Inspector General

Air Force Inspection Agency•Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The Inspector General exercises inspection program management and integration and develops future Department of the Air Force inspection requirements within the Inspections Directorate (AFIA/IR), under the Secretary of the Air Force Inspector General. The position plans, organizes, and oversees the Directorate’s activities; serves as its authority and consultant to other organizations, MAJCOMs, and agencies in assigned areas; and represents AFIA/IR with installation and functional-area organizations. The incumbent must have a background in and working knowledge of Air Force nuclear operations and/or procedures, obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance, and successfully complete the IG inspectors’ course within six months of assignment. Other training may be required as directed. The role may involve occasional travel away from the normal duty station, and the incumbent will be on call evenings, weekends, and holidays; overtime may be required. The position is a Testing Designated Position subject to initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent, including experience with Air Force and DoD administrative and inspection policies, procedures, techniques, and practices; managing an inspection oversight function; and familiarity with the Air Force Acquisition process and PEM requirements.
For merit promotion applicants, one year at the GS-13 level is required to meet time-in-grade requirements for GS-14, where applicable.
Background in and working knowledge of Air Force nuclear operations and/or procedures.
Ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance.
Successfully complete the IG inspectors’ course within six months of assignment; complete other inspector courses as specified by The Inspector General.
Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for assessing and improving the IG enterprise, readiness sustainment, and SP3 activities.
Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
Skill in planning, organizing, and directing an organization and in mentoring, motivating, and appraising staff.
Knowledge of executive and managerial functions and responsibilities, supported by appropriate education, specialized training, and progressively responsible experience in an inspection-oriented organization.
Knowledge of Air Force airpower program goals and objectives, operational events and milestones, planning and execution relationships among Air Force entities, and public-information release and denial determinations for IG records requests.
Skill in analyzing and adjusting organizational work operations and analyzing inspection reports to identify issues and trends and make recommendations.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing and use standard Air Force office computers and software for word processing, slide preparation, database management, staff package management, and correspondence.
Ability to interact with military and civilian officials at all levels of government, including Public Affairs and Congressional staff; negotiate complex issues and maintain good working relationships.
Pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
Obtain a government travel card unless exempt.
Be available on call evenings, weekends, and holidays; overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and oversee the activities of the Inspections Directorate (AFIA/IR).
Serve as the AFIA/IR authority and consultant to other organizations, MAJCOMs, and agencies in assigned areas of responsibility.
Represent AFIA/IR with installation and functional-area organizations.
Exercise inspection program management and integration and develop future Department of the Air Force inspection requirements.
Plan, organize, and direct organizational functions, personally or through delegated supervisors; mentor, motivate, and appraise staff.
Analyze inspection reports to identify issues and trends, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.
Analyze, plan, and adjust work operations to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
Communicate and negotiate complex issues with military and civilian officials and maintain working relationships.