Inspector General

Summary

This position serves as the Inspector General (IG) for the Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, operating today as the U.S. AbilityOne Commission ("Commission"). The Commission is designed to increase employment and training opportunities for people who are blind or have other significant disabilities through the delivery of products and services to the Federal Government.

Duties

The IG heads an independent and objective organization responsible for audit, investigation, and fraud control related to the programs and operations of the Commission. The IG is responsible for carrying out and supervising the functions, powers, and duties of the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) as provided in the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended. The IG provides leadership and coordination and makes recommendations to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of programs and operations, as well as to prevent and detect fraud and abuse in such programs and operations. The IG is the principal advisor to the Commission on the above matters and is responsible for keeping the Commission fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of the Commission's programs and operations and the necessity for corrective action. HANDLING ALLEGATIONS: The IG serves as Commission's point-of-contact regarding the detection and prevention of allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, mismanagement, and/or the perception thereof. The IG receives, reviews, and determines the need to investigate allegations. Allegations may take the form of written correspondence, phone calls, emails, one-on-one discussions/complaints, or requests for investigative support. The IG makes recommendations to the Commission on IG-related matters reported to the Office of Inspector General ("OIG") or on matters detected by the OIG. The IG monitors resolution, compliance, and implementation of corrective action(s). AUDITS: The IG develops an annual written strategy of audits. Audits are to be conducted based on areas or programs that have been determined to be high-risk. The IG conducts and/or supervises audits and investigations relating to Commission programs and operations; recommends policies to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of such programs and operations; and prevents and detects fraud, waste and abuse in such programs and operations. The IG reports to and is under the general supervision of the Commission. The IG does not report to or is subject to supervision by the Executive Director of the Commission or any other employee of the Commission. No program operating responsibilities are assigned to the IG. The IG exercises independence in initiating, carrying out, and completing any audit or investigation.

Qualifications and evaluation

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Step 1: ECQs (for Competitive applicants) Step 2: Mandatory Technical Qualifications Step 3: Nominating Organization may conduct interviews Step 4: Approval by the Selecting Official Step 5: OPM ERB and QRB Certification and approval

How to apply

To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/27/2026. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES. Select Apply. If you are not logged in, you will be prompted to login or create an account. Prompted to Start the Application Process by selecting "Start Application." Click here for USAJobs Help with "How to create an application" To PREVIEW the application questionnaire, select the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13015989 Select or add the resume you want to use for this application. Click here on for information about what to include on a Federal resume. Select documents you want included in this application. Review package to acknowledge your documents were reviewed. Select if you want to include your demographic information. After reading and certifying the application is true and submitted in good faith, select "Continue to Agency Site." Follow onscreen prompts and instructions to complete your application. Add the supporting documents by indexing your documents with the dropdown. Upload any missing required documents or optional documents. Review and Submit Application. While logged in, you can check the status of your application by selecting "+" next to the job title for this position. You can review or revise your application at any point during the open period of the announcement. To update an application, you should log into your USAJOBS account and select "+" next to the job title for this position. Select "Update Application" for this job. Note: When you click Update Application, you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application.

Required documents

The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/27/2026. A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. A RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) with no less than 10-point font and no less than 1- inch margins all around, showing all relevant experience. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER: Note: If any of the following types of information are included on your resume, your application package may be disqualified: Classified or government sensitive information Social Security Number (SSN) Photos of yourself Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Encrypted and digitally signed documents. If your resume contains any of the above information, you must redact that information prior to the submission of your application. All applicants must address each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ(s)) within the body of your two-page resume. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must clearly identify and address each of the Executive Core Qualifications within the body of your two-page resume. CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility or; SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification. CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation. Applicants who fail to submit requested documents WILL NOT receive consideration for this position. Your application will result in an "Incomplete" rating. Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc. Note: Please ensure your resume contains your full name, address, phone number, email address, and employment information. Each position listed on your resume must include: From/To dates of employment (MM/YYYY-MM/YYYY or MM/YYYY to Present); agency/employer name, position title, grade level held, if applicable; hours, if less than full time; and duties performed. In addition, any experience on less than a full time basis must specify the percentage and length of time spent in performance of such duties.

Additional information

Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.