Summary This position is located in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Office of Audits (OA) and reports directly to the Deputy Inspector General for Audits (DIGA). Based on proven experience with advising the highest levels of an organization, the Senior Advisor serves as an advisor to the DIGA and Assistant Inspector Generals for Audits (AIGA) on addressing highly complex and sensitive matters relating to the operations of the Office of Audits. Responsibilities Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: The incumbent of this position serves as the functional expert and senior advisor to the Office of Audits (OA), Deputy Inspector General for Audits (DIGA) in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) for government auditing standards; auditing theory and principles including, for example, the Inspector General Act; recommendation follow-up and compliance; and interagency coordination, for example, with the General Accounting Office (GAO) and Council of the Inspector General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE). Works collaboratively with the Front Office staff to assist the DIGA with preparation for engagement with senior DHS leadership and other stakeholders regarding the Office of Audits' work to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse. The Senior Advisor creates and maintains cross-departmental relationships to enable leadership success. Identifies strategies or methodologies for improving Office of Audits performance, productivity, or continuity of operations. Assists the DIGA in establishing strategic direction for the Office of Audits, setting strategic goals and objectives, and formulating implementation plans for executing initiatives and tracking progress towards goals. Reviews and analyzes internal programs and provides expert policy and strategic advice regarding internal practices, policies, and relevant authorities. The Senior Advisor analyzes, evaluates, and provides advice and guidance on improving the effectiveness and productivity of work methods and procedures, resource utilization, management controls, and similar functions related to the management and workflow of audit projects and reports; drafts position statements in response to results of internal/external audits; and manages the audit annual planning. Reviews and analyzes legislative actions impacting the Office of Audits' workplan. The Senior advisor keeps abreast of Department initiative and areas of high-risk; assists DIGA to track and measure accountability and results related to audit project metrics; analyzes legislation and agency policies and provides input in response to request for comments in establishing the OIG's position on proposed legislation, regulations, or policy directives pertaining to audits of programs, functions, and operations; collaborate with the Office of Legislative Affairs to identify Congressional mandates and monitors their execution. Requirements Conditions of Employment Conditions of Employment 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. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required. In order to qualify for this position, you must be able to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance. Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 10/28/2024 The individual selected will be required to file an Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration). Qualifications To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Mandatory Technical Qualifications, and other qualifications, if applicable, listed below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You must address each technical qualification separately. You are required to respond to all of the technical qualifications. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ineligible. Please limit your written statements to no more than two pages per technical qualification and must include your name. 1. Demonstrated experience in applying auditing principles, concepts, techniques, and standards promulgated by the GAO, AICPA, and other professional organizations in the development and execution of OIG's strategic goals and objectives. 2. Demonstrated experience leading and directing initiatives that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of complex organizations, including planning, managing, and implementing complex projects; defining projects' scope, resources, goals, and deliverables. Experience working across internal and external organizational entities to ensure project execution. Time in grade is not required for Senior Level (SL) position. All qualifications and education (if applicable) must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume. Education No positive education requirement. Additional Information Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on 10/28/2024 If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application. Please view the following link for information on how to obtain an alternative application https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?%20title=Alternate\_Application\_Information Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and, Beginning and ending dates of appointment. Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.