The Inspector General Act of 1978 created Offices of Inspectors General (OIG) in the Executive Branch of the Government. The VA-OIG is responsible for conducting and supervising audits, investigations and inspections in order to prevent and detect fraud, waste and abuse in the programs and operations of the Department; recommending policies designed to promote economy and efficiency; and keeping the Secretary and Congress fully informed about problems and deficiencies and the need for corrective action. The Inspector General has authority to inquire into all VA programs and activities as well as the related activities of persons or parties performing under grants, contracts or other agreements. These inquiries may be in the form of audits, investigations, inspections, or other appropriate actions. OIG personnel are headquartered in Washington, DC, and are also dispersed throughout the United States.

There are auditing, health care inspection, investigative, and support careers today in which an individual can make meaningful contributions and where one person's abilities and efforts can make Government more responsive to the interests and concerns of the public. There are also many opportunities for desirable, interesting travel throughout the United States. As a member of the OIG staff, you will be evaluating the programs and operations of one of the largest departments in the Federal government.