Career Opportunities
U.S. AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Office of the Inspector General
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION: Auditor - GS-0511-9/12
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 05-44
Opening Date: Tuesday, November 23, 2005
CLOSING DATE: Tuesday, December 21, 2005
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
LOCATION: 1 vacancy - Washington, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from US Citizens, from current and former competitive service Federal employees, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.
JOB SUMMARY: This position serves as an Auditor in the Information Technology and Special Audits Division, (ITSA) Office of Audit (IG/A), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The incumbent performs such audits in compliance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS.
Key Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship
Background and/or Security Investigation required.
Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
Major Duties:
The incumbent of this position performs audits of Agency programs, focusing on information management and technology issues, in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards. The purpose of these audits is to determine whether the programs are being carried out in compliance with laws, regulations, and agreements; are being administered efficiently and economically; and are achieving the desired results or benefits. This work requires the development of audit programs and procedures necessary to conduct audits; the ability to gather and analyze evidence and to write clear, concise audit reports; and the coordination of audit matters with USAID managers and other U.S. and foreign government officials. The auditor is subject to occasional world-wide travel where USAID activities are being implemented. Successful applicants must be self-starters capable of doing independent audit work under the general supervision of a Lead Auditor.
The incumbent may serve as the senior member of a team of 4 to 6 auditors. As required, the incumbent may assist the Assistant Director in providing guidance to the audit team members to ensure successful and timely accomplishment of the audit objectives. For example, the incumbent researches and reviews Federal laws and regulations, procedural manuals and references, and records of congressional hearings to identify legislative, regulatory, and procedural requirements for conducting audits; coordinates activities and provides technical direction to professional audit staff. The incumbent also briefs the Assistant Director on progress of audits and identifies problems such as the need to expand the scope and commit additional resources.
Incentive Payments
The OIG may pay the following recruiting incentives to qualified candidates possessing the specialized experience described in this announcement:
lump-sum recruitment bonus of up to 25 percent of the annual rate of basic pay to a new employee;
higher pay rate than the minimum to a new employee with superior qualifications;
travel and relocation expenses for prospective new employees;
Finally, employee may:
qualify for up to $100 per month for commuting costs, if using public transportation and/or
choose to work flexible or compressed work schedules.
Qualifications:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
A. Degree - accounting; or a degree in a related field, such as business administration, finance, or public administration, that includes or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. (The term 'accounting' means 'accounting and/or auditing' in this standard. Similarly, 'accountant' should be interpreted, generally, as 'accountant and/or auditor.')
OR
B. Combination of education and experience - at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:
1. Twenty-four (24) semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours in business law;
2. A certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24- semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that:
(a) the applicant has successfully demonstrated the ability to perform work of the GS-11 or higher grade level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining;
(b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and
(c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.
In addition to meeting the basic qualification requirements, applicants must have specialized experience and/or directly related education in the amounts shown below:
GS-09: 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Master's or equivalent graduate degree related to the position being filled or 1 year specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-7 level in the Federal service. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: (1) Participates in performance audit assignments including surveys, audits, follow-up audits, incurred cost audits, and special audits and analyses; (2) Gathers data in support of audit objectives; (3) Assists in documenting results of analyses in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
GS-11: 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree related to the position being filled. 1 year specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-9 level in the Federal service. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: (1) Helps ensure implementation of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS); (2) Documents findings in workpapers, formulates conclusions and prepares segments of written reports; (3) Participates in negotiations with Agency management of the acceptance of audit findings and the resolution of conflicts concerning the adoption of audit recommendations.
GS-12: 1 year equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal government. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: (1) Researches and reviews Federal laws and regulations, procedural manuals and references and records of Congressional hearings for the purpose of identifying legislative, regulatory, and procedural requirements for conducting performance audits; (2) Performs quality reviews of audit reports, surveys, and special studies conducted by independent accounting firms.
To qualify based on education, submit copy of transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Application materials will not be returned.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position.
In order to qualify for this position, you must possess a Top Secret security clearance.
You must meet time-in-grade restrictions by the closing date of this announcement.
You will be required to make occasional travel.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and on the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities (KSA's) associated with this position as defined below. The information provided in the KSA responses will be heavily relied upon in the rating process. Applicants must prepare a concise narrative addressing EACH of the KSA's listed. Responses must be separate from the application form.
1. Professional knowledge of practices, methods, and techniques of auditing required to independently plan and conduct complex audits of Agency IT operations and programs.
2. Experience auditing, evaluating, or participating in the planning, design, development, deployment and operation of major automated information systems.
3. Experience auditing or evaluating policies, procedures, practices, and controls for key information resources management functions, such as, strategic planning, investment analysis processes, systems security practices, or enterprise architecture processes, etc.
4. Ability to effectively prepare written audit reports, memoranda and other documents and to present auditees with briefings that are informative and persuasive.
How To Apply:
Mail your applications so it will be postmarked by closing date and received within five (5) working days of that date. If hand delivered, be sure your application is received by closing date.
All applicants, including current USAID and USAID/OIG employees, must submit one of the following application forms:
1. Resume and OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment
2. OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment and OF-306
Your application must contain all of the following information or it will be incomplete:
Announcement number, and title and grade(s) of position; if applying for more than one grade level or job, submit an application for each grade level or job applying for;
Full name, date of birth, social security number, complete mailing address and day and evening phone numbers, country of citizenship, veterans' preference, if applicable, reinstatement eligibility, and highest Federal civilian grade held;
High school - name city and state, date of diploma or GED;
Colleges and universities name, city, and state, major, type and year of any degrees received;
Job title, duties and accomplishments; employer s name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, hours per week, salary; do not incorporate or attach position descriptions;
Indicate whether we may contact your current supervisor; and
Job related training courses, job related licenses and certificates, job related honors, awards, and special achievements.
OTHER DOCUMENTS REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO THE APPLICATION FORM:
Narrative statement (written by applicant) explaining his/her experience relative to the KSA's above. Do not respond by referring to an item number on your application or by repeating material on your application.
Current performance appraisal dated within the last 18 months, if currently employed in the Federal Government.
SF 50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing competitive status, if applicable.
Documentation showing proof of eligibility as a surplus or displaced employee.
Handicapped applicants, disabled veterans, and VRA's or any others eligible for a noncompetitive appointment under special appointing authorities must clearly specify this eligibility on their application and attach documentation.
If you are an eligible Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other candidates for this position. Those who have special selection priority rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified to receive special consideration. CTAP and ICTAP eligibles will be considered well-qualified if they receive a score of 90 or above. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 90 or above on the rating criteria (KSA's) for this position.
ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a 'Notice of Personnel Action' (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15, 'Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference' plus the proof required by that form.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; certain Vietnam era and disabled veterans; returned volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, etc.
Please indicate the type of special appointment you are seeking, if any, on your application and follow all other instructions for applying shown in this announcement.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure that his/her application is complete. The personnel office will not be responsible for soliciting additional information from applicants.
Applications will be evaluated separately for Federal employees who have competitive status and candidates from other sources. If you have competitive status and submit only one application it will be considered under merit promotion procedures. If you wish to be considered under both procedures, you must submit two (2) complete applications.
If you are a current or former federal employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF50) and a copy of your most recent Performance Appraisal.
Application mailed using government postage or through an internal federal government mail system will not be considered.
Contact Information:
Avis Washington
Phone: 202-712-4189
Fax: 202-216-3392
Internet: awashington@usaid.gov
Or write:
US Agency for International Development
1300 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
IG/M/HC, Room 8.07A
Washington, DC 20523-8700
US
Fax: 202-216-3392
What To Expect Next: Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
Benefits:
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life
Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci
New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI
Tele-work / telecommuting may be made available after you have come on board. More info: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#TELE
Alternative work schedule options are available.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.
Other Information:
You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.
The materials you send with your application will not be returned.
Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application. Please do not place your application in a notebook or binder.
If you are selected at a grade lower than the highest shown in this listing, you will be placed under a career development plan and can be non-competitively promoted when you successfully complete the requirements for the higher grade.
Before entering on duty, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450. You will need to provide the information annually.
EEO Policy Statement
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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