Deputy Inspector General
Washington, DC - USA
Job Summary
This position is located in the Immediate Office of the Inspector General in Washington DC. The mission of the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is to detect and deter fraud waste abuse and misconduct in the Department of Justice (DOJ). In addition the OIG assists DOJ managers in promoting integrity economy efficiency and effectiveness of DOJ programs and operations.
The Deputy Inspector General is a member of the Senior Executive Service (SES) and OIGs senior leader and provides executive leadership over the day-to-day administration and operations of the OIG. The DIG participates with the IG in establishing program policies objectives and priorities and develops the strategic plans for accomplishing the OIG mission including exercising the following responsibilities:
- Oversees critical organizational functions involving criminal investigations inspections audits and legal programs.
- Provides the necessary input on Attorney General and Congressional inquiries relating to OIG matters;
- Provides advice and assistance to the IG on key issues affecting the organization including political legal economic social technological and administrative factors impacting the functions and work of the OIG;
- Participates in the overall management and supervision of assigned resources;
- Assigns special projects and workload determines staffing requirements prepares and/ or approves budget submissions and exercises executive management authority in carrying out the functions and activities of the OIG.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI 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 must successfully pass and are subject to random drug screenings.
- You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
- You may be subject to a one-year SES probationary period unless excepted by regulation.
- You must be registered for the Selective Service if applicable.
The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. To meet the minimum qualification requirements applicants must show clear evidence of their demonstrated skills experience and leadership ability by addressing the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) within their resume. The resume-based application should NOT EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience education and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications you may not receive consideration for the position.
There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race sex color religion or national origin.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs):Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.
MTQ 1: Inspector General Oversight and Accountability
Demonstrated expert knowledge of the principles authorities standards and practices governing Offices of Inspectors General including oversight of audits investigations inspections evaluations and legal programs. Demonstrated ability to apply this expertise to direct complex oversight activities ensure compliance with applicable laws regulations and professional standards and promote accountability integrity and effectiveness across a large federal organization.
MTQ 2: Strategic Executive Management of a Federal Oversight Organization
Demonstrated expertise in the executive management of a complex federal oversight organization including resource management organizational operations and advising senior government officials on legal operational legislative and policy matters. Demonstrated ability to align organizational priorities with mission objectives while ensuring effective stewardship of resources and successful execution of agency programs.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):In addition to the Mandatory Technical Qualifications listed above all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and MTQs you may not receive further consideration for the position.
There are five ECQs:
- ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law and commitment to serve the American people.
- ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources budget effectively cut wasteful spending and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
- ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
- ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organizations vision mission and goals and to drive a high-performance high-accountability culture. This includes when necessary the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
- ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Veterans Preference: Veterans preference is not applicable to the SES. 5 USC 2108(3) which defines preference eligible indicates this does not include applicants for or members of the Senior Executive Service.
Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical organizational and functional lines and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.
DOJ EEO Statement/Policy: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people we welcome applicants from the many communities identities races ethnicities backgrounds abilities religions and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31 1959 you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: .
Conditions of Employment: Only U.S. Citizens or Nationals are eligible for employment. Dual citizens of the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All DOJ applicants both U.S. citizens and non-citizens whose job location is with the U.S. must meet the residency requirement. For a total of three (not necessarily consecutive years) of the five years immediately prior to applying for a position the applicant must have: 1) resided in the U.S. 2) worked for the U.S. overseas in a Federal or military capacity; or 3) been a dependent of a Federal or military employee serving oversees.
There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:
Noncriminal Justice Applicants Privacy Rights for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting which includes Rap Back
FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation) and
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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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
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