Auditor - Mail Safety & Security Directorate

Summary Do you want to make an impact? The United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) is seeking a qualified applicant to fill our Auditor positions within Office of Audit's Mail Safety & Security directorate, located in: Bethesda, MD Denver, CO Raleigh, NC St. Charles, MO Bring your skills and voice to our team! Learn more about this agency Duties About Our Directorate The Mail Safety & Security directorate coordinates with the United States Postal Inspection Service in performance audits. Our audits aim to protect the sanctity of the mail and promote program integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness within the US Postal Service and US Postal Inspection Service. To learn more, visit: About Us | Office of Audit About the Position: The Auditor role requires the individual to be highly motivated and experienced in conducting program and performance audits. The employee is to serve as a full-performance senior member of an audit team conducting systematic performance, financial, or attestation reviews and audits of Postal Service programs and operations, including assessments of efficiency, adequacy of internal controls; compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and/or contracts; and detection of fraud, waste, and abuse. You will have skills in performing all necessary functions of an audit throughout the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases, individually and as a member of an audit team, with limited oversight in accordance with USPS OIG policies and procedures and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards. As a successful candidate, you will have relevant experience in: Functioning as a member in a high-performing team. Conducting audits in topic areas which are complex or in emerging fields, such as fleet electrification and sustainability strategies and programs. Designing audit plans, including helping identify objectives, risks, scopes, methodologies, fieldwork, data analysis, and project tasks that provide a clear path for developing convincing findings and actionable recommendations. Executing data collection efforts, ensuring that evidence collected is reliable, sufficient, relevant, and properly documented in the project work papers. Producing audit deliverables and documentation such as reports, findings, action plans, and workpapers to communicate information clearly, concisely, and accurately to internal and external stakeholders. Presenting oral briefings to management and other stakeholders, including communicating project status and results. Reviewing and interpreting complex documents such as policies, procedures, contracts, and other financial documents to determine accuracy in accordance with procedures, internal directives, and regulatory requirements. Selecting and applying appropriate quantitative and qualitative analytical methods and tools to collect, arrange, process, and present data, develop conclusions; and make recommendations. Using critical thinking and audit and programmatic knowledge to identify risks; understand trends and developments; prioritize work; evaluate strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions; develop novel approaches to problems; and reach insightful conclusions. Representing the organization in meetings with officials from the Postal Service, other agencies, industry groups, or other internal or and members of external organizations. Providing technical expertise, support, and guidance to auditors and other staff. The duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The preceding description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations. Compensation: The USPS OIG is an Excepted Service agency, uses a Pay Banding system, which is equivalent to the Federal GS scale. Grade and salary determinations will be made based upon a candidate's education and professional experience. This position is being advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to a GS-11/12/13. The salary range for this position is $76,573.00 - $158,322.00. The salary figures include locality pay. For locality table specifics, visit: OPM's General Schedule (GS). Career Advancement Opportunities: Non-competitive promotion up to a GS-13 equivalent level is possible through our career ladder program. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to pass a drug screening. Must be able to pass a background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (Tier-5) clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card. May be required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period. Qualifications Position Minimum Qualification Requirements You must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below. Professional Experience Requirement: Two to four (2-4) years of professional, full-time experience conducting program and/or performance audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards at an Office of Inspector General or similar audit organization to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of programs, functions, and operations (your resume must reflect where, when, and how you gained this experience.) Education Requirement: Degree in auditing or in a related field (please see below list for related field degree list) such as business administration, finance, public administration, or accounting (must submit transcripts from an accredited college or university.) OR A combination of education and experience - at least four (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: Certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), 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 (must submit transcripts from an accredited college or university.) Auditor (0511) Related and Accepted Degrees: Business Related, including but not limited to: Auditing, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Organizational Behavior/Psychology, etc. Government Related, including but not limited to: Criminal Justice, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, Public Relations/Communications, etc. Technically Related, including but not limited to: Engineering, Cybersecurity, Human Resources, Information Technology, Journalism/Investigative Reporting, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, etc. Desirable Qualifications Advanced degree. Professional certification(s), i.e.: CPA or CIA. Proficiency in data analytics tools such as R, ACL, or similar platforms, with a strong ability to apply programming skills for advanced data analysis and visualization to enhance audit processes and decision-making. Evaluation Factors | How you will be evaluated: You must have the experience, knowledge, and skills as listed in each of the evaluation factors listed below. Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements and factors in your resume. Comprehensive knowledge of organizational or program practices, policies, and functions sufficient to plan and conduct a variety of demanding assignments independently and to develop or modify methods and techniques to resolve a variety of complex problems. Expert knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards sufficient to ensure compliance by the audit team. Demonstrated ability to select and use appropriate data analytics methods and tools applicable to large data sets to reach conclusions and develop audit impact. Demonstrated ability to develop findings and make audit recommendations independently. Demonstrated ability to write communications that convey concise and comprehensive information on matters of a complex nature, which are appropriate for the targeted audience and require minimal editing. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all the preceding evaluation factor requirements will result in a score of zero (0), an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration. Education Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation here: www.ed.gov. Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education: Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S. credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities. For further information visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional information Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Exempt. (Nonexempt employees are entitled to overtime pay; Exempt employees are not). Reasonable Accommodations This agency provides Reasonable Accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please send an email to [email protected]. The decision on granting an accommodation request will be made on a case-by-case basis. Expand Hide  additional information 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. Benefits 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. USPS OIG Benefits Overview Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the USPS OIG As a result of the passage of the Postal Service Reform Act of 2022 (PSRA), USPS employees (including USPS OIG) and retirees will transition from the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program to the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program effective January 1, 2025. Detailed information about eligibility and enrollment will be provided upon hiring. For more information, visit the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program website at https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/pshb/. Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Care Insurances and Flexible Spending Options For information, please visit https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/Guide-Me/Federal-Employees/. Visit the 'Guide to PSHB Plans' for a comprehensive PSHB plan comparison tool and an educational tool that explains how Medicare B works: https://www.checkbook.org/pshb/ Retirement and Thrift Savings For more information about these programs see opm.gov/retirement-center and tsp.gov. Flexible Work Schedules USPS OIG offers a range of family-friendly flexibilities including flexible work schedules and employee assistance programs. Leave and Holidays In addition to eleven (11) paid holidays each year, you will earn thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave and thirteen (13) to twenty-six (26) paid vacation days each year depending on your years of service. Review our 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.