INSPECTOR GENERAL

Duties

A GS-1801-13, INSPECTOR GENERAL:

• Plans, directs, and manages the programs of the wing Inspector General office. As an independent Inspector General, operates under broad authority and is required to make a multitude of decisions and recommendations without influence from command. Acts as an independent extension of the wing commander, within all spheres of command responsibility and authority, and serves as their confidential representative. Directly manages and is responsible for all IG programs designed to assess and report a unit's readiness, economy, efficiency, effectiveness, and state of discipline to execute assigned missions. Develops short- and long-term strategic plans, goals, and objectives for the wing and IG staff that integrate IG programs to comply with Command and higher headquarters objectives. Develops the criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of both IG programs and inspection areas.
• Serves as an independent Inspector General in management of the Air Force Complaints Resolution, IG Investigations, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA), and Whistleblower Reprisal program. Applies Inspector General and whistleblower reprisal laws, complaint resolution strategies, and investigative techniques to support the prompt resolution of complaints in the service of the public interest. Counsels the wing commander on actions related to the Complaints Resolution process, especially matters that are unprecedented, controversial, highly visible, or of significant importance to the commander or public. Makes independent decisions in complex IG case situations of extreme sensitivity where there is often limited precedent or procedures to rely on.
• Manages, administers, plans, and executes the Inspection System and Commanders Inspection Program. Makes technical and executive decisions that direct planning and execution of wing level IG inspection activities, up to and beyond a 5-year Unit Effectiveness Inspection planning cycle. Operates under a broad mandate from the Wing Commander to conduct independent inspections and evaluations of all legally required and high-risk mission areas. Oversees a systematic approach to analyze inspection reports and Air Force Inspection Agency data to find best practices, risk, and inspection trends. Determines inspection areas and directs inspections be conducted in order to evaluate an organization, function or process by any means or method, including surveys, interviews, assessments, performance evaluations and audits. Responsible to Wing Commander to ensure inspections ascertain unit performance, military discipline, readiness, efficiency, effectiveness and quality of life for Airmen. Responsible for compliance, plans and conduct of By-Law, Special Emphasis Items (SEI), Special Interest Items (SII), Command Interest Items (CII) and nuclear assurance inspections as outlined by requirements from the DoD, DAF, National Guard, and G-MAJCOM. Certifies the IG staff and Wing Inspection Team through an internally developed training program and delegates personal IG authority by administering the IG Oath.
• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Trains employee(s) in assigned duties and responsibilities. Assigns work, establishes priorities, and ensures technical quality of work products, initiates personnel actions, approves leave, resolves employee complaints, exercises disciplinary control, establishes performance standards and evaluates performance. Plans and schedules work in such a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution and ensures effective use of organization resources to achieve organization goals and objectives as well as installation customer needs. Reviews work and management techniques of subordinates and is held accountable for actions taken and advice provided by staff. Makes decisions on work problems presented by subordinates. Directs self-assessment activities of subordinates.
• Represents the Inspector General office and programs with a variety of wing and functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with all organizations, commanders, senior military and civilian leadership, representatives from higher headquarters IGs, other military service IGs, and external inspection and audit agencies. Provides technical advice to major command, agency, or service level inspectors on installation inspector general operations. Enhances openness and approachability by conducting or participating in official public meetings, newcomers' sessions, commander's calls, staff meetings and other installation or unit gatherings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• A resume and supporting documents must be submitted (see "How to Apply").
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• Duties and responsibilities may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; knowledge of applicable laws, directives, regulations, policies, and procedures; skill in interpersonal communications, empathy, and effective listening; ability to organize thoughts, research materials, and manage case projects; skill in comprehending and interpreting directives and laws; ability to enunciate without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communications; ability to write reports and presentation formats; and ability to communicate -orally and in writing- clearly and effectively.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
Must have at least 36 months experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

OR

1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade

Supervisory Experience:
Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

Education

Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED

Degree Required:
N/A

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).

- Certain incentive(s) may be available pending funding and approval but are not guaranteed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY :
The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

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