The Office of Inspector General (OIG), works within the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to prevent or stop waste, fraud and abuse in departmental programs. The OIG also consults with the Congress about programs in progress and proposed new laws and regulations. The OIG carries out its mission by issuing audit reports, evaluations, and management advisories with findings and recommendations to improve program delivery and performance.
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the BASIC REQUIREMENTS & SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. Basic Requirements for Performance Auditors Degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration or accounting. or Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-15: To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience supervising members of a diverse and inclusive workforce; experience serving as a technical expert in the areas of assigned audits; experience developing annual and long-range audit plans; experience directing all phases of audit work; experience conducting entrance and exit conferences, maintaining close liaison with program and management officials representing auditees throughout the audit process, and interfacing effectively with agency officials; and experience ensuring effectiveness of audit teams. Please ensure that your resume and application provide enough detail to support your answers to the Vacancy Specific Questions. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE on-line resume, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Please make sure that the experience/education as described on your resume contains accurate and sufficient information that clearly supports your responses to all of the questions for this position. If you exaggerate or falsify your experience, education and/or your responses to questions, your ratings are subject to change or you may be removed from employment consideration. DEFINITION OF COMPETENCIES Auditing- Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures for conducting performance, financial, and economy and efficiency audits, as well as attestation engagements. Communication (Oral and Written)- Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is accurate, clear, and appropriate for the intended audience. Planning and Evaluating- Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes. Technical Competence – Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
This position is located in the Office of Inspector General, Principal Assistant Inspector General for Auditing and Evaluation, Assistant Inspector General for Aviation Audits. As a Supervisory Auditor (Program Director) you will: Direct the performance of audits and lead audit teams in the objective and systemic examination of records, management reports, management controls, policies and practices affecting or reflecting the operating results of highway and transit programs, done in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards. Direct teams in identifying appropriate sources for gathering data. Direct teams in determining the effectiveness of organizations, programs and activities, and examining whether an entity is complying with all applicable laws and regulations. Modify objectives, work plans, guidelines, scope, methods, staff requirements, and time schedules to meet project needs and ensure milestones are met. Direct the teams in developing annual and long-range audit plans, provide technical advice and guidance to subordinate staff for audit activities and coordination functions, and maintain close liaisons with Department program and management officials in the areas of assigned responsibility. Provide training and direct the team members to conduct the survey; prepare the audit (evaluation and review) program; provide technical guidance to lower level staff assigned to the audit; and to conduct entrance and exit conferences with the auditee. Lead the exit conference with DOT officials of the activity under review to present findings and recommendations as appropriate. Provide training and direct the team to prepare and/or review working papers and write debriefs and draft reports. Monitor and manage team member performance. Ensure that all steps of the audit are appropriately documented in working papers using Pentana and ensure that all assigned work has been posted and updated by team members within assigned milestones. Manage report preparation and ensure effectiveness of presentation, adequacy of supporting data, and conformance with policies and standards. May be required to lead the preparation of Congressional testimony, including supervising (1) the preparation of the written and oral statements, (2) the research and assembly of supporting documentation, and (3) quality of the product all within established time frames. Prepare periodic progress reports for OIG senior management and keep management informed of all issues related to their assigned projects or areas of expertise in a timely manner.