Career Opportunities
U.S. AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Office of Inspector General
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-04PG
POSITION: Auditor - GS-0511-09/12
Salary Range: 50,408.00 - 95,026.00 USD per year
Opening Date: Friday, January 16, 2009
CLOSING DATE: Thursday, December 31, 2009
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent
LOCATION: many vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from US Citizens, from current and former
competitive service Federal employees, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.
Job Summary:
This position is with the United States Agency for International Development's (USAID), Office
of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Audits, Information Technology and Special Audits Division.
The Information Technology and Special Audits Division is responsible for auditing USAID programs
and operations in headquarters and overseas on information technology and systems. The audits
are conducted under the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID.
Major Duties:
The incumbent of this position performs audits of Agency programs, focusing on information
management and technology issues, in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards.
The purpose of these audits is to determine whether the programs are being carried out in compliance
with laws, regulations, and agreements; are being administered efficiently and economically; and
are achieving the desired results or benefits. The work requires the development of audit programs
and procedures necessary to conduct audits; the ability to gather and analyze evidence and to
write clear, concise audit reports; and the coordination of audit matters with USAID managers
and other U.S. and foreign government officials. The auditor is subject to occasional world-wide
travel where USAID activities are being implemented. Successful applicants must be self-starters
capable of doing independent audit work under the general supervision of a Lead Auditor.
Qualifications:
All applicants must meet the minimum requirements of the Office of Personnel Management's Qualification Standards Handbook.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: In order to be considered for this position, you must
meet the basic requirement described below.
A. Degree - accounting; or a degree in a related field, such as business administration, finance, or public
administration, that includes or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours
of credit in business law. (The term 'accounting' means 'accounting and/or auditing' in this standard. Similarly, 'accountant'
should be interpreted, generally, as 'accountant and/or auditor.')
OR
B. Combination of education and experience - at least four (4) years of experience in accounting,
or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting
knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:
1. Twenty-four (24) semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to
six (6) hours in business law;
2. A certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15
semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24- semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that:
(a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field,
e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining;
(b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has
demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement
that is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and
(c) except for literal non conformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education,
training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.
In addition to meeting the basic qualification requirements, applicants must have specialized experience and/or directly related education
in the amounts shown below.
GS-09: 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Master's or equivalent graduate degree
related to the position being filled or 1 year specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-7 level in the Federal service.
Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: (1) Participates in performance audit assignments including surveys, audits,
follow-up audits, incurred cost audits, and special audits and analyses; (2) Gathers data in support of audit objectives; (3) Assists in
documenting results of analyses in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
GS-11: 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or
equivalent doctoral degree related to the position being filled. 1 year specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-9 level
in the Federal service. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: (1) Helps ensure implementation of Generally Accepted
Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS); (2) Documents findings in workpapers, formulates conclusions and prepares segments of written
reports; (3) Participates in negotiations with Agency management of the acceptance of audit findings and the resolution of conflicts
concerning the adoption of audit recommendations.
GS-12: 1 year equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal government. Examples
of qualifying specialized experience include: (1) Researches and reviews Federal laws and regulations, procedural manuals and
references and records of Congressional hearings for the purpose of identifying legislative, regulatory, and procedural requirements
for conducting performance audits; (2) Performs quality reviews of audit reports, surveys, and special studies conducted by independent
accounting firms.
Note: Education and experience may be combined for all grade levels for which both education and experience
are acceptable.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and on the extent to which your application
shows that you possess the knowledge, skill, and abilities associated with this position as defined below.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)
If you are applying for the GS-09, please answer the following questions:
Skill in planning, executing, and reporting on audits in accordance with Government Auditing
Standards.
Professional knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and concepts and Federal
statutes and regulations.
Ability to communicate in writing. (This element includes accurate written presentation
of technical and non-technical information and supportive analysis in a concise, logical, and
objective manner.)
Ability to communicate orally. (This element includes the ability to meet and deal
with a variety of individual in a range of situations employing tack, firmness, and clarity
in order to obtain and provide information.
If you are applying for GS-11 or GS-12, please answer the following questions:
Knowledge of practices, methods, and techniques of auditing required to independently
plan and conduct audits of Agency IT operations and programs.
Experience auditing, evaluating, or participating in the planning, design,
development, deployment and operation of major automated information systems.
Experience auditing or evaluating policies, procedures, practices, and controls
for key information resources management functions, such as, strategic planning, investment
analysis processes, systems security practices, or enterprise architecture processes, etc.
Ability to effectively prepare written audit reports, memoranda and other documents
and to present auditees with briefings that are informative and persuasive.
Benefits:
The USAID/OIG offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include:
- Comprehensive health and life insurance
- Competitive salaries
- Generous retirement programs
- Paid holidays, annual and sick leave
- Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules
- Paid employment related training and education
- Subsidized transportation (Metro check)
- Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degree, as applicable
- Incentives and awards, as appropriate
- Telecommuting, as appropriate
- Long Term Care Insurance is offered
- Flexible Spending Account is offered
- Thrift Savings Plan (401 K Plan)
Other Advantages:
We are located in the beautifully designed Ronald Reagan Building (RRB) and International Trade Center (ITC), which is within walking
distance of the White House, the Capitol, Smithsonian Museums, and much more! The RRB is easily accessible to the Federal Triangle metro
station (blue/orange line), has an on-site fitness center and day care center, a DC Visitor and Information Center, food court, and
underground parking garage.
How To Apply:
Mail your applications so it will be postmarked by closing date and received within
five (5) working days of that date. If hand delivered, be sure your application is
received by closing date.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure that his/her application
is complete. The personnel office will not be responsible for soliciting additional
information from applicants. Candidates who fail to submit all of the foregoing documents
cannot be evaluated for further consideration.
1. Please submit one of the following:
A. Resume OR OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment,
which can be obtained at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of612.pdf
which contains the following information:
Vacancy announcement number; title and grade(s) of the job for which they are applying;
Full name, social security number, day and evening phone numbers, mailing address, country of
citizenship. If applicable, reinstatement eligibility to Federal service and highest Federal civilian
grade ever held on a permanent basis.
Name, city and state of high school and colleges/universities attended with date(s) of diploma.
For college include major and type and date of degree(s).
Job titles, salaries, employer's name and addresses, supervisor's name and phone number
(indicate if we may contact your current and former supervisors), starting and ending dates, hours
per week and any unpaid or non-paid work experience that relates to this vacancy.
Job-related training courses, special skills, certificates and licenses, honors, awards
and publications.
2. All applicants must submit an OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment Form. This form may be
downloaded from the OPM website at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf.
3. All applicants must prepare a concise narrative addressing each Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs).
Responses must be separate from the application form.
4. If a particular level of education/certification is required or you are asking us to qualify you based
on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript. Credit for college education will be given if it was obtained
through an accredited university.
5. Status candidates and reinstatement eligibles (current or former government employees) must provide a
copy of the last or most recent SF-50, 'Notice of Personnel Action' which indicates proof of competitive status (reflecting career,
career-conditional or reinstatement eligibility.
6. Candidates eligible for other non-competitive appointments must present appropriate documentation
reflecting their eligibility.
7. All current Federal employees should provide a copy of their current performance appraisal (must be
within 18 months from the closing date of the announcement).
8. If you are a federal employee seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof you meet
the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330-704 for ICTAP. In addition to your application/resume, you must
include a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating and a copy of your most recent SF-50 noting
current position, grade level, and duty location. You must clearly annotate your application package to reflect that you are
applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
9. Applications mailed using government postage or through an internal federal government mail
system will not be considered.
10. Handicapped applicants, disabled veterans, and VRA's or any others eligible for a noncompetitive
appointment under special appointing authorities must clearly specify this eligibility on their application and attach
documentation.
11. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans'
preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans'
preference, you must attach an SF-15, 'Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference' plus the proof required by that form.
12. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the
Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible
for appointment.
Contact Information:
Keyonna Washington
Phone: (202)712-4189
Fax: (202)216-3392
Email: recruitmentoig@usaid.gov
Or write:
U.S. Agency for International Development
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Room 8.07A
Washington, DC 20523-8700
US
Fax: (202)216-3392
What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking.
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview,
every 30-45 days until the closing date of the announcement
EEO Policy Statement
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization,
or other non-merit factor.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants
requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency
directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Veterans Information
Please Note:
Veterans' preference does not apply to positions in the Senior Executive Service, and may not apply to other excepted
service appointing authorities. If you have questions about the applicability of veterans' preference for a particular
vacancy please contact the agency posting the announcement.
Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and were separated under honorable conditions may
be eligible for veterans' preference. For service after October 15, 1976,
the veteran must have received a Campaign Badge, Expeditionary Medal, a service connected disability, or have served
during the Gulf War between August 2, 1990 and January 2, 1992 or for more than 180 consecutive days, other than training,
any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the date prescribed by Presidential
proclamation or by law as the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) gives veterans access to
job vacancies that might otherwise be closed to them. The law allows eligible veterans to compete for vacancies advertised
under agency's promotion procedures when the agency is seeking applications from outside of its own workforce.
To claim veterans' preference, veterans should be ready to provide a copy of their DD-214, Certificate of Release or
Discharge from Active Duty, or other proof. Veterans with service connected disability and others claiming 10 point preference
will need to submit Form SF-15, Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference.
For more specifics on all veterans employment issues such as Veterans preference or special appointing authorities see
the VetGuide.
Legal and Regulatory Guidance
Social Security Number - Your Social Security Number is requested under the authority of Executive
Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. As allowed by law
or Presidential directive, your Social Security Number is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks,
and others who may know you. Failure to provide your Social Security Number on your application materials, will result in
your application not being processed
Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine
qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.
Signature - Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the
information in your application.
False Statements - If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be
hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.
Selective Service - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that
you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.
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