Total 45 job vacancies by Office of Inspector General

The incumbent serves as a Regional Inspector General with the Office of Evaluation and Inspections (OEI). S/he

• Plans, directs and coordinates the program evaluation activities assigned to the Regional Office, ensuring conformance with headquarters guidelines and objectives.
• Directs environmental scanning and analyses to identify proposals for future work. Reviews and evaluates staff recommendations; and develops regional recommendations with rationale for headquarters consideration. Participates in meetings with key headquarters staff to determine strategic direction for the organization and to approve specific evaluation proposals.
• Directs overall evaluation projects and other work assignments, including special requests directed from headquarters in response to the Inspector General (IG), the Secretary, key Department officials, the Congress, OMB, or the White House staff.
• Responsible for the management of all national evaluations and projects where the assigned regional office has been delegated lead responsibility.
• Directs the regional participation in the conduct of evaluations where other regions have lead responsibility. Coordinates with RIGs, in other regional offices, in planning evaluation resources requirements, and provides support for evaluations on a cooperative work basis with other regions, to improve efficiency and economy in the conduct of evaluations, and best utilization of the human resources.
• Provides management and policy direction in the full range of planning, and implementing evaluations, to include: initial background research; evaluation design; appropriate methodological approach; development of data collection instruments, including surveys and onsite reviews; resource and budget planning; analysis of qualitative and quantitative data; synthesizing evidence into findings; writing evaluation reports; OPDIV/STAFFDIV coordination, and final briefings and follow up action with respect to recommendations presented.
• Provides consultation, and regional coordination in the resolution of special problems, potential problems, and in the identification of matters which require the attention of management and program officials.
• Participates in on-site reviews for evaluations of a highly sensitive and delicate nature.
• Participates as a key member of the OEI management staff, in identifying areas requiring additions or changes in OEI evaluation policy and procedures, and in final policy and procedures which impact on the nationwide evaluation activities.
• Ensures quality and timeliness of all completed staff work, including consolidated evaluation reports of findings and recommendations with documentation and rationale.
• Briefs OEI key staff on technical and management matters, regional activities, special problems, innovative techniques applied and special concerns within the region served. Identifies matters which may have nationwide impact or be of special interest to others, RIGs/OEI.
• Plans, schedules, and directs resources for the conduct of research and analysis, and development of evaluation project statements for regional studies. Identifies topics which appear to have the greatest potential for improvement of the Department's programs.
• Provides management direction for regional efforts, in cooperation projects with other Federal agencies.
• Maintains liaison with key Department officials and makes contact with representatives of outside organizations, including OMB, Congressional committees, other government and private sector organizations. Provides consultation with respect to highly complex problems identified in program inspections; the implementation of inspection recommendations; and the review of proposed new or revised legislation.
• Conducts assessment of regional program activities, and identifies, resolves problems, and recommends actions requiring headquarters consideration. Analyzes and identifies methods and techniques which would reduce cost incurred in the conduct of evaluations or contribute to a more effective program.
• Directs development, and maintenance of a continuing positive public relations program, to insure effective cooperative working relationships with State and local officials and private organizations within the region concerned with HHS programs. Promotes an information program for deterring fraud, waste, and abuse through technical assistance, briefings, presentations, and through the development of information materials for publication. Represents the DIG/OEI, AIG/OEI, and DRO/OEI, in meetings, and conferences of professional organizations, State and local governments, and special interest groups. Makes presentations to a wide range of public audiences.
• Ensures preparation of recurring and special reports and responses, to inquiries from key officials within and outside of the government, and the general public.
• Oversees administrative and human resource management functions for the staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.

As an Auditor (Performance), you will:

- Conduct complex managerial and financial audits and special assignments to assess program efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with program laws, regulations and other provisions.
- Conduct valid and reliable research to analyze internal and external information to assess risk factors and identify high-risk areas.
- Document in audit work papers the results of audit review, using correct formats, including source, purpose, conclusion, and results.
- Identify and use complex specialized audit techniques to achieve audit objectives and identify appropriate statistical sampling methods, quantitative methods, and computer technology.
- Conduct effective meetings and conferences with auditees at all levels, including executive management.

• Interprets Department of Defense (DoD) audit policies and other standards, providing for consistent application throughout DoD at the same time recognizing the diversity of audit organizations and types of audits.
• Recommends new or amended regulations, policies, procedures, and standards related to DoD audit activity to ensure adequate financial accountability and reporting.
• Develops and revises DoD directives, instructions, manuals and such other guidance as necessary relating to overall mission, functions, objectives and responsibilities of the audit organizations in DoD.
• Provides instruction to the team, assign and reviews work; monitors progress for projects and ensures accomplishment of established objectives; reports to higher management on projects.
• Supervises and reviews reports for technical competence, adherence to reporting standards, completeness of coverage, significance of findings and recommendations and effectiveness of presentation.
• Represents DIG-EVAL and the DoD OIG in dealing with the Government Accountability Office, other Government agencies and outside organizations with respect to audit matters in assigned areas of responsibilities.

As an unpaid summer 2025 intern, you will be asked to assist other attorneys in the office with legal research and writing; reviewing policies, regulations, statutes, and contracts; assisting with litigation matters; reviewing audit or investigative reports; reviewing subpoenas; assisting with other legal assignments as necessary. Student Volunteers will choose the volunteer service position they are interested in. The different volunteer service positions available are: Legal position, Field Examiner position, and Administrative Professional position. To learn more about the different volunteer service positions, please click on the position links.

This position serves as the Assistant Regional Inspector General for Audit Services Region IV.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Serving as a Supervisory Auditor (Audit Manager) and is responsible for the conduct of comprehensive audits of Departmental programs, such as those managed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
• Planning, directing and coordinating the audit segment of the IG annual work plan within the region.
• Providing line management for the provision of audit services for assigned management and program activities of the Department within the geographic area. The incumbent also plans and coordinates audits of programs and contracts funded by other Federal departments and agencies.
• Serving as a contact point for advice and assistance on audit matters including programs of other Federal departments and agencies where HHS has audit cognizance.
• Assuring audit guides were followed, working papers adequately support findings and conclusions and provide sufficient data to prepare a meaningful report, and that the audit objectives are met. Incumbent is responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of the special and recurring reports required of an ARIGA.

• Responsible for packaging draft and final audit reports and analyzing the reports to ensure that these audit reports do not contain personally identifiable information (PII).
• Responsible for using Adobe Acrobat software to redact PII from audit reports. Responsible for distributing draft and final reports issued from OAS Headquarters to HHS OPDIVs and keeping OAS Headquarters and Regional management apprised of the status of the report distribution.
• Responsible for ensuring that audit reports posted to the HHS-OIG Internet are Section 508 compliant and accessible to persons with disabilities.
• Responsible for analyzing the report for section 508 compliance and if necessary, remediating the audit report using the appropriate software tools.
• Assists Regional Program Support Specialists in making their audit reports Section 508 compliant.
• Design, develop, and maintain the OAS Intranet site.
• Ensures that reports prepared for the internet are complete, accurate, and uploaded in a timely manner.
• Implements enhancements in response to OAS changing needs.
• Prepare final audit reports for posting to the OIG website, in accordance with OIG Public Affairs guidelines.
• Coordinate posting of final audit reports to the OIG website by the legislatively required timeframe with Office of Management and Policy (OMP) technology staff.
• Coordinate with OIG Executive Secretariat on the processing and distribution of OAS draft and final audit reports.
• Keep OAS management and program support specialists apprised of the status of final and draft audit reports and other OIG correspondence.

The Inspector General (IG) of the U.S. Department of Education (Department) heads an independent and objective organization responsible for audit, investigation, and other inspection services related to programs and operations of the Department. The IG provides leadership and coordination and recommends policies for activities designed to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of programs and operations as well as to prevent and detect fraud and abuse in such programs and operations. The IG is the principal advisor to the Secretary of the Department on the above matters and is responsible for keeping the Secretary and Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of the Department's programs and operations and the necessity for and progress of corrective action.

The Office of Inspector General consists of the following seven components:

Immediate Office
Investigative Services
Audit Services
Management Services
Technology Services
Legal Services/Counsel to the Inspector General
Enterprise and External Affairs

Investigative Services (IS) is responsible for all investigative activities relating to the Department's programs and operations and the prevention and detection of fraud and abuse in these programs and operations. IS also conducts, supervises, and coordinates investigations of suspected fraudulent activity by Departmental employees. Investigation Service is responsible for establishing the necessary procedures for coordination with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) on all criminal matters dealing with the Department's programs and operations.

The incumbent plans and conducts complex and sensitive investigations that may extend across several states. Investigations involve allegations of suspected violations of criminal statutes as they relate to fraud or corruption in various Department of Education programs. The allegations investigated usually involve matters of substantial delicacy involving individuals or institutions of prominence in a community or high officials in state or other Government positions.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENT: The duties of positions in this series require moderate arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Applicant must be able to pass an Audiometer test. Hearing loss exceeding a 30-decibel average in either ear in the conversational and speech range (500, 1000, 2000 cycles) is disqualifying. Applicant should possess uncorrected visual acuity of no less than 20/100 in each eye, correctable to 20/20 in one eye and 20/30 in the other eye. Ability to read, without strain, printed material the size of typewritten characters is required. Glasses are permitted. Normal depth perception: depth perception to the correctable standard of 80 seconds of ARC is permitted.

This announcement provides the opportunity for a reassignment/promotion to the position of Entry Level Technical Operations Officer position in the Office of Investigations, Technical and Sensitive Operations Field Office/Technical Operations West, one in Chicago (Aurora), IL and St. Louis, MO. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and techniques required to install and operate various types of electronic surveillance equipment.

In-Office Requirement:
The U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General values collaboration, teamwork, and effective communication to foster our dynamic working and learning environment. The position adheres to our agency's telework policy to facilitate this and requires an in-office presence of at least two days per pay period. Remote work is not available for this role.

This position is being advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to a GS-7 or 9 grade level. The base salary range for this position is $41,966 - $66,731. Locality pay authorized. Career ladder potential to GS-13 is at the manager's discretion and based on successful performance in the position.

Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

At the GS-7 equivalent level:

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts installations of electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting evidence.
• Assists in development and fabrication of specialized electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting electronic evidence.
• Assists with the preparation of investigative reports relating to the installation of electronic surveillance equipment.
• Maintains electronic surveillance equipment through scheduled maintenance and repair.
• Participates in other projects or tasks as required.

In-Office Requirement:
The U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General values collaboration, teamwork, and effective communication to foster our dynamic working and learning environment. The position adheres to our agency's telework policy to facilitate this and requires an in-office presence of at least two days per pay period. Remote work is not available for this role.

Candidates will be evaluated on the skills that they possess that are directly related to the duties of the position and the experience, education and training that indicate the applicant's ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Only those candidates who meet all qualification and eligibility requirements and who submit the required information by 11:59 PM EST on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, will be considered.

The USPS OIG uses a Pay Banding system, which is equivalent to the Federal GS scale. Grade and salary determinations will be made based upon a candidate's education and professional experience.

This position is being advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to a GS-7 or 9 grade level. The base salary range for this position is $41,966 - $66,731. Locality pay authorized. Career ladder potential to GS-13 is at the manager's discretion and based on successful performance in the position.

Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

At the GS-7 equivalent level:

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts installations of electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting evidence.
• Assists in development and fabrication of specialized electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting electronic evidence
• Assists with the preparation of investigative reports relating to the installation of electronic surveillance equipment.
• Maintains electronic surveillance equipment through scheduled maintenance and repair.
• Participates in other projects or tasks as required.

This announcement provides the opportunity for a reassignment/promotion to the position of Technical Operations Officer position in the Office of Investigations, Technical and Sensitive Operations Field Office/Technical Operations West in Chicago (Aurora), IL and St, Louis, MO. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and techniques required to install and operate various types of electronic surveillance equipment.

In-Office Requirement: The U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General values collaboration, teamwork, and effective communication to foster our dynamic working and learning environment. The position adheres to our agency's telework policy to facilitate this and requires an in-office presence of at least two days per pay period. Remote work is not available for this role.

The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and techniques required to install and operate various types of electronic surveillance equipment.

This position is being advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to a GS-11, 12 or 13 grade level. The base salary range for this position is $51,332 - $115,079. Locality pay authorized. Career ladder potential to GS-13 is at the manager's discretion and based on successful performance in the position.

Travel Required - 50% or less.

Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

At the GS-11 equivalent level:

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts installations of electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting evidence.
• Provides guidance to agents in the field in relation to the applicability and feasibility of electronic surveillance.
• Assists in development and fabrication of specialized electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting electronic evidence.
• Prepares investigative reports relating to the installation of electronic surveillance equipment.
• Prepares and presents electronic surveillance training to agents in the field.
• Maintains electronic surveillance equipment through scheduled maintenance and repair.
• Enhances media to allow for a clear and organized product to field agents.

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts complex installations of electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting evidence.
• Provides guidance to agents in the field in relation to the applicability and feasibility of electronic surveillance.
• Develops and fabricates specialized electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting electronic evidence.
• Prepares investigative reports relating to the installation of electronic surveillance equipment.
• Prepares and presents electronic surveillance training to agents in the field.
• Maintains electronic surveillance equipment through scheduled maintenance and repair.
• Enhances media to allow for a clear and organized product to field agents.

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts complex installations of electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting evidence.
• Provides guidance to agents in the field in relation to the applicability and feasibility of electronic surveillance.
• Develops and fabricates specialized electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting electronic evidence.
• Prepares investigative reports relating to the installation of electronic surveillance equipment.
• Prepares and presents electronic surveillance training to agents in the field.
• Maintains electronic surveillance equipment through scheduled maintenance and repair.
• Enhances media to allow for a clear and organized product to field agents.

In-Office Requirement:
The U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General values collaboration, teamwork, and effective communication to foster our dynamic working and learning environment. The position adheres to our agency's telework policy to facilitate this and requires an in-office presence of at least two days per pay period. Remote work is not available for this role.

Candidates will be evaluated on the skills that they possess that are directly related to the duties of the position and the experience, education and training that indicate the applicant's ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Only those candidates who meet all qualification and eligibility requirements and who submit the required information by 11:59 PM EST on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, will be considered.

The USPS OIG uses a Pay Banding system, which is equivalent to the Federal GS scale. Grade and salary determinations will be made based upon a candidate's education and professional experience.

This position is being advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to a GS-11,12 or 13 grade level. The base salary range for this position is $51,332 - $115,079. Locality pay authorized. Career ladder potential to GS-13 is at the manager's discretion and based on successful performance in the position.

Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

At the GS-11 equivalent level:

• • Plans, coordinates, and conducts installations of electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting evidence.
  • Provides guidance to agents in the field in relation to the applicability and feasibility of electronic surveillance.
  • Assists in development and fabrication of specialized electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting electronic evidence.
  • Prepares investigative reports relating to the installation of electronic surveillance equipment.
  • Prepares and presents electronic surveillance training to agents in the field.
  • Maintains electronic surveillance equipment through scheduled maintenance and repair.
  • Enhances media to allow for a clear and organized product to field agents

• • Plans, coordinates, and conducts complex installations of electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting evidence.
  • Provides guidance to agents in the field in relation to the applicability and feasibility of electronic surveillance.
  • Develops and fabricates specialized electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting electronic evidence.
  • Prepares investigative reports relating to the installation of electronic surveillance equipment.
  • Prepares and presents electronic surveillance training to agents in the field.
  • Maintains electronic surveillance equipment through scheduled maintenance and repair.
  • Enhances media to allow for a clear and organized product to field agents.

• • Plans, coordinates, and conducts complex installations of electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting evidence.
  • Provides guidance to agents in the field in relation to the applicability and feasibility of electronic surveillance.
  • Develops and fabricates specialized electronic equipment for the purpose of collecting electronic evidence.
  • Prepares investigative reports relating to the installation of electronic surveillance equipment.
  • Prepares and presents electronic surveillance training to agents in the field.
  • Maintains electronic surveillance equipment through scheduled maintenance and repair.
  • Enhances media to allow for a clear and organized product to field agents.

If selected as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC), your responsibilities would include enforcement and administrative activities within the Trenton Field Office under the Investigations Division. Work assignments include, but are not limited to:

• Provides leadership to subordinate criminal Investigators and other staff by establishing guidelines and performance expectations by setting priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work.
• Reviews and evaluates allegations and recommends appropriate investigative activity by providing on-site executive direction to ensure that the policies and procedures of the OIG are adhered to and that the evaluation activities are carried out in the most efficient and effective manner.
• Reviews and critiques all investigative reports and exhibits and then submits reports for review and coordinates the investigative findings with the SAC and prosecutive officials.
• Supervises and coordinates the final preparation of investigative reports and submits them to the SAC for approval. Incumbent presents the mission of the OIG and specifically of the Investigations Division to Justice officials and employees, and participates in all phases of program planning and policy formulation for the Field Office by developing and presenting to the SAC methodologies for those DOJ components investigated, ensuring operational and administrative activities are conducted in an efficient and effective manner.
• Administers all personnel actions and/or human resource matters, including interviewing candidates for positions, making recommendations for appointments, promotions, or reassignments as well as adverse actions when necessary
• Provides leadership to assure aggressive effort and adherence to Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

• Research and apply mathematical, statistical and text analyses using software and in coordination with other analysts, using CRISP-DM/Agile methods.
• Effectively communicate analytical methods and results to teammates and prepare technical documentation around defensible, repeatable, and impactful statistical results.
• Assist project teams by translating requirements into useful mathematical, statistical, or text analyses that contribute value to the organization’s mission.
• Assist with preparation of proposals by outlining the hypothesis, requirements, and potential impact of conducting the analysis.
• Provide data preparation for statistical analysis and prepare final tabulations, tables, charts, or graphs for presentations, dashboards, and other DAT products.
• Effectively work in teams to complete analytical projects.

• Research and apply mathematical, statistical and text analyses using software and in coordination with other analysts, using CRISP-DM/Agile methods.
• Effectively communicate analytical methods and results to teammates and prepare technical documentation around defensible, repeatable, and impactful statistical results.
• Assist project teams by translating requirements into useful mathematical, statistical, or text analyses that contribute value to the organization’s mission.
• Assist with preparation of proposals by outlining the hypothesis, requirements, and potential impact of conducting the analysis.
• Provide data preparation for statistical analysis and prepare final tabulations, tables, charts, or graphs for presentations, dashboards, and other DAT products.
• Effectively work in teams to complete analytical projects.