Inspector General

The competencies below are required for this position.  Those marked with a double asterisk (**) are considered the most critical competencies for this position.

A candidate's resume must show a proven record of accomplishment that clearly demonstrates he or she has:

Ability to plan, develop, and direct large or complex audits and evaluations from inception to completion, including IT audits**: The successful candidate has the ability to plan, develop and direct large, complex audits, including IT audits for a Federal agency or other organization from inception to completion based on analysis of threats, vulnerabilities, laws, regulations, emerging issues, or political climate. This includes the ability to gather, compile, and analyze data derived from a variety of sources, draw conclusions, report audit findings, and make recommendations for improvement.

Ability to provide leadership and engagement for internal and external communications with multiple audiences**: The successful candidate has the ability to provide leadership and participation in an agency’s internal and external communications to influence, motivate, and/or persuade persons or groups in order to advance the goals and objectives of the agency. This includes engaging with multiple audiences such as Congressional Staff, Agency Heads, Federal and State Officials, Special Committees, and the general public. Actions resulted in improved functioning of and improved profile for the organization or agency.

Knowledge of audit and evaluation approaches and techniques to assess program outcomes to improve program efficiency and effectiveness**: The successful candidate has the ability to apply knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards, as well as other government standards, to assess program outcomes for purposes of improving program efficiency and effectiveness.

Ability to plan, coordinate, and/or supervise investigations or inspections in a federal agency: The successful candidate has the ability to plan, coordinate, and/or supervise investigations or inspections in a federal agency and demonstrate proficiency in the following: 1) determine patterns and trends of complex activities, 2) apply knowledge of relevant federal laws, regulations, and policies, and 3) recommend appropriate course(s) of action.

Ability to supervise, manage and lead a diverse workforce: The successful candidate has the ability to supervise, manage and lead a diverse workforce and demonstrated proficiency in the following competencies: 1) Assessed current/future staffing needs based on organizational goals; 2) Developed/implemented short/long-term staffing plans; 3) Recruited/hired, and took action to remove employees; 4) Delegated work/encouraged employee participation in decision making; 5) Encouraged/leveraged diversity and inclusiveness; 6) Coached/promoted development of staff, including subordinate supervisors; 7) Demonstrated fair/ethical treatment and managed conflicts in a positive manner; 8) Managed performance by communicating expectations, giving constructive feedback, holding staff accountable, and taking corrective actions; 9) Creating/fostering an environment encouraging a high standard of ethics; 10) Demonstrated flexibility by adjusting priorities to meet demands; 11) Demonstrated commitment to consistent/high-quality customer service.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing: The successful candidate has communicated effectively in both formal and informal settings with colleagues and others.