Auditor - OIG
Apply NowCompany: U.S Government
Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Auditor - OIG
Overview
Announcement number/Req ID: req601
Closing date: 5/2/2025
Pay scale & grade: CP 09 - 10
Salary: 113,248.00 - 160,534.00 PA
Job series: 0511
Appointment type: Permanent
Work schedule: Full-Time
Locations
1 vacancies in the following location:
Washington, DC 20001
Relocation expenses reimbursed: No
Telework eligible: True
Clarification from the agency: Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
Duties
Summary
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
Responsibilities
Thisposition is located within the Office of Inspector General (OIG). The OIG hasstatutory oversight responsibility covering the United States Capitol Police(USCP). This oversight responsibility includes conducting and reporting onaudits, inspections, investigations, and special inquiries of all USCPorganizational entities. These audits encompass the following: (a) theoperating, administration, and financial activities of USCP Bureaus andOffices; and are directed to determine compliance with applicable laws,economy, and efficiency and/or achievement of program results; and (b) selectedclaims, costs, cost proposals, and cost and pricing data arising from loans orother agreements entered into by USCP.
With a professional comprehensive knowledge of the theories, principles, andpractices of professional accounting and auditing, and knowledge oforganizational practices and functions, the incumbent of this positionindependently plans and conducts audits or participates as a team member ofaudits led by a higher-graded auditor. The audits conducted may involvefinancial records and systems or consist of activities to review and evaluatethe performance of an entity's functions or activities involved in thedetection of fraud, waste, and abuse.
1. Plans, organizes, coordinates, conducts, and prepares reports on audits,analyses and reviews.
2. Resolves most issues encountered in audits including those where thegoverning laws and/or regulations require interpretation.
3. Ensures that the audit findings are supportable, meets audit standards, andthat conclusions and recommendations are sound and reasonable.
4. Prepares, reviews, and edits draft reports. Submits comprehensive objectivereports of the audit with well-defined findings and well-reasonedrecommendations for corrective actions needed.
Travel required: 1 Travel May be required.
Supervisory status: False
Promotion potential: 10
Requirements
You must be a U.S. citizen.Successful completion of a background investigation is required.Must complete a one-year probationary period.This position is ELIGIBLE for telework as determined by the OIG policy. Must have Direct Deposit.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.*THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION*
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.
1. You must meet the minimum basic educational and/or work experiencerequirements for professional accounting positions in the federal government(see education);
and
2. You must have specialized experience for this position, which is in ordirectly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which hasequipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities tosuccessfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience isdefined as experience performing accounting, auditing, financial or compliancework by planning, conducting audit assignments and reporting results.
*Salary will be commensurate with qualifications andexperience*
Highly Desired Skills
Experience conducting or overseeing financial statement, informationtechnology, or performance audits.
Possess a relevant professional certification to include Certified InformationSystems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional(CISSP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA),Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Government Financial Manager(CGFM).
(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
Education
You must meet the minimum basic educational and/or work experience requirements for professional accounting positions in the federal government. 1. Bachelor's 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 credit semester hours or equivalent in accounting. (May include up to six (6) credit hours or equivalent in business law). 2. At least four years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that included 24 credit semester hours or equivalent in accounting or auditing courses. (May include up to six (6) credit hours or equivalent in business law).
Additional Information
Additional Conditions of Employment with the USCP:As per the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, criminal history information will only be collected following a qualifications review and after a tentative offer of employment has been made. A criminal history does not automatically exclude an applicant from employment with the USCP.Criminal History Check - Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal history check of the past 10 years if offered employment. A criminal history check will be performed on applicants who accept an offer of employment. Credit Check - Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans. Applicants must demonstrate a competent financial history. Financial delinquency including collection accounts, liens, repossessions, or garnishments may be a basis for disqualification. Selective Service Registration - Male applicants must provide verification of registration with the Selective Service System or must verify exemption from the Selective Service System registration because of age or military status. Female applicants are exempt from Selective Service System registration. https://www.sss.gov/verify/Fingerprint Check - Applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a check of their criminal history record. Background Investigation - Must successfully complete all components of the USCP full field background investigation. There are few automatic grounds for rejection in the USCP background investigation process. Issues of misconduct, such as illegal drug use, arrests, or convictions, may not be automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate misstatements, omissions, or intentionally withholding required information at any phase of the hiring process will result in a candidate's disqualification regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatement or omission. The primary reason candidates fail a background investigation is due to deliberately withholding or omitting material facts. Providing false and/or misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and selection process.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Evaluation Factors:Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses so that your experience can be evaluated properly. We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this vacancy announcement.
Security clearance: 3
Drug test required: No
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:1. Your Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yr.) of employment.2. Other supporting documents:- Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable.- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.
How to Apply
Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application. 5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.The complete application package must be submitted by 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Next Steps
After a review of your application materials is made, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.
Agency Contact Information
YETRETA LOMAX
Office of Inspector General
Email: YETRETA.LOMAX@USCP.GOV
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: The United States Capitol Police is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without discrimination based on national origin, race, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Overview
Announcement number/Req ID: req601
Closing date: 5/2/2025
Pay scale & grade: CP 09 - 10
Salary: 113,248.00 - 160,534.00 PA
Job series: 0511
Appointment type: Permanent
Work schedule: Full-Time
Locations
1 vacancies in the following location:
Washington, DC 20001
Relocation expenses reimbursed: No
Telework eligible: True
Clarification from the agency: Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
Duties
Summary
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
Responsibilities
Thisposition is located within the Office of Inspector General (OIG). The OIG hasstatutory oversight responsibility covering the United States Capitol Police(USCP). This oversight responsibility includes conducting and reporting onaudits, inspections, investigations, and special inquiries of all USCPorganizational entities. These audits encompass the following: (a) theoperating, administration, and financial activities of USCP Bureaus andOffices; and are directed to determine compliance with applicable laws,economy, and efficiency and/or achievement of program results; and (b) selectedclaims, costs, cost proposals, and cost and pricing data arising from loans orother agreements entered into by USCP.
With a professional comprehensive knowledge of the theories, principles, andpractices of professional accounting and auditing, and knowledge oforganizational practices and functions, the incumbent of this positionindependently plans and conducts audits or participates as a team member ofaudits led by a higher-graded auditor. The audits conducted may involvefinancial records and systems or consist of activities to review and evaluatethe performance of an entity's functions or activities involved in thedetection of fraud, waste, and abuse.
1. Plans, organizes, coordinates, conducts, and prepares reports on audits,analyses and reviews.
2. Resolves most issues encountered in audits including those where thegoverning laws and/or regulations require interpretation.
3. Ensures that the audit findings are supportable, meets audit standards, andthat conclusions and recommendations are sound and reasonable.
4. Prepares, reviews, and edits draft reports. Submits comprehensive objectivereports of the audit with well-defined findings and well-reasonedrecommendations for corrective actions needed.
Travel required: 1 Travel May be required.
Supervisory status: False
Promotion potential: 10
Requirements
You must be a U.S. citizen.Successful completion of a background investigation is required.Must complete a one-year probationary period.This position is ELIGIBLE for telework as determined by the OIG policy. Must have Direct Deposit.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.*THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION*
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.
1. You must meet the minimum basic educational and/or work experiencerequirements for professional accounting positions in the federal government(see education);
and
2. You must have specialized experience for this position, which is in ordirectly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which hasequipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities tosuccessfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience isdefined as experience performing accounting, auditing, financial or compliancework by planning, conducting audit assignments and reporting results.
*Salary will be commensurate with qualifications andexperience*
Highly Desired Skills
Experience conducting or overseeing financial statement, informationtechnology, or performance audits.
Possess a relevant professional certification to include Certified InformationSystems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional(CISSP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA),Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Government Financial Manager(CGFM).
(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
Education
You must meet the minimum basic educational and/or work experience requirements for professional accounting positions in the federal government. 1. Bachelor's 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 credit semester hours or equivalent in accounting. (May include up to six (6) credit hours or equivalent in business law). 2. At least four years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that included 24 credit semester hours or equivalent in accounting or auditing courses. (May include up to six (6) credit hours or equivalent in business law).
Additional Information
Additional Conditions of Employment with the USCP:As per the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, criminal history information will only be collected following a qualifications review and after a tentative offer of employment has been made. A criminal history does not automatically exclude an applicant from employment with the USCP.Criminal History Check - Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal history check of the past 10 years if offered employment. A criminal history check will be performed on applicants who accept an offer of employment. Credit Check - Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans. Applicants must demonstrate a competent financial history. Financial delinquency including collection accounts, liens, repossessions, or garnishments may be a basis for disqualification. Selective Service Registration - Male applicants must provide verification of registration with the Selective Service System or must verify exemption from the Selective Service System registration because of age or military status. Female applicants are exempt from Selective Service System registration. https://www.sss.gov/verify/Fingerprint Check - Applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a check of their criminal history record. Background Investigation - Must successfully complete all components of the USCP full field background investigation. There are few automatic grounds for rejection in the USCP background investigation process. Issues of misconduct, such as illegal drug use, arrests, or convictions, may not be automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate misstatements, omissions, or intentionally withholding required information at any phase of the hiring process will result in a candidate's disqualification regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatement or omission. The primary reason candidates fail a background investigation is due to deliberately withholding or omitting material facts. Providing false and/or misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and selection process.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Evaluation Factors:Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses so that your experience can be evaluated properly. We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this vacancy announcement.
Security clearance: 3
Drug test required: No
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:1. Your Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yr.) of employment.2. Other supporting documents:- Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable.- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.
How to Apply
Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application. 5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.The complete application package must be submitted by 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Next Steps
After a review of your application materials is made, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.
Agency Contact Information
YETRETA LOMAX
Office of Inspector General
Email: YETRETA.LOMAX@USCP.GOV
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: The United States Capitol Police is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without discrimination based on national origin, race, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.