This position is the Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Audits, Inspections, and Evaluations (OAIE), and is also responsible for the Innovation, Quality, and Resolution team in the U.S. National Science Foundation's Office of Inspector General (OIG). The mission of the OIG is to provide independent and objective oversight of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and economy of its programs and operations and to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse.
Summary
This position is the Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Audits, Inspections, and Evaluations (OAIE), and is also responsible for the Innovation, Quality, and Resolution team in the U.S. National Science Foundation's Office of Inspector General (OIG). The mission of the OIG is to provide independent and objective oversight of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and economy of its programs and operations and to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse.
Current or former Federal employees with competitive status obtained through a permanent Federal competitive service appointment OR individuals with eligibility for noncompetitive special appointing authority OR ICTAP/CTAP eligibles OR veterans eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act.
As the Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Audits, Inspections, and Evaluations (OAIE), and the Director of Innovation, Quality, and Resolution (IQR), reporting directly to the AIGA, you will perform the following duties:
Advises senior OIG leaders on project needs or modifications to ensure compliance with auditing standards, policy, procedural guidance, and other applicable professional standards and requirements.
Provides oversight and direction in government-conducted performance audits and reviews.
Supervises a team that advises AIGA on the latest federal oversight practices and recommends innovative approaches for performing OAIE's oversight mission.
Provides expert counsel to team members on unique, complex, and ambiguous areas.
Sets short-term priorities and directs the development, preparation, and completion of annual quality assurance planning, Internal Audit Standards Quality Assurance Reviews, external peer reviews, and special project initiatives.
INNOVATION & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Conducts ongoing advanced research into new and innovative approaches to audit work.
Develops and cultivates relationships with other innovators in the Inspector General community to exchange ideas and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of OAIE audits, inspections, and other oversight activities.
Consults with Directors and staff within OAIE to gain a better understanding of their work and to brainstorm ideas for process and quality improvements.
Interprets changes to or new legislation or regulations for impact on OAIE work processes and advises the AIGA if such changes necessitate policy or practice adjustments.
Reviews, updates, and/or rewrites OAIE-wide policies to ensure they reflect changing requirements and inform how OAIE work is conducted.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Ensures that OAIE Quality Assurance (QA) practices are proactive.
Builds and implements continuous QA measures into all facets of OAIE internal work processes.
Oversees the design and implementation of processes that ensure OAIE outputs maintain the highest standards of quality.
Prioritizes quality assurance work in consideration of risks, vulnerabilities, stakeholder requests, financial impact, and the potential to make recommendations that can lead to positive organizational improvements.
AUDIT RESOLUTION
Leads OAIE's resolution program to ensure that appropriate and timely action is taken by NSF, grantee or contract management officials in response to all report findings and recommendations.
Maintains expert knowledge of OMB, NSF, and OIG policies and procedures that govern the resolution and follow-up process.
Develops and maintains professional working relationships with NSF and National Science Board officials and staff involved in the resolution and implementation process.
Conducts regular and frequent meetings with high-level NSF officials to discern and ensure that corrective action plans are developed and implemented.
Assesses the validity and completeness of NSF's proposed resolution and implementation actions to monitor compliance by conducting extensive probing and analysis.
Provides expert advice and consultation to top agency management on audit execution and outcomes, which are typically highly complex, sensitive, controversial, and broad in scope and impact.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Selectee will be required to have a background investigation prior to onboarding.
Selectee may be required to serve a 1-year supervisory probationary period.
Financial disclosure is required for this position.
Additional Requirements:
Time in Grade Requirement: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
You must meet eligibility & qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire & any external assessment that is included.
All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full/blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
Qualifications
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Degree: accounting, auditing; or a degree including auditing courses in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.
OR
Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:
Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law;
A certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.
To qualify at the GS-15 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal service.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE STATEMENT(S):
Auditing complex business processes and making recommendations for improvement; developing and implementing quality assurance measures; negotiating with third parties to gain consensus for implementing recommendations for corrective action, and validating accuracy and completeness of audit resolution efforts; providing advice and consultation to senior leaders on audit execution and outcomes; and reviewing and issuing complex technical reports and correspondence.
Knowledge of and experience in ensuring oversight assignments are conducted in accordance with published standards, including Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation.
Education
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.
Additional information
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
This announcement may be used to fill similar positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation and the Inspector General community.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
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. Learn 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.
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 evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, SME evaluations, and the results of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies
(knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
Auditing
Decision Making
Leadership
Oral Communication
In addition to meeting the basic requirements and the specialized experience, you will be evaluated by a subject matter expert (SME) in the following:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE STATEMENT(S):
Auditing complex business processes and making recommendations for improvement; developing and implementing quality assurance measures; negotiating with third parties to gain consensus for implementing recommendations for corrective action, and validating accuracy and completeness of audit resolution efforts; providing advice and consultation to senior leaders on audit execution and outcomes; and reviewing and issuing complex technical reports and correspondence.
Knowledge of and experience in ensuring oversight assignments are conducted in accordance with published standards, including Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation.
In some cases, additional assessment processes may be used.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
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 translate directly into paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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.
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. Learn 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.
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.
Beginning September 27, 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan. Resumes longer than two pages will result in ineligibility for further consideration for the position. USAJobs will not allow you to upload or build resumes longer than two pages, and you will need to update the resumes in your profile before applying for a job. Additional guidance on this new requirement and resume-building tools can be found at:
During the application process, you may have an option to opt in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency (or elsewhere) who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.
The NSF OIG provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Individuals with disabilities may contact
OIG-HR@nsf.gov for assistance with the application or hiring process.
Individuals who are eligible for a non-competitive appointment under an Office of Personnel and Management (OPM) special appointing authority may apply for consideration under a comparable non-competitive appointing authority. Veterans, please visit: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/
Selectees will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment" (OF-306) prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. False statements or responses on your resume or questionnaire can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from federal service.
List of supplemental material that may be applicable:
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL - (Required for all current federal employees)- Applicants must submit a complete performance appraisal that includes ratings, critical elements, and management narratives. Ideally, the appraisal should be dated within the last 15 months. Appraisals are required from all federal applicants. If a performance appraisal is unavailable, you must submit a separate statement explaining why it is unavailable and a personnel point of contact so we can verify your appraisal status. NOTE: An SF-50 IS NOT acceptable as a performance appraisal.
Notice of Personnel Action SF-50- If you are a current/reinstatement eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility. The SF-50 must show your tenure, grade, step, position title, and series. While only the most recent is required, you may upload multiple to include any and all information pertinent to your application.
UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT(S) - All education submitted is subject to verification. If you are applying for a position that requires a college degree or if you are applying using a combination of education and experience, you MUST submit your college transcripts. Failure to provide this information will result in your application not being considered upon the closing date of the announcement.
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter). You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.
NOTE: Failure to submit the requested documentation by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application package not being considered further for the position.
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.
Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website at https://www.USAJOBS.gov. An account must be established on the OPM website following the instructions provided to apply for the position. Once you have completed the USAJOBS process, you will be redirected to the USA Staffing system to complete your application process, answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. Applications submitted other than the USAJOBS online application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED under this announcement.
Your application and all supporting documents must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Applicants applying online for this position may do so until 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Please allow adequate time to complete your application.
If you encounter technical difficulties during the process, please submit a USA Staffing Help Ticket for assistance. If you have technical difficulties applying to the vacancy on the USAJOBS website, click on Contact USAJOBS. It is suggested that you do not wait until the last day to apply for a vacancy announcement. We will not accept applications other than those submitted through USAJOBS.
As the applicant, it is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, and submitted is received and is accurate. Ensure that your application includes the required documents listed under "Required Documents" and that they are uploaded in the appropriate fields.
National Science Foundation, Office of Inspector General
401 Dulany Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
US
Next steps
Once you submit your online application, you will receive a confirmation email.
After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued, and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
Email is our preferred method of communication. Please use the email address above (tleeman@nsf.gov) or please use OIG-HR@nsf.gov to contact the HR Department.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Beginning September 27, 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan. Resumes longer than two pages will result in ineligibility for further consideration for the position. USAJobs will not allow you to upload or build resumes longer than two pages, and you will need to update the resumes in your profile before applying for a job. Additional guidance on this new requirement and resume-building tools can be found at:
During the application process, you may have an option to opt in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency (or elsewhere) who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.
The NSF OIG provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Individuals with disabilities may contact
OIG-HR@nsf.gov for assistance with the application or hiring process.
Individuals who are eligible for a non-competitive appointment under an Office of Personnel and Management (OPM) special appointing authority may apply for consideration under a comparable non-competitive appointing authority. Veterans, please visit: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/
Selectees will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment" (OF-306) prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. False statements or responses on your resume or questionnaire can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from federal service.
List of supplemental material that may be applicable:
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL - (Required for all current federal employees)- Applicants must submit a complete performance appraisal that includes ratings, critical elements, and management narratives. Ideally, the appraisal should be dated within the last 15 months. Appraisals are required from all federal applicants. If a performance appraisal is unavailable, you must submit a separate statement explaining why it is unavailable and a personnel point of contact so we can verify your appraisal status. NOTE: An SF-50 IS NOT acceptable as a performance appraisal.
Notice of Personnel Action SF-50- If you are a current/reinstatement eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility. The SF-50 must show your tenure, grade, step, position title, and series. While only the most recent is required, you may upload multiple to include any and all information pertinent to your application.
UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT(S) - All education submitted is subject to verification. If you are applying for a position that requires a college degree or if you are applying using a combination of education and experience, you MUST submit your college transcripts. Failure to provide this information will result in your application not being considered upon the closing date of the announcement.
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter). You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.
NOTE: Failure to submit the requested documentation by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application package not being considered further for the position.
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.
Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website at https://www.USAJOBS.gov. An account must be established on the OPM website following the instructions provided to apply for the position. Once you have completed the USAJOBS process, you will be redirected to the USA Staffing system to complete your application process, answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. Applications submitted other than the USAJOBS online application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED under this announcement.
Your application and all supporting documents must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Applicants applying online for this position may do so until 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Please allow adequate time to complete your application.
If you encounter technical difficulties during the process, please submit a USA Staffing Help Ticket for assistance. If you have technical difficulties applying to the vacancy on the USAJOBS website, click on Contact USAJOBS. It is suggested that you do not wait until the last day to apply for a vacancy announcement. We will not accept applications other than those submitted through USAJOBS.
As the applicant, it is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, and submitted is received and is accurate. Ensure that your application includes the required documents listed under "Required Documents" and that they are uploaded in the appropriate fields.
National Science Foundation, Office of Inspector General
401 Dulany Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
US
Next steps
Once you submit your online application, you will receive a confirmation email.
After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued, and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
Email is our preferred method of communication. Please use the email address above (tleeman@nsf.gov) or please use OIG-HR@nsf.gov to contact the HR Department.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
