This is a career Senior Executive Service (SES) position in Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Audit Services (OAS) located in the Washington, D.C. Headquarters Office.
This position is also announced under vacancy HHS-OIG-ES-0501-26-12907399.
Summary
This is a career Senior Executive Service (SES) position in Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Audit Services (OAS) located in the Washington, D.C. Headquarters Office.
This position is also announced under vacancy HHS-OIG-ES-0501-26-12907399.
Open to all U.S. citizens who meet the mandatory qualifications of the announcement and all qualified individuals in the federal service.
Current SES employees, individuals with SES reinstatement eligibility, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates should apply to be considered.
The Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services, as member of the OIG Senior Executive team, provides executive direction to the largest civilian audit agency in the executive branch of the Federal Government and oversees close to 500 auditors, analysts, and other professional and technical staff.
The Office of Audit Services (OAS) examines the performance of HHS programs and/or HHS grantees and contractors in implementing their responsibilities and provides independent audits of HHS programs and operations. These audits help reduce waste, abuse, and mismanagement and promote economy and efficiency throughout HHS. OAS conducts audits using its own resources and oversees audit work done by others. OIG audits internal HHS groups/offices, and external entities such as state and local governments and individuals and facilities in private industry associated with HHS programs (for example, physician offices, hospitals, etc.). Work is conducted in accordance with Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States; the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996; applicable Office of Management and Budget circulars; and other legal, regulatory, and administrative requirements.
MAJOR DUTIES
As the senior Office of Audit Services executive, you will oversee and lead a complex audit program responsible for independent audits of HHS programs and/or HHS grantees and contractors. These audits examine the performance of HHS programs and/or grantees in carrying out their responsibilities and provide independent assessments of HHS programs and operations, including but not limited to:
- Medicare Audits
- Medicaid Audits
- Administration for Children and Families Audits
- National Institutes of Health Audits
- Food and Drug Administration Audits
- Centers for Disease Control Audits
- Indian Health Service Audits
- Financial Statements
- Cybersecurity and Health Information Technology Audits
- Forensic Auditing
In carrying out these responsibilities, you will provide executive leadership, strategic vision and direction to the staff of the Office of Audit Services, which consists of five Assistant Inspectors General for Audit (SES positions) and their staff, who carry out activities in their assigned portfolio.
As principal auditor, you will:
Plan, direct and control audits of HHS programs; report to the Inspector General on the effectiveness of these audits; and expedite regular and special reports to the IG, Secretary and the Congress of an evaluative nature, together with any necessary
program proposals needing higher level approval for audit program improvements.
Represent the OIG on audit issues before Congressional committees, members of Congress and their staffs, media and at the request of the IG, present testimony on audit issues.
Develop adequate statements of audit goals with the necessary resource requirements as guides for the Inspector General and the Secretary for budgetary hearings and Congressional committees. In addition, serve as an expert witness on program objectives, accomplishments and requirements at budget hearings before Congressional committees.
Contribute to the OIG strategic plan by providing the Office of Audit Services with the required vision and leadership necessary to continue to improve OIG processes, policies and procedures to achieve more effectiveness and efficiency.
Exercise total responsibility for: (i) planning, coordination, and control of all HHS audits; (ii) overseeing the establishment of appropriate standards, criteria, and plans for the scope and frequency of audits; and (iii) analyzing and recommending options for future OAS policy, regulatory, and legislative initiatives.
Serve as the official, technical and programmatic OIG liaison with all agencies, public and private, having a coordinative relationship with HHS audit activity such as Office of Management and Budget, Government Accountability Office (GAO), state and local governments and various national professional groups.
Work under the policy guides established by the Congress, the Secretary and the Inspector General but technical guidance is residual only within applicable statutes, the courts and the GAO. Additionally, represent the Inspector General and Principal
Deputy Inspector General directly in fostering optimum public relationships with all concerned in OIG audits.
Registration with the Selective Service (if applicable). Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
Suitability for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
One-year SES probationary period for initial SES appointment is required.
Must file a Public Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278e) within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
This position requires a Top-Secret clearance. Will be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency
All initial appointments to an SES position are contingent on approval from OPM's Qualifications Review Board unless the selectee has successfully participated in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program.
Qualifications
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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
As a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service (SES), you must show in your resume evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and that is directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications listed below.
To meet the minimum qualification requirements of this position you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.
There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the mandatory Technical Qualifications (TQs).
Technical Qualifications (TQs) -- Mandatory; Your resume (not to exceed 2 pages) should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the following TQs. (Do not submit a separate narrative addressing the TQs):
TQ 1: Demonstrated executive level experience directing and managing a large audit staff assigned to a Headquarters and field units with responsibilities for conducting financial, program, compliance, performance, and economy and efficiency audits for a large multi-level organization.
TQ 3: Demonstrated experience with consensus (team) building in planning, conducting, and presenting audit findings, including interacting with high-level officials in Congress, agencies, and stakeholder support for, and implementation of recommendations.
Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) -- Mandatory; In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.
There are five ECQs:
ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
ECQ 3: Merit and Competence: This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
ECQ 4: Leading People: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
ECQ 5: Achieving Results: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both the individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
Your 2-page executive resume should emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed (e.g. budget, type and number of staff supervised) and program accomplishments, including the results of your actions. See HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED and HOW TO APPLY sections for additional information.
Education
Positive Education Requirement: This position has a positive education requirement as indicated below. A complete transcript showing relevant coursework and degrees must submitted with your application package.
Degree: Accounting or a degree 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. (The term accounting means accounting and/or auditing in this standard. Similarly, accountant should be interpreted, generally, as accountant and/or auditor.)
OR
Combination of education and experience: At least four (4) years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting
experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. Your background must also include one of the following:
1. Twenty-four (24) semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to six (6) hours of business law; or
2. A certificate of Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., fifteen (15) semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester hour requirement (above), provided that (a) you have 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 (2) higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that you have demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and related and underlying fields that equals in breath, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the four (4) years.
Highly Preferred Qualification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Additional information
Veterans' Preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
Security and Background Requirements: A background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.
E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.
Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Financial Disclosure: This position is subject to public financial disclosure requirements. HHS policy requires a pre-appointment review, and your initial report must be filed within 30 days of the effective date of appointment. For more information about Financial Disclosure and OGE Form 278, you may go to the Office of Government Ethics website at www.oge.gov and select Resources for Financial Disclosure Filers.
Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions may be subject to reassignment across geographic, organizational, and functional lines and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.
Relocation: Travel, transportation and relocation expenses may be authorized subject to funds availability and the agency's determination that it would be in the best interest of the Government to authorize such payments as allowed by regulation. If relocation expenses are paid, you may be required to sign a service agreement. Failure to fulfill the service agreement may require repayment of relocation expense allowances.
Political Appointment: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political appointees. If you are currently or have been within the last five (5) years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Noncareer SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
EEO Statement: HHS is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences.
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.
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.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your application package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive core qualifications certified by the U.S. Office Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to this position. The selected individual's application will be forwarded to the OPM for review and certification by the QRB through a Structured Interview process, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. For more information regarding the SES, go to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants.
1. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the mandatory 5 ECQs and TQs for this position. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. Any information submitted in excess of two (2) pages WILL NOT be considered.
2. VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy.
3. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation, if applicable:
CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility. Do not submit an SF-50 that is for an award.
SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Submit copy of your certification for verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification.
CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your most current Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee.
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION: Transcripts, licenses, and/or professional certifications
Some jobs require additional professional certifications. See the job announcement for details.
Do NOT include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as a Social Security Number or Date of Birth on your résumé or any other document.
**IMPORTANT** We strongly encourage you to tailor your executive résumé specifically to ensure it includes relevant examples of how you possess the Technical Qualifications and the Executive Core Qualifications to enable reviewers to assess your eligibility and make qualitative distinctions among candidates for rating and ranking purposes. Your résumé should focus on recent experience and executive-level accomplishments; some reviewers consider experience that is over 10 years old to be stale.
Addressing Executive Qualifications in a Résumé
A well-written résumé prepared in response to a Résumé-based vacancy announcement for an SES position will show reviewers that you possess the ECQs and will describe results (rather than providing a list of duties). Follow the instructions in the vacancy announcement carefully when preparing your résumé and adhere to any specified page limitations. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Full name, email addresses, telephone number
Vacancy announcement number -- HHS-OIG-ES-0511-26-12896730, Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services
Information about paid and nonpaid work experience related to the position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary (pay plan and grade, if applicable)
Educational information, including date and type of any degree received, and professional certifications related to the position
Executive-level training
Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments related to the position
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 PM (EASTERN TIME) ON 04/10/2026.
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 complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement 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 and upload your résumé and/or other required 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.
It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.
Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
OIG Office of Audit Services
330 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20201
US
Next steps
To verify the status of your application, sign in to your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/), 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://help.usajobs.gov/how-to.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
You should expect to receive an update on the outcome of your application within 90 days of the closing date of this announcement or once the selection process is complete.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants.
1. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the mandatory 5 ECQs and TQs for this position. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. Any information submitted in excess of two (2) pages WILL NOT be considered.
2. VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy.
3. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation, if applicable:
CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility. Do not submit an SF-50 that is for an award.
SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Submit copy of your certification for verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification.
CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your most current Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee.
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION: Transcripts, licenses, and/or professional certifications
Some jobs require additional professional certifications. See the job announcement for details.
Do NOT include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as a Social Security Number or Date of Birth on your résumé or any other document.
**IMPORTANT** We strongly encourage you to tailor your executive résumé specifically to ensure it includes relevant examples of how you possess the Technical Qualifications and the Executive Core Qualifications to enable reviewers to assess your eligibility and make qualitative distinctions among candidates for rating and ranking purposes. Your résumé should focus on recent experience and executive-level accomplishments; some reviewers consider experience that is over 10 years old to be stale.
Addressing Executive Qualifications in a Résumé
A well-written résumé prepared in response to a Résumé-based vacancy announcement for an SES position will show reviewers that you possess the ECQs and will describe results (rather than providing a list of duties). Follow the instructions in the vacancy announcement carefully when preparing your résumé and adhere to any specified page limitations. Applicants typically provide the following information:
Full name, email addresses, telephone number
Vacancy announcement number -- HHS-OIG-ES-0511-26-12896730, Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services
Information about paid and nonpaid work experience related to the position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary (pay plan and grade, if applicable)
Educational information, including date and type of any degree received, and professional certifications related to the position
Executive-level training
Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments related to the position
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 PM (EASTERN TIME) ON 04/10/2026.
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 complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement 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 and upload your résumé and/or other required 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.
It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.
Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
OIG Office of Audit Services
330 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20201
US
Next steps
To verify the status of your application, sign in to your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/), 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://help.usajobs.gov/how-to.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
You should expect to receive an update on the outcome of your application within 90 days of the closing date of this announcement or once the selection process is complete.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
