ASSISTANT IG FOR INVESTIGATIONS AND AUDIT

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Duties

You will report to the IG and manage the Command Hotline, which provides command-wide support for anonymous or confidential means to report concerns of fraud, waste, abuse, or gross mismanagement.

You will serve as an Office of Inspector General (OIG) credentialed Investigator at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), operating under the investigative authority of the Naval Inspector General Hotline Program.

You will evaluate allegations of fraud, waste, and/or abuse at NRL, and at all NRL sites, as well as for programs and contracts that involve NRL funding, resources, or personnel.

You will conduct and lead administrative investigations into complaints that are referred from the Department of Defense and Department of Navy fraud Hotlines, as well as from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and the NRL Hotline.

You will coordinate audits, surveys, and inspections performed by GAO, OMB, Naval Audit Service, and other external audit and evaluation agencies.

You will assist in inspections and evaluations directed by the Commanding Officer and Director of Research, to determine the scope and depth of review and adjust as necessary.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NO-03 pay band (GS-11/12 grade level) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Expertise and knowledge in CIGIE investigations, audit & evaluation, and inspection general practices to oversee investigations and audits in a basic, exploratory, and advanced scientific and technology (S&T) environment; 2) Ability to interpret and apply regulations, policies, and procedures, (e.g., COMPGEN Decisions, SECNAV Instructions); 3) Ability to gather and analyze data in order to make sound recommendations; and 4) Skill in fact finding, analytical and problem-solving methods and techniques to evaluate information concerning the management processes. This position has a Selective Placement factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates. This OIG credentialed position requires certification, including successful completion of the NAVINSGEN Team Member, Intake Specialist, Basic Investigator, Advanced Investigator, and Military Whistleblower Reprisal Protections (MWBR) courses, or equivalent investigations training courses recognized by NAVINSGEN (e.g., the Department of Defense (DoD) Joint IG School, the Air Force IG School, or the Army IG School). This position requires continuing education through annual training. This position requires demonstrated expertise and knowledge in DoD IG, Navy IG, and CIGIE investigations, audit & evaluation, and inspection general practices to oversee investigations and audits in a basic, exploratory, and advanced scientific and technology (S&T) environment. In addition, the position requires knowledge or training in the machinations of a working capital fund (WCF). Working in an S&T environment funded through WCF is more complicated due to extensive outside collaborations involving international and other United States government, academia, private industry, and Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDC), as well as sponsor involvement. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1800/general-inspection-investigation-enforcement-and-compliance-series-1801/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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 translates directly to paid employment.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

How to apply To apply, please send your application, to include your resume, transcripts and any supporting documentation for qualifications, via Box at: https://navalresearchlab.app.box.com/f/ab08f24daad34685921f1c8e6144ed3a For your application, please combine all files into one PDF with resume and supporting documents labeled last name, first name for easier review. Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Other information This announcement uses the DoD Direct Hire Authority for Mission Support to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability to successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or final job offer being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.