Deputy Assistant Inspector General Investigations (DAIGI)

Summary

The USPS OIG is seeking a highly qualified senior executive level applicant to fill a Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (DAIGI), Inspector General Executive Service (IGES) Band position within the Office of Investigations located in Arlington, VA. The DAIGI serves as the principal advisor to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) in matters relative to field investigations and operations, and headquarters operations. Bring your skills and voice to our team!

Duties

• Candidates will be evaluated on the skills that they possess that are directly related to the duties of the position and the experience, education and training that indicate the applicant's ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Only those candidates who meet all qualification and eligibility requirements and who submit the required information by 11:59 PM EST on Thursday, September 24, 2026 will be considered. The USPS OIG uses a Pay Banding system, which is equivalent to the Federal GS scale. Grade and salary determinations will be made based upon a candidate's education and professional experience. This position is being advertised at the Inspector General Executive Service (IGES) Band level, equivalent to the Senior Executive Service (SES). The salary range for this position is $184,900 - $228, 000. Relocation expenses may be paid. Travel Required 50% or less - 50% or Less Travel Required Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations. The successful candidate must exhibit a high degree of leadership and demonstrate experience planning and conducting complex federal criminal investigations. Oversees and directs, through subordinate managers and staff, a variety of investigative activities across the country. Applies sound management principles to these activities with an emphasis on quality, timeliness, and efficiency and with the goals of improving the overall effectiveness of the organization. Provides leadership and guidance in setting the workforce's expected performance levels commensurate with Office of Investigation's strategic objectives. Promotes quality through effective use of the organization's performance management system (e.g., establishing performance standards, appraising staff accomplishments using the developed standards, and taking action to reward, counsel, or remove employees, as appropriate). Assesses current and future staffing needs based on the Office of Investigation's goals and budget realities. Applies merit principles to develop, select, and manage a diverse workforce. Oversees the allocation of financial resources and identifies cost-effective solutions to operational issues. Provides support and oversight to the budgetary process, including offering assistance in preparing and justifying a budget and operating the budget under organizational procedures. Represents and speaks for the Office of Investigations and its work (e.g., presenting, explaining, selling, defending, and negotiating) to those within and outside the Office of the Inspector General (e.g., agency heads and other United States Postal Service executives; corporate executives; the media; clientele and professional groups). Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals and groups; clarifies information; and facilitates an open exchange of ideas. Establishes and maintains working relationships with internal organizational units (e.g., other program areas and staff support functions). Develops and enhances alliances with external groups (e.g., other agencies or firms, state and local governments, Congress, and clientele groups). Engages in cross-functional activities and maintains common ground with a widening range of stakeholders. Works in groups and teams, conducts briefings and other meetings, and gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of different people in a variety of situations, exercising tact and treating others with respect. Ensures that reports, memoranda, and other documents reflect the position and work of the organization in a clear, convincing, and organized manner.

Qualifications

EVALUATION FACTORS: Mandatory Technical Requirements This is a position in the Inspector General Executive Service (IGES). The following mandatory technical requirements (MTRs) are required to be addressed in a separate narrative response not to exceed 4 pages (one page per MTR); however, the successful candidate should be capable in the following areas: Demonstrated experience supervising, managing, planning and conducting complex criminal investigations into areas such as procurement fraud, executive misconduct and public corruption, financial fraud, mail theft, healthcare claimant and provider fraud, and other types of employee misconduct. Demonstrated experience functioning as a senior level manager with responsibility for establishing work plans and overseeing a staff of subordinate managers and investigators. Demonstrated experience with the development and oversight of budget, training, performance management, and strategic planning. Superior oral, written, and presentation communication skills, with an ability to articulate and present ideas both to internal staff and external stakeholders. You will no longer be considered for this position if you: fail to respond to all of the questions in the assessment questionnaire; fail to address a factor in the narrative section (no response or "See resume" or similar language will be scored a zero (0)); or receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor. MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Have serviced in a leadership position in the Federal Law Enforcement 1811 series Criminal Investigator Must have at least 1 year of experience at the equivalent (GS-15) Director Band At least 7 years of professional federal law enforcement experience Experience directly supervising, managing, planning and conducting complex criminal investigations Received at least a met expectations rating on your most recent performance appraisals (FY 2024 and 2025) DESIRABLES QUALIFICATIONS Experience or knowledge of the Inspector General (IG) community Experience or knowledge of the Postal Service and its operation Graduate level education Applicants that do not meet the eligibility requirements will not be considered. You will no longer be considered for this position if you: fail to respond to all of the questions in the assessment questionnaire; fail to address a factor in the narrative section (no response or "See resume" or similar language will be scored a zero (0)); or receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all evaluation factor requirements will result in a score of zero (0). Upon receipt of a zero score, you will be deemed "not minimally qualified," and you will not be referred for further consideration.

Education

Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation here: https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation. Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education: Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S. credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities. For further information visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. IMPORTANT UPDATE: Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. You will no longer be considered for this announcement if your resume exceeds the two-page limit. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, Thursday, September 24, 2026, to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. You are strongly urged to read and print the entire vacancy announcement.