Senior Inspector

Responsibilities 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 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: Planning, organizing, and executing complex reviews or evaluations to assess program effectiveness, efficiency, compliance, risk, internal controls, or operational performance. Researching, analyzing, and evaluating qualitative and quantitative information, data, records, policies, procedures, or supporting documentation to develop findings, recommendations, and conclusions. 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. Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, including federal agencies, oversight organizations, contractors, or other entities, to obtain information, conduct reviews, or support oversight activities. 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. Appointment Authorities 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 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; 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. In accordance with Executive Order 12564, and under the EXIM‑OIG Drug Free Workplace Program this position is subject to periodic and random testing for illegal drug use. Work Schedule This position allows for a flexible work schedule. EXIM‑OIG uses E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E‑Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days. Candidates 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. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the application process is complete, your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), and any applicable assessment required for this position. Cheating on the online assessment may result in your removal from consideration. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. You will be evaluated for this job based on: The experience listed in your resume and how well you meet the experience listed in the qualification section of announcement and the competencies listed. The result of the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment(s) required for this position. You will be assessed on the following technical and soft skill competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Interpersonal Skills Learning Reasoning Self‑Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Legal, Government, and Jurisprudence Project Management Oral Communication Note: Duplicative competencies indicate that the competency is being assessed in both the Assessment Questionnaire and additional assessment. Due Weight Consideration is a review process used to provide consideration to performance appraisals and awards submitted with each application on a used merit promotion certificate and factoring the results into the merit promotion selection process. Please submit 1) a copy of your most recent performance appraisal/evaluation and 2) a list of any awards (e.g. superior performance awards, special act or achievement awards, quality step increase, etc.) you received in the last 5 years. Any performance appraisal/evaluation and award documentation you provide will be forwarded to the selecting official. The selecting official will review this documentation and give it due weight consideration during the overall selection process. If you do not have your most recent performance appraisal/evaluation, please submit a statement as to why it is not available. Please indicate if any prior performance appraisals/evaluations were at an acceptable level. Career Transition Assistance Programs CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well‑qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. Please refer to Required Documents section for additional details. For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit here. #J-18808-Ljbffr