This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/494111800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
These positions are in the Office of Audit Services (OAS), in OIG/HHS. OAS examines the performance of HHS programs and/or HHS grantees and contractors in implementing their responsibilities and provides independent assessments of HHS programs and operations. These assessments 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. It conducts its work 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.
The positions are for current students enrolled in an accredited college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate. This is an excepted service, developmental appointment under the OIG Pathways Internship Program. After the Intern successfully completes the developmental program and meets the OPM Qualification Standards for an Auditor, OIG may non-competitively convert the Intern to a term or permanent appointment in the competitive service.
Conversion is not an entitlement or guarantee and is based on the needs of OIG. This position has no known promotion potential. This position may have the flexibility for a full-time work schedule. To be eligible for conversion to an Auditor GS-511, the intern must meet the positive education requirements. Upon conversion, the Auditor GS-511 position has promotion potential to the GS-12 grade level.
03/19/2018 to 03/23/2018
$14.30 - $21.29 per hour
GS 4
Occasional travel - 10 % or less; travel is not expected when school is in session
No
Internships
Part-Time
4
No
HHS-OIG-IN-4-10162714
494111800
Open to any U.S. Citizen, at least 16 years old, who is a student that is enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate.
As a Student Trainee (Auditor) GS-599-04, the nature of the work is developmental in performing a variety of audit assignments. Assignments involve conducting either segments of audits or complete audits of internal agency programs. Audit assignments are either well precedented or occasion the use of conventional auditing techniques in gathering and evaluating the pertinent data. Reconciles data, reviewing records and source documents to identify the sources of discrepancies; and identifies deviations to senior auditors. Prepares spreadsheets; abstracts data reflecting financial condition and operating results; and presents this data in the form of reports. Give presentations to a group on the status of a project or assignment. Interact with people at many levels to exchange facts or information related to work assignments.
Apply research techniques and problem solving methods to interpret and analyze issues of a procedural or factual nature. Examines data to verify the reasonableness and adequacy of supporting data. Prepares worksheets or reports reflecting the examinations made, discrepancies noted, and the corrective entries required. Reviews the efficiency of clerical processes and compliance with prescribed procedures; and recommends improvements such as the need for coordination, additional training, or clarification of procedures to reduce errors or processing delays.
Studies system problems caused by erroneous posting and program changes. Compose correspondence based on research, oral instructions or information from files. Use MS Word processing software to prepare memorandums, letters, and standard operating procedures for regular and routing functions. Use Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint or similar program to create briefings, presentations, etc. Attends conferences and training.
Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click on the link for a list of accrediting organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials.
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. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.
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.
Veterans' Preference Documentation: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 (Member 4 copy),or other official documentation from a branch of the Armed Forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs showing dates of service and type of discharge. 10 point preference eligibles must also submit an Application for 10-point Veteran Preference, SF-15, along with the required documentation listed on the back of the SF-15 form. An SF-15 may be found at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. For more information on veterans' preference, go to: http://www.opm.gov/Veterans.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed application and your responses to job specific self-assessment questions. Your application will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate possession of any specialized experience and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement.
The self-assessment questions relate to the following Competencies:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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 begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
A complete application package for this vacancy must be received on-line via the USA Staffing web site by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/23/2018 to receive consideration. Mailed/emailed applications will not be accepted.
Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application you may use the following link: https://applicationmanager.gov.
If you are unable to apply online and have the required information, please call 1-478-744-2360 to start your Alternate Application. You will connected with a member of our staff who will initiate the Alternate Application process. More information on the Alternate Application process can be viewed at the following link: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Alternate_Application_Information.
Questions regarding this vacancy or the application process should be directed to the HR Specialist. The HR Specialist can be reached at (855) 291-2284. Someone is available to answer phone calls and emails from 9:00 AM through 5:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday excluding Federal holidays.
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.
You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/494111800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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