Summary

This position is part of the, Export-Import Bank of the US - OIG, Office of Special Reviews . The incumbent will be responsible for independently support EXIM-OIG's inspections, evaluations, and special reviews program.

Duties

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• Independently researches, analyzes, and evaluates information and materials relating to EXIM-Bank's programs, operations, policies, and systems.
• Conducts special reviews of EXIM-Bank programs, operations, or transactions for conformity.
• Participates in policy analysis for the purpose of evaluating options for future policy.
• Prepares reports for areas assigned, describing significant results and conclusions.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation.
• Direct Deposit of pay is required.
• Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.
• Status candidates must meet time-in-grade (see Qualifications).
• Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) filer.
• Top Secret clearance required.
• Periodic drug testing required.

Qualifications

At the GS-14 level, you must meet the following qualification:

One year of specialized experience that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-13 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience that is in or directly related to the line of work of this position and has equipped you with the knowledge and competencies to successfully perform the duties of this position. More specifically, this requirement experience in item (1) Conducting or leading inspections, evaluations, reviews, audits, or other oversight activities involving federal programs, operations, policies, or organizational functions AND at least 3 of the following remaining 5 items:

2. Planning, organizing, and executing complex reviews or evaluations to assess program effectiveness, efficiency, compliance, risk, internal controls, or operational performance.

3. Researching, analyzing, and evaluating qualitative and quantitative information, data, records, policies, procedures, or supporting documentation to develop findings, recommendations, and conclusions.

4.Preparing and presenting written reports, management advisories, briefings, or other products that communicate significant results, recommendations, or corrective actions to senior leadership or external stakeholders.

5. Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, including federal agencies, oversight organizations, contractors, or other entities, to obtain information, conduct reviews, or support oversight activities.

6. Identifying program, operational, financial, regulatory, or management vulnerabilities and recommending improvements to enhance compliance, accountability, effectiveness, or efficiency of organizational programs and operations.

Applicants must carefully review the information in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section for important information and instructions pertaining to the multi-hurdle assessment process for this position.

Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

TIME-IN-GRADE: Current career or career-conditional employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b).

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no educational substitution for this position.

Additional information

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for RA for Online Assessments.

Appointment Authorities: For more information on appointment authority eligibility requirements:

Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A

Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans

Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses

Other Special Appointment Authorities

OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities

Telework Suitability:

The duties of this position are suitable for occasional telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act.

Stipulations of Employment:

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• Your performance and conduct;
• The needs and interests of the agency;
• Whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment may be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

If selected, you will be required to file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450).

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and keep a security clearance. Appointment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.

Work Schedule:

This position allows for a flexible work schedule.

Miscellaneous:

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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