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INVESTIGATION AND INQUIRIES SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force · Lackland AFB, Texas

Salary
$108,001 - $140,403 per year
Pay grade
GG-13
Schedule
Full-time
Appointment
Permanent
Opened
Oct 29, 2026
Closes
Nov 4, 2026
Remote
No
Telework eligible
Yes
Openings
Few
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Promotion potential
13
Announcement
8X-DCIPS-13104381-530301-LZ

Who may apply: Open to the public

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Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is: to provide planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over the Component-Numbered Air Force's (C-NAF)'s Inspector General (IG) office.

Duties

  • DUTY 1: Plans, directs, and manages the activities of the Inspector General Office, ensuring that programs comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet the needs of the organization. DUTY 2: Serves as the Commander's principal advisor on Air Force Complaints Resolution and Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) programs. DUTY 3: Monitors and evaluates the compliance and effectiveness of Commander's Inspection Programs (CCIP) among subordinate units. DUTY 4: Represents the Inspector General office and programs with a variety of C-NAF, subordinate, and functional area organizations. DUTY 5: Develops and administers a viable education and training program for C-NAF commander, staff, and subordinate units in regard to the AF Complaints Resolution and Fraud, Waste, and Abuse programs.

Qualifications

This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience: knowledge of a wide range of complex inspection, investigation, enforcement, and/or compliance principles, concepts, and practices; as well as knowledge of Public Laws, Executive Orders, DoD Regulations, Air Force Instructions, administrative and legal procedures, and other decisions/standards related to agency activities and IG programs sufficient to conduct interviews, inspections, and investigations to analyze the nature of the complaint and specific issues to be addressed. Demonstrates vast knowledge of Air Force, MAJCOM, and organization program goals and objectives; IG functions, operations, policies, procedures, and practices; the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones; and the relationship of various organizational entities involved in overall program planning and execution of military operations and evaluations. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of a wide range of complex inspection, investigation, enforcement, and/or compliance principles, concepts, and practices; as well as knowledge of Public Laws, Executive Orders, DoD Regulations, Air Force Instructions, administrative and legal procedures, and other decisions/standards related to agency activities and IG programs sufficient to conduct interviews, inspections, and investigations to analyze the nature of the complaint and specific issues to be addressed. Knowledge of Air Force, MAJCOM, and organizational program goals and objectives; IG functions, operations, policies, procedures, and practices; the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones; and the relationship of various organizational entities involved in overall program planning and execution of military operations and evaluations. Skill in assessing program needs to accomplish goals and objectives, evaluate program status, and recommend or implement solutions for improvement. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing; as well as using tact and diplomacy during difficult circumstances to advise/inform on complicated, sensitive, and occasionally controversial issues. Ability to manage small staff and carry out all phases of personnel management responsibilities. Ability to analyze complex data, identify systemic trends, and develop strategic recommendations for senior leadership. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Posi…

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