INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Major Command (MAJCOM) Inspector General's Inspection Reporting Systems (IRS) Manager responsible for Inspector General Evaluation and Management System (IGEMS), Inspector General Evaluation, Management System-Classified (IGEMS-C), Management Internal Control Toolset (MICT), Attachment Three Assessment Tool (ATAT). Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions, General Inspection Investigation Enforcement and Compliance Series 1801. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of complex inspection and/or compliance principles, concepts, and practices sufficient to conduct inspections, interpret complex policies/regulations, recognize and resolve discrepancies and/or inconsistencies among findings. Knowledge of Air Force, MAJCOM, and IG organizational structure, operations, and policies; and mission responsibilities of the many diverse organizational entities. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the analysis and improvement of program effectiveness or the involvement of complex management processes and systems. Knowledge of Air Force Inspection System (AFIS) with particular emphasis on Management System (IGEMS), Management System-Classified (IGEMS-C), Management Internal Control Toolset (MICT), SharePoint, Attachment Three Assessment Tool (ATAT), and any additional inspection tools and applications. Knowledge of Air Force, MAJCOM, and unit/installation organizational structure, operations, and policies; and mission responsibilities of the many diverse organizational entities. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the analysis and improvement of program effectiveness or the involvement of complex management processes and systems. Knowledge of customer service and customer support principles and methods; and the ability to report/elevate, respond to, and report serviced and/or subordinate organization issues. Knowledge of Air Force, MAJCOM, and unit/installation organizational structure, operations, and policies; and mission responsibilities of the many diverse organizational entities. OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of DoD, Joint, and AF policies, instructions, and regulations directing and governing the management of the subordinate unit inspection programs, IGEMS, IGEMS-C, MICT, SharePoint, ATAT, and additional inspection tools and applications. Knowledge of DoD, Joint, and AF policies, instructions, and regulations governing the AMC/IG operations and its comprehensive plans programs. Knowledge of IG program objectives and methods used to evaluate the effectiveness of processes, and the relationship of the various command entities involved in serviced and subordinate organizations' operations and evaluations. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of readiness and sustainability of serviced and subordinate organizations. Skill in conducting methods and practices for troubleshooting, recovering, adjusting, modifying, and improving applications to provide support that minimizes interruptions in service to serviced and subordinate organizations and maintain liaison with higher headquarters. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relationships with others through tact, courtesy and diplomacy for the purpose of discussing and elevating technical issues and relaying inspection results and trend analysis with key DOD personnel. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.