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INSPECTOR GENERAL (TITLE 5)

Department of the Army
Army National Guard Units
Inspector General (IG) Office

Summary

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.

This is a Temporary Promotion GS-1801-13 INSPECTOR GENERAL (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T63769000 and is part of the MO Chief of Joint Staff. This is a non-bargaining position.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/09/2026 to 04/23/2026
Salary
$106,437 - $138,370 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Jefferson City, MO
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary promotion
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
13
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
MO-12933695-AR-26-092
Control number
864640500

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: All qualified permanent and indefinite Title 5 National Guard employees who are currently working for the Missouri Army National Guard.

Duties

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  • Performs Investigation of Fraud, Waste, and Abuse, Whistle Blower Reprisal, and Restriction IAW USC 1070 and DOD IG Policy.
  • Oversees Investigations into IG misconduct or mishandling.
  • Oversees investigations of FWA or any other violation of law, regulation or policy.
  • Determines responsiveness of organizational replies and adequacy of response/corrective actions taken to issues referred to the command for investigation.
  • Deals directly with the commanders and upper-level leadership in the resolution of issues and complaints.
  • Maintains, controls, and follows up on each case until resolved and closed.
  • Inspects assigned areas to identify procedural deficiencies and compliance with regulatory procedures.
  • Manages a follow-up program for reported deficiencies through contacts within DOD/DA/SAF/NGB/State IG offices/Internal Review/AAA/ inspected agencies, commands and activities.
  • Examines and analyzes data and narrative information.
  • Conduct special and follow-up inspections, inquiries, and investigations as directed by the NGB IG or TAG.
  • Reviews pre-deployment individual and unit checklists to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.
  • Assigns work, establishes priorities, and ensures technical quality of work products.
  • Provides professional, seasoned analysis and advice to the Wing IG.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Employee must be a citizen of the United States by birth or naturalization.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • Position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Management retains the right to terminate the temporary promotion action without further notice.
  • Selected individual will return to their former position when the temporary promotion is terminated.
  • This is a temporary position for 2 years, maybe extended up to a total of 4 years,
  • Employee will be required to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
  • Must successfully graduate from the U.S. Army Inspector General School and maintain certification in accordance with this regulation.
  • Pre-employment drug testing and participation in random drug testing is a condition of employment.
  • Employee must have moral attributes and personal traits that demonstrate adherence to Army and Air Force Values, and the Army Civilian Corps Creed.
  • Employee must have no record of criminal punishment except for minor offenses or derogatory information contained in IG records as screened by the USAIGA and SAF-IG.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of this position that demonstrates skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit; effective two-way radio or telephone communication; write English in reports and presentation formats; communicate orally and in writing clearly and effectively; skill in interpersonal communications, empathy, and effective listening; organize thoughts, research materials, and manage case projects; and skill in comprehending and interpreting directives and laws.

GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least one year of experience equivalent to the GS 12 grade level that provided expert knowledge of all applicable Inspector General Program principles and practices related to federal civilian, military, and National Guard, operational, administrative and technical programs; experience planning for and executing inspector general programs and using software data systems; ability to receive and accurately resolve complaints by listening and providing assistance to the complainant in identifying the problem; ability to make oral and written reports, presentations, and prepare graphs and charts; knowledge of a broad range of management, leadership, and organizational situations that will, or has the potential to, affect the command's policies and procedures; and experience identifying potentially controversial findings, issues, or problems with widespread impacts.

Must possess The Inspector General School (TIGS) certification - proof of certification must be submitted with application.
Must possess Whistleblower Reprisal Investigations certification - proof of certification must be submitted with application.

Education

This job does not have a qualification requirement that allows substitution of education for specialized experience.

Additional information

Selective Service Act:
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Army National Guard Units

This a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.

The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!

Agency contact information

Chelsea Kirchner
Phone
573-638-9500 X39811
Email
chelsea.n.kirchner.civ@army.mil
Address
MO Chief of Joint Staff
2302 Militia Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65101-1203
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