AUDITOR

Summary

The incumbent serves as a senior auditor responsible for planning executing, and reporting on a wide variety of complex audits of government programs, operations, and financial statements. The work requires application of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), also known as the Yellow Book, and other relevant DoW and DeCA-specific polices and regulations.

Duties

• As a GS-0511-12 Auditor, you will be responsible for the following duties: Performing audits of agency programs and operations in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS). Performing analysis tasks that are complex and require application of a variety of audit techniques and methodologies, as well as specific industry knowledge and auditor creativity. Preparing audit working papers and ensuring that documentation fully supports audit results and complies with professional standards. Drafting audit reports ensuring they are clear, concise, and technically correct and conform to agency policies, as well as GAGAS. Participating with the audit team in meetings, briefings, and conferences with high-level management officials from the DeCA, other federal agencies, and contractors regarding audit findings. Assisting audit management with identifying key areas for future audits. Read the entire announcement before starting the application process.

Qualifications

You must meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualifications for series 0511 and additional requirements by the announcement closing date. Your resume (and/or transcript if necessary) must clearly show that you have the qualifications described below. You can use experience, education, or a combination of the two to qualify. When using education to meet qualifications you must submit transcripts. See Required Documents for more information. GS-12: Creditable Specialized Experience Planning and performing government audits using Government Auditing Standards and performing work that demonstrates knowledge of the total audit evaluation process, including the planning, execution and reporting phases. Applying professional standards, methods and techniques of performance auditing, including qualitative and quantitative methods, to gather evidence, validate findings, establish conclusions, formulate recommendations, and prepare reports. Comprehending and/or applying problem solving and negotiating techniques and propose solutions for deficiencies. Communicating audit results which includes effectively communicating audit findings and recommendations both verbally and in writing, developing clear, concise and accurate audit reports for diverse audiences. A. Time-in-grade applies to the promotion of current and former federal employees who hold or have held a permanent GS position in either the competitive or excepted service in the previous 52 weeks, including current employees applying under VEOA. Your application package must contain proof you meet this requirement. See Required Documents for more information. For GS-12: You must have 52 weeks of Federal service at or equivalent to GS-11. B. Time after competitive appointment. Current federal civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since being selected for a non-temporary appointment from a competitive examination register of eligibles (an announcement opened to the public) or under a direct hire authority. As part of the online application process, you will respond to a series of questions designed to evaluate your level of experience in these competencies: Audit Planning and Management Audit Reporting Concepts, Policies and Principles of Audit Overtime: Occasional Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Bargaining Unit Status: Not covered Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered: No. DoD criteria not met. Telework eligible: Yes, as determined by agency policy Remote work eligible: No Appointment Eligibility Criteria. You choose how you wish to be considered for this position by selecting one or more of the eligibilities listed in the Assessment Questionnaire AND providing the supporting documents for the selected eligibility/eligibilities. Required documents are listed in the eligibility description. You are responsible for providing the documents required to prove you can be considered for the selected eligibility/eligibilities. HR does not select or change your eligibility/eligibilities for you, regardless of the supporting documents you submit. You are considered ONLY for the eligibility or eligibilities you select and for which you provide all required supporting documents. You will not be considered if you do not select an eligibility. If you have questions about which eligibility/eligibilities apply to you, contact the HR POC listed on this announcement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria AND 2) be rated well-qualified for the position AND 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. Well-qualified means you possess the type and quality of experience that exceeds the position's minimum qualifications. Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoW Retained Grade Preference (RGP): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the (RGP) eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Priority Placement Program, DoW Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible (PPP DoW MRNG):In order to receive this preference, you must choose the (PPP DoW MRNG) eligibility, and fill out and submit the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation. Priority Placement Program, DoW Military Spouse Preference (MSP) (PPP MSP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the(MSP) (PPP MSP) eligibility. If you are claiming MSP (PPP MSP) and are determined to be Best Qualified for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Appointment of Department of War Spouses (NonComp Civ Sp): In order to use this eligibility, you must be the spouse of a current Department of War, Department of State, or intelligence community employee who is being transferred in the interest of the Government from one official station within the Department to another within the Department for permanent duty. You are required to submit proof of marriage AND permanent change of station (PCS) orders: spouse's PCS orders (showing you as a dependent) and/or copy of marriage certificate. If you are a current or previous Federal employee, please include your most recent SF-50.

Education

Transcripts. REQUIRED when using education to meet qualifications or when education is required. Foreign education may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses. Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable. When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities.

How to apply

Your complete application package must be received by 11:59 PM ET on 09/28/2026. You are responsible for verifying your application package is complete, accurate, and submitted timely. As uploaded documents may take one or more hours to clear the virus scan, plan accordingly to ensure your application process is complete and your application package is submitted by the specified closing date and time. To begin, click Apply to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your resume, required documents, and/or other supporting documents. You need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply or create an account before applying. You will be taken to an online application. Follow all prompts and complete the online application, verify you've included all required and supporting documentation, and submit your application. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application is found at the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center. To receive consideration, you must complete all steps of the application process. You can verify your application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, selecting the Application Status link, and then selecting the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page displays your application status, the documents received and processed, and your questionnaire responses. As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106., DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).