The CPSC OIG is a small collaborative mission focused office. We perform our work under the requirements of the IG Act of 1978, as amended. Every year staff supervise several mandatory audits and plan and execute a range of risk-based audits targeting issues unique to CPSC and its mission of keeping consumers safe. We also have a robust investigations program where auditors can assist. We offer a variety of projects and a collegial environment.
The primary goal of this position is to conduct and supervise audits and assist with investigations relating to the programs and operations of the CPSC. Further, to recommend policies for activities designed to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness at the CPSC and to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse in CPSC programs and operations. We perform this work based on annual risk assessments and compliance with annual government-wide audits.
We choose audit topics to assess compliance with laws, regulations, and agency guidance. We also focus on areas to support the CPSC's mission of keeping consumer's safe and strive to help the agency be an effective advocate for the safety of consumers. In performing our work we strive to make actionable recommendations that improve agency operations. The auditor performs various types of complex assessments.
These include but are not limited to extremely complex performance; financial; information systems; and program audits all of which support the agency's mission.
Mandatory Education Requirement. All applicants must meet one of the following requirements to qualify: Degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration or accounting.
OR Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge.
The applicant's background must also include one of the following: A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable during the application process.
Official transcripts will be required upon appointment. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of this announcement. All education claimed by applicants will be verified.
CPSC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: paid vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays per year, life and health insurance, Long Term Care insurance, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending account program, and retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan).
CPSC also offers a broad array of work-life flexibilities and services to employees such as, flexible work schedules, transit subsidies, fitness center, and employee assistance and wellness programs.
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This position is with Consumer Product Safety Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.
The posted pay range is $102415 – $158322/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-06.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-20 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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