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Summary The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is responsible for independently and objectively conducting and supervising audits and investigations, providing leadership in promoting economy, efficiency, and effectiveness, and in preventing and detecting fraud and abuse in all operations and programs throughout the NLRB. Responsibilities The overarching duty of the Inspector General (IG) is to lead the OIG in its mission to prevent and detect fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement, and to promote economy and efficiency of operations across the whole of the Agency. The IG oversees this work by personally conducting and supervising audits, investigations, and other inquiries relating to Agency programs and operations. Specific responsibilities for this position include the following: Exercises all applicable responsibilities and authorities under the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, including the initiation of investigations and audits, the issuance of subpoenas, and the preparation of semi-annual and other reports. Plans, develops, and implements an audit program encompassing: (1) examination of financial transactions, accounts, and reports, including evaluations of compliance with applicable laws and regulations; (2) review of NLRB managers' efficiency and economy in the use of resources; (3) reviews to determine whether desired program results are effectively achieved; and (4) reviews to determine whether internal controls are in place to guard against and detect waste, fraud, and abuse in Agency programs and operations. Takes overall responsibility for leading, managing, and directing the work of OIG personnel, including investigators, auditors, and administrative professionals. Within Agency budgetary constraints, ensures that OIG is adequately staffed to meet its statutory functions, which may include retaining contractor support as appropriate. In all circumstances, ensures that OIG personnel and contractors safeguard the integrity and impartiality of investigations, audits, and all other OIG activities, particularly with respect to highly sensitive reviews regarding specific criminal allegations or allegations of non-compliance with Agency policies and/or Federal laws and regulations. Determines how guidelines or plans for an audit should be devised to approach new or previously unencountered conditions and to determine when audit objectives are met. Oversees the development of long-range strategies and goals to minimize the opportunities for the occurrence of waste, fraud, and abuse, as well as the development of recommendations to assist the Agency in promoting economy and efficiency in its operations. Issues audit reports to the Chairman and/or the General Counsel, or their senior managers as appropriate, for consideration of recommended corrective action with respect to audit findings of deficiencies and for consideration of how to implement recommendations related to Agency policies, procedures, practices, and operations based on audit findings. Reviews the activities, annual operating plans, programs, and policies of the OIG, and develops and implements any changes needed to enhance the mission of the office. Represents the OIG at meetings with senior officials, including inspectors general in other Federal executive and legislative offices with respect to OIG-related matters, and serves on relevant interagency committees. This includes acting as a liaison to the General Accounting Office (GAO), serving as member of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency, and responding to inquiries from Members of Congress and their staffs, as appropriate, on Agency and OIG matters. Represents the OIG in meetings with the Department of Justice and other law enforcement agencies to share information and coordinate investigation of illegal activities. Reviews existing and proposed legislation and regulations relating to the Agency's programs and operations and makes recommendations in required semiannual reports concerning the impact of the legislation and regulations on the economy and efficiency of-or the prevention of fraud, waste, or abuse-in those programs and operations. Regularly briefs the Board, the Chairman, and/or the General Counsel, or their respective designees, as appropriate, regarding all OIG investigations, audits, and any other relevant matters. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications THIS POSITION IS IN THE SENIOR EXECUTIVE SERVICE (SES): This is a Career-Reserved position and therefore must be filled by a career appointee. Candidates are not required to have previous SES career service before applying. The selected candidate's executive/managerial qualifications must be certified by the Office of Personnel Management prior to an initial SES career appointment. Positions in the SES are ungraded. To qualify for this position, you must meet the following requirements: As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Professional/Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications. Failure to meet the basic qualification requirements and all Professional/Technical and Executive Core Qualification factors automatically eliminate the applicant from further consideration. ALL CANDIDATES MUST FULLY ADDRESS ALL ITEMS UNDER 'TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS' TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. A. PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS -PTQs: Candidates must provide a narrative statement specifically showing possession of the Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) listed below. Responses should demonstrate the applicant's experience in relation to each PTQ using specific examples of accomplishments. Total length of narratives should not exceed 3 pages. PTQ 1. Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting and audit practices and procedures. PTQ 2. Demonstrated knowledge of financial and other data processing, information security systems and/or electronic case management systems to assess the adequacy of applicable internal controls. PTQ 3. Demonstrated knowledge of investigative techniques, rules of evidence, and other relevant legal considerations. PTQ 4. Demonstrated analytical ability, particularly in identifying potential problems and developing effective solutions. PTQ 5. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing, in a manner appropriate to the intended audience. B. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS - ECQs: Candidates must also submit a separate narrative statement to show possession of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) listed below. You are required to respond to all ECQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ineligible. Total length of narratives should not exceed 10 pages. ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Leadership Competencies: creativity and innovation, external awareness, flexibility, resilience, strategic thinking, vision. ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Leadership Competencies: conflict management, leveraging diversity, developing others, team building. ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Leadership Competencies: accountability, customer service, decisiveness, entrepreneurship, problem solving, technical credibility. ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Leadership Competencies: financial management, human capital management, technology management. ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Leadership Competencies: partnering, political savvy, influencing/negotiating. Particular care should be taken when addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) described under Qualifications and Evaluation, as that information must also be reviewed and approved by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB). Be sure to include professional and volunteer experience, education, training, and awards that demonstrate your skills in a particular ECQ. Please do not submit additional materials such as position descriptions, publications, course descriptions, or OPM literature. Materials other than those discussed under How to Apply will not normally be included in the application package when forwarded to the Executive Resources Board for evaluation. ALL CANDIDATES MUST FULLY ADDRESS ALL ITEMS UNDER 'EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS' AS WELL AS ALL ITEMS UNDER TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. HELPFUL INFORMATION ON ECQs: The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential, not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SES positions. Please provide your examples using the Challenge- Context- Action- Result (CCAR) model when describing your accomplishments as described below: Challenge - Describe a specific problem or goal. Context - Describe the individuals and groups you worked with and/or the environment in which you worked to address the challenge or goal. Action - Discuss the specific actions you took to address the challenge or goal. Result - Give specific examples of the results of your actions. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your personal level of responsibility, the challenges and/or scope of complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Additional information on the ECQs is available here. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone; no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The National Labor Relations Board is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sex orientation), age, disability, genetic information, political affiliations, or any other non-merit factor. Applicants with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Agency's Selective Placement Coordinator by email here. NLRB offers a wide array of reasonable accommodations and programs for individuals with disabilities. (Note: for additional information for job seekers with disabilities, please click on the following website here.) REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION POLICY: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities as appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow instructions in the job announcement. PLACEMENT POLICY: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. Click here for additional information and benefits for SES employees. Privacy Act Information: The application materials you submit for this position contain information subject to the Privacy Act of 1978 (P.L. 93-579, 5 U.S.C. 552a). We are required to provide you with information regarding our authority and purposes for collecting the data; the routine uses which will be made of it, the effect, if any, of nondisclosure. You are entitled to the same information, as it pertains specifically to disclosure of your social security number. The National Labor Relations Board offers career opportunities that feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that include Work/Life Balance Programs (Alternative Work Schedules, Telework, Employee Assistance Program, and the Child Care Subsidy Program), the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, and the Transit Benefit Program.