Summary About the Position: This position is with DoD Education Activity (DoDEA), Office of the Director, Strategic and Organization Excellence Project and Risk Management Branch located in Alexandria, VA. Responsibilities Responsible for conducting oversight and management of the DoDEA RMIC program to include the development and publication of policies and instructions related to the program. Monitors and evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of the RMIC program across DoDEA and provides feedback and recommendations for improvement. Hosts meetings with internal representatives to discuss the inclusion of risk management and internal controls in operational planning and other cross-functional issues. Reports to the Branch Chief periodically on work accomplishments, problems, progress in mastering tasks and work processes, and individual and team training needs. Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, of internal controls over financial system, and of internal controls over operation and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Develops, populates, updates, and maintains an appropriate software system which allows for the sharing of information associated with RMIC that enhances transparency and accountability. Ensures resources, including funds, are requested to support requirements by compiling and analyzing resource data from numerous sources, and submits current and projected funding requirements into annual and future budget activities. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Competitive Service Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Civilian Employee Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-12: GS-12 - One year of specialized experience which includes: Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, of internal controls over financial systems, and of internal controls over operation and compliance with applicable laws and regulations; Conducts or participates in comprehensive studies, analyses, and appraisals of resource management issues; and Identifies and communicates risks, deficiencies, and improvement opportunities to management and stakeholders. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-13: GS-13 - One year of specialized experience which includes: Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, of internal controls over financial systems, and of internal controls over operation and compliance with applicable laws and regulations; Conducting oversight and management of the Agency Risk Management and Internal Control (RMIC) program to include the development and publication of policies and instructions related to the program; Initiates, leads, and executes proposed changes to long-range plans and assesses impacts on requirements; Identifies and communicates risks, deficiencies, and improvement opportunities to management and stakeholders; and Serves as the Organization's representative with the DoD Risk Management and Internal Control (RMIC) events or meetings such as the Risk Management and Internal Control (RMIC) office hours and Fraud Reduction Task Force. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Organizational Awareness Process Control Reading Comprehension Reasoning Risk Management Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork GS-12 - Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11). GS-13 - Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12). Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Be advised that effective Jan. 1 2018, under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, most civilian employee relocation allowances became taxable. The Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) reimburses eligible employees for the additional Federal, State, and local income taxes incurred as a result of receiving taxable travel income. RITA does not apply to new government employees or employees returning from an overseas assignment for the purpose of separation from Government service. For more information, visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction.html. Management may select at any of the grade levels announced. This recruitment provides promotion opportunity to the target grade of the position without further competition when selectee is eligible and recommended by management. Duties described reflect the full performance GS-13 level. If not selected at the full performance level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity under close supervision. As a Military Spouse Preference eligible, you must be determined best qualified at the full performance level to receive preference. This position is not covered by a bargaining unit. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire