Summary
This position is part of the Department of War (DoW), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will be responsible serving as the Staff Auditor within the Internal Review Organization, and receives progressively more responsible assignments after proficient experience and training levels are met and may be non-competitively promoted to the target position pending all requirements being met.
Duties
Salary Ranges are the following unless statutory/regulatory rates prevail. For the Colorado Springs, CO Location: $41,811 to $99,650 includes locality of 20.15% locality For the Fort Belvoir, VA Location: $46,610 to $111,087 includes locality of 33.94% locality. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position is being filled under AcqDemo Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for non-acquisition positions involving 51% or more of time in direct support of acquisition positions within Business and Technical Management Professional Career path. As a Staff Auditor at the NH-0511-2 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Serving as a staff auditor within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Internal Review (IR) organization. The overall responsibilities in the NH-II position are substantially the same as those covered in the full-performance NH-III Senior Auditor job description, with the exception that the incumbent works under closer supervision and operates in a developmental capacity. Assignments and training are aimed at preparing the auditor to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the full-performance duties and transition to Level III Factors of Problem Solving and Leadership/Supervision. Receiving progressively more responsible assignments after proficient experience and training levels are met. The auditor may be non-competitively promoted to the next higher grade when all of the following conditions are met satisfactory completion of career development and training requirements; assumption of the higher-level duties; completion or attainment of all qualification requirements; the availability of funds; and the decision of management to take the action. Under close supervision and with mentoring, coaching, and feedback, the staff auditor assists senior personnel by: Conducting audits in compliance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), evaluations in alignment with Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation, and follow-up reviews on recommendations. Ensuring all work complies with professional standards and IR policies and procedures. Helping identify and apply relevant laws, regulations, policies, guidance, and other criteria when executing projects. Assisting in reviewing and evaluating data using both quantitative and qualitative research methods-such as sampling, questionnaires, interviews, and analysis of computer-processed data-to assess the effectiveness of programs and operations. Identifying existing and potential problem areas and recommending solutions. Preparing clear, well-documented draft work papers and reports. Collaborating with team members to identify relevant facts, ensuring evidence is sufficient and reliable to support findings, and helping develop recommendations that are well-supported, meaningful, practical, and actionable. Contributing to the success of projects by maintaining open and professional communication with team members and IR leadership. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external organizations. Participating in interviews and meetings to collect information and assisting in briefing leadership on progress and results. Assisting in conducting hotline inquiries, including developing inquiry plans, gathering and analyzing evidence related to complaint allegations, and drawing fact-based conclusions to substantiate or not substantiate allegations. Assisting in developing corrective action recommendations as appropriate and preparing and coordinates inquiry reports
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
How you will be evaluated
We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the " Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp)" eligibility. If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. Appointment of Department of Defense Spouses (NonComp Civ Sp): Are you the spouse of a current Department of Defense, Department of State, or intelligence community employee who is being transferred in the interest of the Government from one official station within the Department to another within the Department for permanent duty? Supporting Documentation: You are required to submit proof of marriage AND permanent change of station (PCS) orders: spouse's PCS orders (showing you as a dependent) and/or copy of marriage certificate. If you are a current or previous Federal employee, please include your most recent SF-50.