Total 161 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in GH Office: Indianapolis, IN (9100 Keystone)

• Plans, coordinates, and performs reviews, special studies, staff projects, and selective internal exams of processing and payment services provided by DFAS-IN to commercial carriers or vendors on behalf of the military services and DOD agencies.
• Reviews and studies staff projects involving accounting, disbursing, examinations, audit and recovery systems related to the payment of transportation bills.
• Finds problems such as poor document flow and control, under-utilization of resources, inadequate processes, operating deficiencies or potential compromises to the integrity of the payment process.
• Uses a variety of accepted management review/analysis techniques (e.g., interviews, observation, statistical sampling, analysis and evaluation) to determine the source of operating problems and service deficiencies.
• Attends and participates in meetings with the staff of transportation operating divisions and offices to resolve policy and procedures issues, improve internal controls or recommend better utilization of resources.
• Duties will be developmental in nature when the position is filled below the full performance level.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Performs individual quality reviews to determine the rating quality level of individual DROs and RVSRs for purposes of individual performance standards in accordance with an established monthly schedule.
• Conducts focused "in-process reviews" for cases to determine the accuracy of claims action taken. (Such reviews are for station-level feedback and improvement only, not used for individual performance standard purposes.)
• Responsible for sharing rating quality trend information with management on an ongoing basis and with the DROs and RVSRs during training sessions.
• Reviews products or activities for quality of performance and enters the results into the on-line STAR checklists.
• Evaluates and identifies deficiencies of all elements of a claim from evidence development, income, and dependency issues, to award processing and authorization. Provides an explanation of errors and includes comments where attention is warranted
• Prepares STAR data reports and provides to personnel in the regional office who are authorized to request and receive such reports.
• Develops various quality assurance processes with emphasis on work procedures and techniques that address unique work conditions and practices.
• Ensures all program requirements imposed by Compensation Service and/or the Pension and Fiduciary Service and the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims are met or implemented.
• Prepares documentation to support unfavorable finding in order to provide justification for error decisions and indicate required actions.
• Conducts statistical analysis of quality reviews to identify trends, significant problems areas and processes requiring improvement.
• Relays quality trend information with management on an ongoing basis for use in operations, decision making, and planning.

As Director of the Acquisitions Division the incumbent will be responsible for providing the day-to-day management, planning, leadership and oversight of a full range of acquisitions and contract administration activities.The incumbent will provide managerial leadership, technical direction and oversight for OIG Acquisitions Division as follows:

• Directs all contracting and procurement activities;
• Provides advise and technical information;
• Advises, guides and collaborates with OIG senior-level management officials to develop and formulate acquisition plans and policies;
• Directs the planning and execution of pre-award and post-award contracting functions;
• Directs the procurement of equipment, supplies and services and the award, administration and close-out of contracts;
• Develops and administers the small and disadvantaged business program;
• Serves as a technical expert and senior Contracting Officer for OIG with unlimited signatory authority;
• Represents the Agency in non-litigation dealings with GSA, GAO, OMB, Congress and other organizations with oversight authority for OIG; and
• Assumes the full range of supervisory responsibilities for staff members directed by this position.

Serves as Program Manager and functions as a program expert to assist with assigning and conducting analytic tasks, allocating resources and staff time; preparing and managing budgets and budget-related reporting activities; managing procurement, contracting, and business functions; providing program and analytical expertise; presenting analytic findings and results to OIG and OMP management and external customers; and assisting the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) with broad level administration and planning. The incumbent may be required to serve as affiant in adjudicated case work as well as authority on programmatic methods, techniques and services.

Facilitates and manages assignments of analytic work requested by OIG components and external customers that is performed by staff to assist these agencies in performing HHS and federal oversight activities. The incumbent also may determine the soundness of proposals and initiatives in meeting program objectives and making efficient use of resources; interpret program, policy, contractual, financial planning and analysis information; prepare plans, budgets, comparative studies, performance management and measurement activities; perform other administrative and managerial activities; and identify analytic, policy, and information technology infrastructure issues related to OIG operations of the assigned program. In addition, the incumbent provides a full range of options on which to make decisions with OIG senior management, staff, and Departmental officials to implement necessary action.

Advises the Deputy Inspector General and OMP management on major program planning, information technology, and policy considerations. The incumbent makes appropriate recommendations, to agency budget and program officials to gain acceptance of the proposals, which may substantially impact resources, as well as support or change program emphasis. The recommendations carry considerable weight in influencing final decisions of a policy nature. The incumbent assists with developing data briefings for senior OIG management for press conferences, OMB hearings, and meetings with other HHS components on crosscutting topics with governmental impact.

This is not a remote work position. The selectee will report to an assigned DOL office location on a regular basis and is eligible for participation in telework as determined by management in accordance with DOL policy.

Major Duties:

• This position is established as District Director (DD).
• Responsible for planning, prioritizing, directing, and assigning work, collaborating with peers and subordinates, including all fiduciary responsibilities, to achieve OFCCP's mission.
• Schedules compliance reviews within the District Office's (DO) jurisdiction. Investigates and resolves discrimination complaints, closes complaints where no basis is found, and seeks appropriate resolution when applicable.
• Recommends the issuance of show cause notices when applicable.
• Develops cases for which administrative and/or judicial actions are appropriate and recommends these actions to the Regional Director (RD) for disposition.
• Analyzes affirmative action plans submitted by contractors, including the establishment of linkage agreements.
• Monitors contractors' conciliation agreements, progress notes, and consent decrees.
• Conducts detailed and comprehensive analyses of federal contractors' total employment procedures and practices to determine responsiveness to federal procurement and equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws, executive orders, policies, rules, and regulations.
• Identifies discrimination based on evaluation and investigatory activity.
• Manages the efforts of a staff of supervisors and compliance investigators and maximizes their utilization through effective work assignments.

• Inspects a large variety of heavy-duty mobile equipment (i.e., combat, tactical, etc.) and automotive vehicles .
• Inspects complex, interrelated mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic and electrical systems, equipment and their components while in operation or in a standby condition.
• Inspects equipment to determine repairs needed.
• Serves as inspector on Command Maintenance Evaluation Teams (COMET) and/or as a member of Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Teams (MAIT).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• The incumbent coordinates fire mitigation projects in relation to ROW Operations and Maintenance, develops recreational sites, and vegetation.
• Provides independent leadership, direction, advice, assistance, and guidance as necessary to complete projects in accordance with policy.
• Coordinates with the Deputy State Fire Management Officer of Fuels and Planning, and the District Resource and Fuels Program Managers to accomplish planning, implementation and NEPA compliance.
• Develops methods for solving new, unpredictable, and unprecedented problems, constraints, situations, and issues and consults with leadership on solutions.
• Establishes and maintains a professional, effective, and impartial relationship with Federal, State, and local agencies, entities, and organizations.
• Tracks, monitors, and oversees all current and proposed projects; is responsible for coordinating changes in the project scope, time, and/or amount through the preparation and decision of issue-specific decision memoranda.
• Formulates projects, develops objectives, and completes the required level of NEPA for each project.
• Leads an interdisciplinary team to assure NEPA and policy compliance on fire mitigation projects.

As a Management and Operations Specialist you will:

• Provide human capital, administrative, technical support, and guidance to supervisors.
• Provide travel guidance, regulations, and assistance to staff and management on CDC domestic and international travel processes.
• Plan and accomplish projects through researching and analyzing problems, issues, or program requirements.

As a Supervisory Computer Scientist, you will:

• Provide leadership and direction to the development, implementation and maintenance of integrated information technology hardware and software systems to support the collection, processing, reduction, storage, retrieval, presentation and publication of data for the National Health Care Surveys.
• Define information processing objectives, and oversee the development of information processing logic and documentation, including decision tables, processing flow charts and data edit specifications, record and tape layouts and the content and sequence of data files.
• Serve as senior technical advisor to the Division Director, management and other staff members in matters relating to data processing, computer usage, programming languages, and statistical software related to organizational data.
• Oversee the design, development, preparation and distribution of public use data files and related documentation.
• Work closely with collaborating agencies, contractors, and other organizational Divisions in the exchange of systems and programming information, networking and the resolution of technical problems.
• Develop work plans for the Branch and the staff, prepare and manage the Branch operating budget, and prepare program review documents for submission to the Division Director and Center leadership.
• Delegate and monitor work assignments, and provide guidance and assistance to employees as necessary.
• Attend professional meetings, seminars and conferences related to computer systems, systems analysis and design, data processing hardware and software, and related statistical analysis processes.

As a Supervisory Computer Scientist you will:

• Provide leadership and direction to the development, implementation and maintenance of integrated information technology hardware and software systems to support the collection, processing, reduction, storage, retrieval, presentation and publication of data for the National Health Care Surveys.
• Define information processing objectives, and oversee the development of information processing logic and documentation, including decision tables, processing flow charts and data edit specifications, record and tape layouts and the content and sequence of data files.
• Serve as senior technical advisor to the Division Director, management and other staff members in matters relating to data processing, computer usage, programming languages, and statistical software related to organizational data.
• Oversee the design, development, preparation and distribution of public use data files and related documentation.
• Work closely with collaborating agencies, contractors, and other organizational Divisions in the exchange of systems and programming information, networking and the resolution of technical problems.
• Develop work plans for the Branch and the staff, prepare and manage the Branch operating budget, and prepare program review documents for submission to the Division Director and Center leadership.
• Delegate and monitor work assignments, and provide guidance and assistance to employees as necessary.
• Attend professional meetings, seminars and conferences related to computer systems, systems analysis and design, data processing hardware and software, and related statistical analysis processes.

As a Compliance Investigator (Accident Investigator), you will:

• Be responsible for participating in PHMSA outreach activities for Federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as regulated industries.
• Serve as PHMSA primary planner and lead representative for complex, multi-agency investigations resulting from risk-based data analysis, trends, complaints, incidents, and accidents involving the transportation and security of hazardous materials in commerce.
• Investigate hazardous materials transportation accidents to determine whether noncompliance with the regulations is present and submit recommendations to the Chief Investigator.

The Ideal Candidate for this position is a Mid-Career Investigator who is seeking a challenging assignment as a Compliance Investigator (Accident Investigator) within the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety Field Operations. A sample of the duties include monitoring, investigating, and reporting on hazardous materials transportation incidents.  This position will require on-site deployment to incident scenes and working with other local, state, and federal agencies.   The Investigator will provide advice and be in communication with first responders, shippers, and transporters, regarding accidents and incidents of hazardous materials in transportation.

This exciting role offers a unique opportunity to shape global patent policies and make a lasting impact on the future of intellectual property.

• Lead the charge in enhancing global patent quality standards by implementing innovative quality assurance methods that directly impact patent examination processes.
• Serve as a key advisor, collaborating with international patent offices and stakeholders to drive groundbreaking initiatives in patent harmonization and intellectual property protection.
• Spearhead strategic planning activities, identifying and addressing critical areas for improvement, and shaping the future of global patent cooperation.
• Conduct comprehensive audits and analyses to ensure the highest standards of quality, identifying solutions that advance the efficiency and effectiveness of patent processes.
• Represent the USPTO in high-profile international forums, working with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges and implement best practices in patent quality management.

The following are the duties of this position at the GS-14. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.

• Provide policy interpretation and guidance memoranda to heads of operational elements to ensure TIGTA-wide consistency of approach to implementations of statutes.
• Incorporate and apply statutory changes, Presidential Executive Orders, and policy changes that affect how TIGTA implements the statutes, Executive Orders and policy changes.
• Use a high level of expertise to author and/or edit information on FOIA/Privacy Act/I.R.C. § 6103 programs, policies, functions, and research.
• Serve as point of management contact, both internally and externally, as liaison with members of other Federal agencies, state and local government agencies, business, industry, labor, educational institutions, and the general public.
• Issue FOIA determinations, supporting documentation, briefing papers and similar correspondence, which adhere to the statutes, legislative history, and FOIA case law.

Duties for the Supervisory Program Manager GS-0340-15 within the Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO), Office of Management and Policy (OMP), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) include but not limited to:

• The Director of Data Analytics is responsible for providing strategic leadership, setting the division's goals, and developing a clear vision for using data analytics to enhance program integrity and support HHS OIG's mission. This includes identifying key areas where analytics can help prevent fraud, waste, and abuse, and establishing priorities to improve oversight through data-driven decision-making. The director manages the design and execution of scalable and automated analytics methodologies, integrating tools like predictive modeling and machine learning to monitor healthcare programs for risks.

• Leads and mentors a team of analysts and subordinate supervisors (Assistant Directors) to put data at the fingertips of OIG staff. Interfaces with OIG component executives and regional leadership to ensure quality and level of services needed are being met. Ensures continuous professional development of the team, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, experimentation, and collaboration

• Assigns tasks; manages budgets; reviews contracting statements of work, contract deliverables, statutes, policies, presentation materials, market research, analytical proposals; engages with managers and staff from OIG components, States, and Federal partners. The incumbent measures performance, and other management duties to accomplish assignments. The incumbent develops innovative approaches to support the data analysis needs of the OIG, in compliance with federal, state and local laws as applicable.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

As a Health Scientist you will:

• Conduct scientific studies, surveys and/or investigations.
• Identify and analyze public health issues and their impact on operations that are critical to the public health community at large.
• Review and analyze studies and projects assessing major and/or sensitive public health issues to make recommendations for processes, procedures and /or policies related to public health programs, practices, and research.
• Prepare scientific and other articles and technical reports for publication.
• Make presentations at international and national meetings.