DETAILED INSPECTOR GENERAL (TITLE 5)

Summary

This National Guard position is for a DETAILED INSPECTOR GENERAL (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5233P01, and is part of JFHQ in Draper, UT, with the Utah Army National Guard. Incumbent may also be assigned to Camp Williams, UT weekly.

Priority will be given to all current, onboard employees of the UTARNG.

The selecting supervisor for this vacancy is COL Michael Czipka.

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Duties

Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list

As a DETAILED INSPECTOR GENERAL (TITLE 5), GS-1801-12, you will:

• Participates in DOD/DA/DAF State inspections, inquiries, and investigations to perform review, analysis, evaluation, staffing and coordination.
• During on-site visit, conducts interviews and data gathering assignments in the administrative and management areas.
• Analyzes assigned area to identify procedural deficiencies and compliance with regulatory procedures.
• Explains Army systems, procedures and processes as they relate to problem areas to improve operations and accomplish command objectives.
• Conducts investigations of allegations made and problems or deficiencies identified during the course of inspecting State or unit operations relating to areas assigned.
• Processes complaints and requests for assistance emanating from personnel within the State and investigates or inquires to substantiate alleged or suspected instances of non-compliance of individuals or organization with laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, or other mandatory regulatory requirements.
• Deals directly with the commanders and upper level leadership in the resolution of problems and complaints.
• Maintains, controls, and follows-up on each case until resolved and closed.
• Prepares reports analyzes trends for the IG and State leadership.
• Serves as an instructor/facilitator in explaining Army or Air IG systems, procedures, and processes as they relate to problem areas in inspected functions and activities.
• Develops/interprets policies and published guidance throughout the State and to the IG.
• Evaluates and processes inspection/investigation deficiencies.
• Determines responsiveness of organizational replies and adequacy of response/corrective actions taken on reported deficiencies resulting from reports of general, procurements and technical inspections/ inquires/investigation.
• Participates in developing course of action to assist all levels of management across functional lines throughout the State and higher headquarters for resolution of controversial issues/problems.
• Manages a follow-up program for reported deficiencies through contacts within DOD/DA/DAF/State/IG offices/Internal Review/AAA/AFAA inspecting agencies, commands and activities.
• Performs long range planning and analysis, systematically researches, collects, organizes, and analyzes pertinent data to determine and identify major systemic issues. Examines and analyzes data and narrative information.
• Portrays results in terms of functionally related issues and performs problem and trend analysis to provide an assessment to The Adjutant General, leadership and staff.
• Prepares and reviews periodic and recurring IG reports and analyses of deficiency trends for the State and presents these trends to the IG and state leadership.
• Assists MTOE, TDA or UMD Commanders by providing timely information and guidance and working proactively to correct systemic problems which impact mission support, Soldiers or Airmen and command readiness.
• Conducts special and follow-up inspections, inquiries, and investigations as directed by the IG.
• Manages the Army and Air Force IG data bases for case entry, performing IG inquiries and special inspections in areas of concern as directed by The Adjutant General.
• Reviews pre-deployment individual and unit checklists to insure regulatory compliance. Develops and updates internal office protocol and guidelines.
• Manages internal office budget.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must have moral attributes and personal traits that demonstrate adherence to Army and Air Force Values, and the Army Civilian Corps Creed.
• Must have no record of criminal punishment except for minor offenses or derogatory information contained in IG records as screened by the USAIGA and SAF-IG.
• Employee will be required to attend and successfully complete the HQDA Inspector General Course and the SECAF IG Training Course for Investigations and successfully complete the DA Inspector General Refresher training as required by The Inspector General of the Army, and the Air Force Worldwide Training Conferences as required for refresher training.
• Employee will be required to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance. A minimum of an interim secret security clearance is required before an individual can perform any IG functions or have access to IG records. Positions requiring a higher clearance level must be designated as such in accordance with DOD 5200.2-R and validated by the Office of Personnel Management's Position Designation Tool.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Position requires travel to support National Guard units statewide. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.
• Applicants referred for consideration will be subject to a database check against the Army Inspector General Action Request (IGARS) and the Air Force Complaints Resolution (ACTS) data bases to screen for adverse information, substantiated allegations, and ongoing IG investigations. A social security number (SSN) is required to conduct the background investigation; applicants must supply their SSN when asked by the hiring authority.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• This position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  
  

Qualifications

• Your resume must reflect in detail how the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer meets the below listed general and specialized experience required for the position.
• Must include beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week in order to determine part time vs. full time credit.
  
  

General Experience

Must have experience which has provided you with skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; knowledge of applicable laws, directives, regulations, policies, and procedures; skill in interpersonal communications, empathy, and effective listening; ability to organize thoughts, research materials, and manage case projects; skill in comprehending and interpreting directives and laws; ability to enunciate without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communications; ability to write reports and presentation formats; and ability to communicate -orally and in writing- clearly and effectively.

Specialized Experience

Have at least 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-1801-11? (Must submit SF 50 to validate response)

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Applicant Must Have

• Comprehensive knowledge of organization/activity, NGB/DA/DAF/DOD, organizational structures, and their functional interrelationships.
• Comprehensive knowledge of established management principles and operating procedures plus skill in applying fact-finding and investigative techniques to gather clear-cut factual evidence of waste and abuse, or compliance with regulations.
• Comprehensive knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues/inspections or investigations/inquiries concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations (discipline, efficiency, morale, economy, training and readiness) carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions (i.e. internal activities or functions such as supply, budget, procurement, or personnel which serve to facilitate line or program operations).
• Comprehensive knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents which affect the use of program and related support resources (people, money, or equipment) in the area studied.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the activity.
• Comprehensive knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of administrative and technical programs, along with knowledge of the mission, organization, and work processes of programs throughout a military command, complex multi-mission JFHQ (St), or equivalent, and the relationships of administrative support activities (e.g., data processing accounting, budget) to such missions.
• Comprehensive knowledge in conducting inspections, inquires, investigations, analyzing findings, and making recommendations on substantive operating programs; (e.g., weapons testing or commodity management).
• Comprehensive knowledge and skill in preparing project papers and staffs reports, organizing and delivering briefings to managers for understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of managing an internal office budget.
  
  

Education

Not applicable for this position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 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 in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Category Rating: Your application will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating selection procedures. Once the application process is complete, a review of your qualifications will be conducted to determine if you are qualified for this job. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The quality categories are:

• Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for this position.
• Well Qualified: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for this position.
• Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements for this position.
  
  

Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to reflect your abilities more accurately, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment.

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Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

• Resume: resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.), hours per week. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade. Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates. Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
• Other supporting documents:
• Applicable documents required for qualification, education, or certification as stated above.
• Must provide transcripts for education requirements if applicable.
  
  

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• Other supporting documents: VET Preference documents if you possess them (DD Form 214, VA Disability Letter, SF15)
  
  

Veterans Preference Information: Veterans' preference is not the same thing as being considered a veteran, there is a list of qualifying criteria that can be found at the following link:

OPM Guide: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/

Veterans' preference must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation.

Note: Any alterations in the shaded areas render the DD-214 void.

Acceptable Documentation May Be

• If claiming TP: You must submit a copy of your DD Form 214, "Certificate of Release or discharge from Active Duty". The DD 214 must reflect dates of service, Character of Service as Honorable or under honorable conditions, and an authorized campaign medal.
• If claiming CP or CPS: You must submit a copy of your DD Form 214 and a Disability Letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs. The DD 214 must reflect dates of service, and Character of Service as Honorable, or under Honorable conditions. The Letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs must reflect your disability rating (0 to 100%) for preference eligibility. (You may obtain one by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online at VA.gov. You will need to submit a Standard Form, SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference".)
• If claiming XP: You must submit a copy of your DD Form 214, and a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting 100% disability for preference eligibility. You will need to submit a Standard Form, SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference". Note: preference is not awarded if the veteran is living and is qualified for Federal Employment.
  
  

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.