, and managing a program involving complex criminal investigative matters. Expert Knowledge of investigative techniques, devices, procedures; the rules of evidence, search and seizure; and Federal and military criminal laws.
MTQ 3 - Demonstrated skill in managing, supervising and leading a law enforcement function throughout a large geographic area.
MTQ 4 - Ability to communicate and coordinate program activities with major stakeholders such as Congress, the Administrator, the Deputy Administrator, Assistant Administrators for various SBA offices; other Inspector General Offices; law enforcement agencies and other Federal departments such as the Government Accountability Office and the Office of Management and Budget.
MTQ 5 - Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and the ability to lead production of high-quality professional projects and reports and other within work products, such as Reports of Investigation, Semiannual Report to Congress, other investigative products, policy guidance and memoranda.
IF YOU DO NOT POSSESS THE MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS DESCRIBED ABOVE, YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: The person selected for this position must be determined physically fit by an authorized government physician to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties. This position my be subject to periodic incumbent examinations in the future.
FIREARMS REQUIREMENT: The incumbent must carry firearms and maintain proficiency in their care and use in accordance with FPS policy and standards.
MOBILITY: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore, applicants are expected to be mobile and once appointed SES members, may be reassigned at the discretion of the appointing authority and may be required to sign a mobility agreement.
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.
This position is covered under the special retirement provision for Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter. Therefore, the maximum age for initial appointment to the 1811 series is the date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday. The age restriction does not apply if you served in a Federal civilian (not military) law enforcement officer (FLEO) position covered by special CSRS or FERS retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement.
Applicants are obligated to abide by the Lautenberg Amendment which requires applicants to disclosed whether they have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the statute. If convicted, you will be ineligible to occupy this position unless you received a pardon or your conviction was expunged or set aside.
All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Education
For this position you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Additional information
SUITABILITY, CLEARANCE & REQUIREMENTS: A background investigation may be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
SELECTIVE SERVICE: 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. For additional information visit www.sss.gov.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: You are required to file a new entrant Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450 Report).
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's Qualifications web site.
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 meeting basic eligibility requirements will be further evaluated based on the information provided in the Occupational Questionnaire. To preview this questionnaire, click on the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12016576.
Applicants who meet all the mandatory executive and technical qualifications will be evaluated by a panel of SES members to determine the degree to which they possess each of the listed qualifications. This evaluation will determine which applicants are best qualified. Total background, including experience, education, awards, self-development, and training will be reviewed. This information will be obtained from the application package, including the required narrative statements for the Technical and Executive Core Qualifications described above.
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. Your Resume - must contain the following information:
Name, address, telephone number, email address;
Supervisor's contact information, if available (indicate if you would prefer to be notified before your supervisor is contacted);
Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade);
If qualifying based on related unpaid (e.g. volunteer service) experience, you must provide hours worked per week and beginning/ending dates (mm/dd/yyyy to mm/dd/yyyy);
If other than full time you must provide hours worked per week.
An integral part of our selection process includes the completion of reference checks. Please provide the names and telephone numbers of three professional references (e.g., current and/or former supervisors, college or university professors, managers or coordinators of volunteer activities, etc.) who know your qualifications relative to this position and who we can contact to verify your credentials. Do not list personal friends or relatives.
PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination. Please ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates (mm/dd/yyyy - mm/dd/yyyy) of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level.
Should you submit multiple resumes, only the latest uploaded resume will be reviewed.
Resume should not exceed 5 pages in length.
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Current and Former SES Career appointees MUST submit a copy of their SES Career Appointment (e.g., SF-50 that shows "Tenure" and "Position Occupied.")
4. Proof of OPM Qualifications Review Board Certification (OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program graduates), if applicable.
5. A copy of your Performance Rating of record received within the last 12 months OR a statement explaining why you are unable to submit a copy.
6. A list of training completed in the last five years and dates completed.
7. A list of awards received in the last 3 years and dates received.
8. Separate narrative statements for each ECQ and MCQ listed above.
PLEASE NOTE:
A separate response to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) is required for applicants who are not currently in the SES or graduates of an OPM Candidate Development Program. **You must limit your response to two (2) pages for each Executive Core Qualification. You must upload your narrative responses, as attached documents in USAJOBS.
A separate narrative statement that describes the applicant's qualifications as they relate to each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) that are listed for this position is required: **You must limit your response to two (2) pages for each Mandatory Technical Qualification. You must upload your narrative responses, as attached documents in USAJOBS.
Your complete application package must not exceed thirty (30) pages in length, including Resume, SF-50, two pages per ECQ (10) / MTQ (10), and additional supporting documents.
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.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions will affect your rating. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience your rating may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/25/2023 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL HR OFFICE
409 3RD STREET, SW
WASHINGTON, DC 20416
US
Next steps
Once your responses to the occupational questionnaire are received by our system, you will be sent an acknowledgement email stating that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. During the evaluation and interview process you may be asked to provide written responses to questions or writing samples. You may track the status of the application process through USAJOBS and you will be notified of the outcome.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Your Resume - must contain the following information:
Name, address, telephone number, email address;
Supervisor's contact information, if available (indicate if you would prefer to be notified before your supervisor is contacted);
Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade);
If qualifying based on related unpaid (e.g. volunteer service) experience, you must provide hours worked per week and beginning/ending dates (mm/dd/yyyy to mm/dd/yyyy);
If other than full time you must provide hours worked per week.
An integral part of our selection process includes the completion of reference checks. Please provide the names and telephone numbers of three professional references (e.g., current and/or former supervisors, college or university professors, managers or coordinators of volunteer activities, etc.) who know your qualifications relative to this position and who we can contact to verify your credentials. Do not list personal friends or relatives.
PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination. Please ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates (mm/dd/yyyy - mm/dd/yyyy) of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level.
Should you submit multiple resumes, only the latest uploaded resume will be reviewed.
Resume should not exceed 5 pages in length.
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Current and Former SES Career appointees MUST submit a copy of their SES Career Appointment (e.g., SF-50 that shows "Tenure" and "Position Occupied.")
4. Proof of OPM Qualifications Review Board Certification (OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program graduates), if applicable.
5. A copy of your Performance Rating of record received within the last 12 months OR a statement explaining why you are unable to submit a copy.
6. A list of training completed in the last five years and dates completed.
7. A list of awards received in the last 3 years and dates received.
8. Separate narrative statements for each ECQ and MCQ listed above.
PLEASE NOTE:
A separate response to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) is required for applicants who are not currently in the SES or graduates of an OPM Candidate Development Program. **You must limit your response to two (2) pages for each Executive Core Qualification. You must upload your narrative responses, as attached documents in USAJOBS.
A separate narrative statement that describes the applicant's qualifications as they relate to each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) that are listed for this position is required: **You must limit your response to two (2) pages for each Mandatory Technical Qualification. You must upload your narrative responses, as attached documents in USAJOBS.
Your complete application package must not exceed thirty (30) pages in length, including Resume, SF-50, two pages per ECQ (10) / MTQ (10), and additional supporting documents.
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.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions will affect your rating. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience your rating may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/25/2023 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL HR OFFICE
409 3RD STREET, SW
WASHINGTON, DC 20416
US
Next steps
Once your responses to the occupational questionnaire are received by our system, you will be sent an acknowledgement email stating that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. During the evaluation and interview process you may be asked to provide written responses to questions or writing samples. You may track the status of the application process through USAJOBS and you will be notified of the outcome.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
