KEY REQUIREMENTS



• - U.S. Citizenship - Drug Test - Security Investigation

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent serves as an Auditor in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) responsible for conducting complex financial or performance audits throughout the Agency to assess the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of DIA programs, functions systems or operations. As such, the incumbent performs as a working auditor and auditor-in-charge conducting the complete range of audit life cycle activities, from survey planning through follow-up of audit work. Reviews the work of other team members for compliance to government auditing standards; develops audit findings, conclusions and recommendations. Develops segments of audit reports to be incorporated in the final audit report for review of the supervisor.




ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION

- The incumbent will serve as an auditor in the Acquisition and Contract Audit Branch.

- The full performance level of this position is GG-13. Candidates selected at the grade 11 or 12 will automatically be enrolled into the Occupational Advancement Program (OAP). OAP participants are eligible for promotion to the next grade up to the full performance of the position on an annual basis.

- Conducts the complete range of audit life cycle activities of complex contract or acquisition
audits and attestations. Performs on a team as a working auditor or auditor-in-charge, developing audit plans and schedules, gathering and analyzing data, reviewing the work of other team members, making recommendations, documenting findings and conclusions, and identifying potential issue areas for future audits.

- Coordinates work with Agency management and interacts with senior DIA officials during the course of audits. Establishes and conducts meetings and conferences to discuss areas of concern and to obtain additional or clarifying data required to analyze and isolate problems. Provides input for development of audit proposals and the annual audit plan for submission to the supervisor. Understands and assesses complex issues, analyzes Agency programs, functions, systems or operations and recommends appropriate corrective actions. Works productively and without constant supervision in a team environment. Possesses and applies knowledge of federal contract and acquisition regulations and standards. Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to discern key issues and draw appropriate conclusions are also required.

- Ensures work papers and other audit documentation are complete and in compliance with government auditing standards. Ensures findings are based upon regulatory and statutory provision and are addressed to the appropriate Agency element(s).

- Writes concise draft reports or segments of audit reports to incorporate in the final for
submission to supervisor.

- Briefs OIG and senior management on the results of audit work.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Note: If you are not selected for this opportunity, your application may be entered into the Agency’s Talent Pool for a limited period of time at DIA’s discretion. Talent Pool candidates will be considered for current or future positions that are open to external candidates (individuals who are not current DIA civilian employees) and for which the Talent Pool candidate is minimally qualified . Inclusion in the Talent Pool does not guarantee referral or selection for this or any other position at DIA.

May be required to perform duty at other operating locations.

Applications must be received by MIDNIGHT (Eastern Time) of the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise waived prior to the vacancy announcement’s closing date. For questions, or to receive reasonable accommodations regarding the submission of your application, please contact our customer service representative at 703-907-4800 no later than 3 p.m. Eastern Time of the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Relocation (permanent change of station) costs may not be authorized.

All DIA employees are subject to initial and aperiodic counterintelligence-scope polygraph tests.

Current Federal employees (non-DIA) must also submit a copy of the SF50, notification of personnel action, that documents their appointment to or promotion to the highest grade held.

Availability for shift work, extended hours, and travel is required for this position.

All DIA employees are subject to world-wide deployment to crisis situations and may be required to serve anywhere in the world.

DIA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, personal favoritism, protected genetic information, or other non-merit factors. DIA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, as appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the servicing Human Resources Specialist/Manager.

All employees are required to sign an agreement not to disclose, in any fashion, classified information to unauthorized persons. An agreement is also required to authorize agency pre-publication review of certain material prior to disclosure during and after employment with DIA.

If you are claiming 5-points Veterans’ preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other documentation that supports your claim. Applicants claiming 10 points veterans’ preference must submit a DD-214 and Standard Form 15, Application for 10-Point Preference, as well as required documentation indicated on the form. Lack of supporting documentation will result in the Agency’s inability to recognize veteran status for this announcement.

Employees must participate in the DoD Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer of Pay (DD/EFT) Program, with net pay deposited directly into the employee's account of choice at his/her designated financial institution.

Positions within this agency generally satisfy NSEP service requirements for David L. Boren Scholars and fellows. Contact the National Security Education Board for further details on service requirements (HTTP://ww.nsepnet.org)

Applications must be received by MIDNIGHT (Eastern Time) of the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise waived prior to the vacancy announcement’s closing date. For questions, or to receive reasonable accommodations regarding the submission of your application, please contact our customer service representative 202-231-8000 no later than 11 p.m. Eastern Time of the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

All applicants must be U.S. citizens and are subject to a thorough background inquiry.

MANDATORY ASSESSMENT FACTORS

1. Conducts audits of complex federal contract and acquisition functions to determine compliance with laws, regulations, or standards.
2. Possess knowledge of federal accounting and auditing principles, concepts, and practices.
3. Communicates moderately complex information, concepts or ideas in a confident and well-organized manner
4. Fosters team spirit and unity of purpose to build a climate of cooperation and trust where people respect and value individual differences and cultural diversity
5. Collects, analyzes and integrates complex information to develop options or logical conclusions for difficult issues



HIGHLY DESIRED ASSESSMENT FACTORS


1. Possess a relevant professional certification to include Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), or Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM).
2. Experienced in conducting Federal or DoD contract audits using federal government audit standards to determine compliance with laws, regulations or standards.
3. Possess a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification.



POSITIVE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

A. Applicants must show successful completion of a full four-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester/36 quarter hours in accounting. The 24 semester/36 quarter hours may include up to 6 semester/9 quarter hours of credit in business law. (The term "accounting"" means ""accounting and/or auditing"". 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:

--Twenty-four semester/36 quarter hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 semester/9 quarter hours of business law;

--A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or

--Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester/22 quarter hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour/36-quarter-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 which is normally associated with successful completion of the four-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester/36 quarter hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements, applicants must have experience that demonstrates possession of the broad range and depth of knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the occupation or specialty at or equivalent to the next lower grade."





MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
1. Experience in performing complex contract or acquisition audits to determine compliance with laws, regulations, or standards, and to determine effectiveness and efficiency.
2. Experience in applying a variety of analytical techniques, including interviews and statistical analysis to gather data and assess high risk areas.
3. Experience in writing comprehensive audit reports, which include findings and recommendations.
4. Experience in presenting audit findings to facilitate the understanding and acceptance of solutions and recommendations.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

You will prepare and submit your application using our on-line application at www.dia.mil. Only applications received through that web-site will be considered.

Please visit our web site, www.dia.mil. Under the "Employment" heading on our web site, you will find a listing of benefits available to DIA employees.

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW DO I APPLY?

Complete and submit an application package following these instructions.

Here's how:

• Navigate to http://diajobs.dia.mil.


• Click the button marked "View Vacancy Announcements and Apply for DIA Jobs" to enter our jobs application site.


• Your first visit?  Register to setup your own account (Create an Account).


• Select the link to view the current available job offerings (Take a look at our job postings and hiring events, then apply for jobs!)


• Search the Vacancy Announcements for opportunities that interest you.


• Select Vacancy Announcements for which you are qualified and place them in your Job Basket by checking the box to the right of the returned search results.  You may select as many as you wish.


• Open your Job Basket to start the application process (View Contents of Job Basket/Apply for Jobs).
  


• While working on the application, please save frequently.


• You may save the application in draft mode prior to final submission and return to it at a later date.  Just look for it under the link for your draft applications.
  


• When you have completed all required information submit the application as final.
• Please be certain to complete the application prior to the published Vacancy Announcement's closing date.
• Final application are not available for revision.
  

Submitting Classified Applications:

How will I know the status of my application?

   We will send an e-mail to you:

• When your application is received by the agency


• If you are found to be among those best qualified and are referred for further consideration


• If you are not selected for a position


• If an announcement is canceled

    Selectees are notified by telephone.

You may check the status of your application on-line on the DIA web site (http://diajobs.dia.mil), by returning to your Applicant Home Page and clicking the “View Your Submitted Applications” link.

How long will I be able to see my application on-line?

• Your completed application package will remain available to you on http://www.dia.mil for 12 months following the date you submitted your application.

Who do I call if I am having trouble using the online application tool?

• Our DIA Jobs Helpdesk is open Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET; Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.  ET, to assist people using DIA's online application tool.  Helpdesk personnel can not answer specific questions about advertised positions.

• Call 301-227-8400 (287-DSN)

How do I email you with my questions?

• Contact us by email using the following address:

I have a question about the advertised job and one about working at DIA.

• Contact the individual listed under "Contact Information" in the heading area on the vacancy announcement on the DIA web site (http://diajobs.dia.mil).

I'm looking at a vacancy announcement that has no closing date.  It says "open continuous" and "open until filled."  What does that mean?

• These announcements remain open until all available positions are filled.  Applications will be reviewed and forwarded to management on an unannounced periodic basis.  To ensure that your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.
  

Will I need to fill out a new complete application each time I apply for a job on www.dia.mil?

• You will complete a new application for each job.  However, once you officially submit an application for consideration, your basic application information (contact information, work experience, education, etc.) will remain active on this site for you to use in future applications.  If there is no activity in your account after 12 months, the information is removed.

How will DIA contact me if my e-mail address or phone number have changed?

• Sign-in to our recruiting site (http://diajobs.dia.mil), click Update Contact Information and make the changes in your contact information stored there.

Can I attach my hard-copy resume instead of using the on-line application process?

• No.  DIA does not accept hard-copy resumes.   All applications must be completed on-line.  Emailed resumes are not reviewed.
  

All Positions in the Defense Intelligence Agency are covered by the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), a pay-banded, pay-for-performance system.

DIA positions are in the Excepted Service under 10 USC 1601 appointment authority.  All candidates must be U.S. citizens and are subject to a thorough background inquiry and any required medical examinations.  All applicants conditionally selected for this position and all DIA employees are subject to initial and periodic counterintelligence-scope polygraph tests.  All applicants conditionally selected for this position will be required to submit, prior to appointment, to urinalysis, to screen for illegal drugs.  Employees are required to sign an agreement not to disclose, in any fashion, classified information to unauthorized persons.  All civilian employees are required to participate in the DoD Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer of Pay Program.  All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation.  Veterans who are preference-eligible or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions are encouraged to apply.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Please see instructions within the on-line application for this vacancy announcement on the DIA web-site, www.dia.mil.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Your application for employment must be prepared and submitted on-line at www.dia.mil. We will notify you, via e-mail, when your application has been received. Later, you will be notified, via e-mail, if DIA is or is not interested in you as a potential employee of our agency.