This position is in the Office of Audits (AUD), which is part of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the U.S. Department of State (Department). AUD has the responsibility for planning, conducting, supervising, overseeing, and coordinating performance audits, evaluations, and other projects of Department, U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), and U.S.
Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) programs worldwide, including crisis, post-conflict, and fragile states.
The duties of the Auditor (Performance) GS-0511 include: GS-12: Assists in planning, scheduling, conducting, and reporting on comprehensive audits, evaluations, and special inquiries of Department of State, USAGM, and/or USIBWC activities, both domestically and at overseas posts in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation.
Applies professional standards, theories, practices, and techniques of performance auditing and evaluation, including qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze and improve programs, identify deficiencies, and propose innovative solutions.
Prepares supporting documentation, including analysis of data and conclusions, and assist in drafting sections of audit or evaluation reports that provide information on program operations and identify causes of deficiencies determined during the project. Plans, organizes, schedules, and prioritizes assigned audit or evaluation work steps; independently perform assigned project steps; and draw conclusions on the efficiency and effectiveness of programs reviewed.
Communicates audit findings and recommendations effectively, both verbally and in writing, including leading meetings or representing OIG at internal or external functions, and developing clear, concise, and accurate reports for diverse audiences.
Coordinates work and maintains effective relationships with managers, staff, and external officials, including conducting interviews and meetings to obtain information, resolve issues, and encourage opportunities for compromise when stakeholders have diverse viewpoints and goals.
GS-13: Plans, conducts, and participates in comprehensive performance audits, evaluations, and special inquiries, in accordance with GAGAS and Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation, of Department of State, USAGM, and/or USIBWC entities to assess economy, efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
Develops audit scopes, objectives, methodologies, and detailed audit plans, including defining team roles, establishing priorities and milestones, and creating audit program steps for complex, multi-site audits where significant issues and undefined problems may arise.
Identifies, analyzes, and resolves complex audit issues, applying administrative laws, regulations, and policies; develops new audit approaches where no precedents exist; and provides expert recommendations to refine audit objectives, methods, and overall direction of audit work.
Conducts interviews, site visits, inspections, and data collection activities with federal officials, program recipients, contractors, and other stakeholders to gather evidence, verify compliance, and support findings, conclusions, and recommendations consistent with professional standards.
Drafts audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations, prepares work papers and supporting materials, and contributes to formal audit reports that serve as the evidentiary basis for corrective actions and management improvements within the audited entity.
Communicates and negotiates audit results with senior officials, including management of audited entities, to influence acceptance and implementation of audit recommendations, often involving sensitive or controversial issues.
Provides mentorship, guidance, and feedback to junior auditors, prepares training materials, shares information across the audit team, and may make on-site decisions while maintaining effective working relationships and coordinating activities with managers and team leaders.
Due to the education requirement of this position, an unofficial/official transcript must be submitted at the time of application. If transcripts are not received, you will be rated as ineligible. You MUST provide unofficial/official transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.
Transcripts must include the following information: name of accredited institution, list of courses with grades and credit earned for each course, quarter or semester hours earned, degree conferred and date, and the name and address of the school. If selected for this position, you will be required to provide an official certified copy of your transcripts before a start date will be established. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
Accreditation: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree.
A listing of these accredited organizations can be found on the Department of Education's website. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation with a course-by-course listing along with your application. If you fail to provide the required documentation, by the closing date of this announcement, you will not receive consideration.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Work Life Programs & Benefits - The Office of Inspector General offers many WorkLife programs such Fit Time, Alternative Work Schedules, Telework, Transit Subsidy, Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Repayment programs, Paid Parental Leave, Health Benefits, Life Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, as well as Vision and Dental benefits.
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This position is with Department of State Headquarters, Department of State.
The posted pay range is $102415 – $158322/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-09.
There are 10 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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