Auditor (Performance)

The duties of the Auditor (Performance) GS-0511 include:

GS-12:

• Assists in planning scheduling conducting and reporting on comprehensive audits evaluations and special inquiries of Department of State USAGM and/or USIBWC activities both domestically and at overseas posts in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation.
• Applies professional standards theories practices and techniques of performance auditing and evaluation including qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze and improve programs identify deficiencies and propose innovative solutions.
• Prepares supporting documentation including analysis of data and conclusions and assist in drafting sections of audit or evaluation reports that provide information on program operations and identify causes of deficiencies determined during the project.
• Plans organizes schedules and prioritizes assigned audit or evaluation work steps; independently perform assigned project steps; and draw conclusions on the efficiency and effectiveness of programs reviewed.
• Communicates audit findings and recommendations effectively both verbally and in writing including leading meetings or representing OIG at internal or external functions and developing clear concise and accurate reports for diverse audiences.
• Coordinates work and maintains effective relationships with managers staff and external officials including conducting interviews and meetings to obtain information resolve issues and encourage opportunities for compromise when stakeholders have diverse viewpoints and goals.

• Plans conducts and participates in comprehensive performance audits evaluations and special inquiries in accordance with GAGAS and Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation of Department of State USAGM and/or USIBWC entities to assess economy efficiency effectiveness and compliance with laws regulations and policies.
• Develops audit scopes objectives methodologies and detailed audit plans including defining team roles establishing priorities and milestones and creating audit program steps for complex multi-site audits where significant issues and undefined problems may arise.
• Identifies analyzes and resolves complex audit issues applying administrative laws regulations and policies; develops new audit approaches where no precedents exist; and provides expert recommendations to refine audit objectives methods and overall direction of audit work.
• Conducts interviews site visits inspections and data collection activities with federal officials program recipients contractors and other stakeholders to gather evidence verify compliance and support findings conclusions and recommendations consistent with professional standards.
• Drafts audit findings conclusions and recommendations prepares work papers and supporting materials and contributes to formal audit reports that serve as the evidentiary basis for corrective actions and management improvements within the audited entity.
• Communicates and negotiates audit results with senior officials including management of audited entities to influence acceptance and implementation of audit recommendations often involving sensitive or controversial issues.
• Provides mentorship guidance and feedback to junior auditors prepares training materials shares information across the audit team and may make on-site decisions while maintaining effective working relationships and coordinating activities with managers and team leaders.

• You must be a U.S. Citizen. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• You may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• All employees will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit may be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• Males born aftermust be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• You will be required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal Employment at the time requested by agency.

Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements including education and any selective placement factors described below by the closing date of this announcement. If there are mandatory education requirements listed below you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript with your application.

Basic Qualification Requirements: The Auditor (Performance) Series 0511 has Individual Occupational Requirements (IORs) which must be met in addition to the specialized experience.

Education Requirements: This position has a positive education requirement as described below:

1. Bachelors Degree or higher degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration finance public administration or accounting. (OIG will also consider degrees in: economics public policy international relations international affairs or political science)

1. 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 applicants background MUST also include one of the following:
   1. A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant obtained through written examination NOTE: You must submit a copy of the transcript(s) and appropriate certification/documentation at the time of application to receive credit for this option; or
   2. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial coursework in auditing or accounting e.g. 15 semester hours. NOTE: You must submit a copy of the transcript(s) that reflects the substantial course work and reflects the semester hours to receive credit for this option.

• Experience in planning and performing government audits using Government Auditing Standards and evaluations using Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation. This includes assisting in the planning scheduling conducting and reporting of comprehensive audits evaluations and special inquiries.
• Experience applying professional standards and analytical methods. This includes applying professional standards theories practices and techniques of performance auditing and evaluation including qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze and improve programs and propose solutions for deficiencies.
• Experience communicating audit results. This includes effectively communicating audit findings and recommendations both verbally and in writing including developing clear concise and accurate audit or evaluation reports for diverse audiences.
• Experience coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. This includes planning and coordinating work with manager staff and external officials including conducting interviews and meetings to obtain information and resolve issues related to audit or evaluation projects.

• Experience in planning conducting and leading performance audits using Government Auditing Standards and evaluations using Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation in complex environments. This includes the ability to plan organize and execute comprehensive audits and evaluations of U.S. government programs.
• Experience in analyzing and interpreting program and management operations. This includes applying qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze performance data to evaluate the economy efficiency and effectiveness of program and management operations to identify instances of fraud waste and mismanagement and to determine compliance with laws regulations and policies.
• Experience in effective communication and reporting of audit findings. This includes preparing clear concise and accurate audit reports; briefing management on audit progress; and presenting findings conclusions and recommendations to senior officials and stakeholders.
• Experience in coordinating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. This includes coordinating information and schedules for site visits with agency offices and external parties leading interviews with U.S. government officials and program recipients and maintaining effective relationships with staff and officials of audited entities.