INSPECTOR/INVESTIGATOR
What you'd do
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Major duties
You will advise leadership on matters related to promoting economy, effectiveness, and efficiency in the administration of Department of Navy (DON) programs and operations. You will advise leadership on preventing and detecting fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement. You will conduct hotline and military whistleblower reprisal (MWBR) investigations as part of an investigative team. You will review and evaluate complaints/requests to identify potential violations of laws and regulations. You will conduct record reviews and draft comprehensive investigation reports detailing each complaint/allegation, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Navy (DON), and NAVY Inspector General guidelines. You will respond to complaints and allegations from various sources.
What you need to qualify
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GG/GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector, such as: Utilize expertise to conduct the full cycle of non-criminal IG investigations and inspections by applying established methodologies to collect, review, and analyze evidence, culminating in the preparation of comprehensive Reports of Investigation (ROIs) and data-driven trend analysis reports for leadership review. Leverages proven ability to perform as a Team Leader on Navy and Joint Service IG Inspections, expertly leading and organizing blended military and civilian teams while managing the entire inspection process from coordinating self-assessments to identifying deficiencies, making corrective recommendations, and overseeing follow-up actions for effectiveness. Adept at senior leader communication by interfacing directly with Flag-level military and civilian personnel, preparing and issuing final written inspection reports, and confidently briefing complex findings, outcomes, and trend analyses to leadership. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
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