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This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Audit Services.
This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under HHS-OIG-MP-25-12623113
12/02/2024 to 12/06/2024
$117,962 - $153,354 per year
GS 13
1 vacancy in the following locations:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
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No
HHS-OIG-DE-25-12623117
821599800
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
All U.S. Citizens, No Prior Federal Experience is Required
Performs and monitors audits for matters of HHS-wide concern, or matters affecting the organization for evaluating the efficiency and economy of operations, in order to assure that the financial management system and internal controls are adequate; and to ascertain the degree of compliance with mission responsibilities, applicable laws, regulations, standard operating procedures, and accounting and financial policies. Audits conducted are also designed to evaluate: (1) Information Technology Reporting and Systems, (2) entity-wide security program planning and management; (3) access controls; (4) application software development and change control; (5) system software; (6) segregation of duties; (7) service continuity; and (8) application controls of key Departmental systems.
Coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the work of the IPA contracted to annually audit the HHS Consolidated Financial Statement and other audit work contracted to be performed by the OIG. Other audit work may include additional reviews of HHS financial information or evaluation of HHS performance areas. Incumbent may serve as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or as the alternate COR in the absence of the FSARS Director and/or audit managers.
Determines adequacy of performance by the IPA and other work performed by FSARS standards. Works with the IPA and other OIG auditors, to develop or modify auditing methods and techniques, to resolve a variety of complex auditing problems. Answers a variety of inquiries posed by IPA and auditors. Review audit reports received from the IPA to ensure required information is included and to resolve discrepancies. Provides professional advice to the IPA in the development and presentation of IT exhibits, records, and other data for presentation to HHS officials.
Prepares draft of memoranda transmitting IPA reports to appropriate program offices that include a summary of significant findings. If requested, provides authoritative information in response to inquiries received from regional office staff, State and local governments, grantees and contractors, and other external sources concerning audit policy as it relates to HHS financial reporting.
Provides overall guidance for OAS reviews, of internal controls related to computer-based financial management and information systems, in accordance with OMB Circulars A-130 and A-127. Recommends policy and procedures to be followed in evaluating general EDP Information Technology controls, as well as application controls as they impact the preparation and audit of financial statements under the CFOs Act.
Serves as a liaison between OIG and HHS CFO Staff on financial reporting matters. Provides OIG input to HHS CFO and presentations, including footnote disclosures and program indicators. HHS management has responsibility to develop and present financial statements and audit results.
Conducts site visits as required, to assure uniformity in OIG position, professional standards, and to discuss presentation of findings, to meet audit objectives.
Assists the Audit Manager and Director, in the review all financial audit reports, for compliance with applicable standards and policies before they are submitted for the Inspector General's signature.
Serves as a contact point, to provide expert advice and assistance on financial management matters, in assigned area to HHS and OIG staff, and to Federal, State, local, public, and private agencies, where programs interrelate.
Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click on the link for a list of accrediting organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials.
Recruitment Incentives: Payment for relocation expenses is not authorized for this position. A recruitment bonus will not be offered. Repayment of student loans will not be offered. Private sector work experience may be approved as credit for your Annual Leave accrual.
Security and Background Requirements: A background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.
Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Career Transition Program (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Documentation: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for consideration under the CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility. Appropriate documentation such as a reduction-in-force (RIF) separation notice, an SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area. You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record along with your application package. Those eligible for consideration will need to be rated as well-qualified at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position in order to exercise selection priority. For more information about ICTAP, go to: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition.
EEO Statement: HHS is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences.
Disabled Veteran Leave: HHS OIG participates in the Wounded Warrior Federal Leave Act of 2015. To learn more about this benefit, please go to: Disabled Veteran Leave (opm.gov).
Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act ("Fair Chance Act"): The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act (FCA) prohibits federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history record prior to extending a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the FCA. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the FCA may submit a written complaint to the Department by email at FairChanceAct@hhs.gov
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire that is based on the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job:
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
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.
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A complete application package for this vacancy must be received on-line via the USA Staffing web site by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/06/2024 to receive consideration. Mailed/emailed applications will not be accepted.
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This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.
You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed.
E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.
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The Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General has been at the forefront of the nation's efforts to fight waste, fraud and abuse and to improving the efficiency of more than 100 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) programs. Our vision is to drive positive change in HHS programs and in the lives of the people served by these programs.
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for HHS fights fraud, waste and abuse in HHS programs including Medicare, Medicaid, Healthcare Marketplaces, NIH, FDA, CDC and more. OIG HHS is the largest Federal inspector general's office, employing a nationwide network of auditors, investigators, attorneys, and evaluators to provide program recommendations to decision-makers, distribute educational resources to the industry and public, and investigate cases to root out fraud.
OIG is ranked as the #1 agency in HHS by the Partnership for Public Service's "The Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" 2023 ratings and has maintained this top ranking every year since 2015.
For more information about the HHS Office of Inspector General, go to http://oig.hhs.gov/.
