Summary The EXIM OIG is headed by an Inspector General who is appointed by the President of the United States. The Inspector General provides independent and objective reviews of EXIM's programs (i.e., EXIM's program and operations). The Inspector General is required to keep both the Chairman and Congress fully and currently informed about the problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of EXIM's programs and operations and the necessity for corrective action. Responsibilities This position is in OIG's Office of General Counsel (OGC). OIG's mission is to conduct and supervise audits, investigations, inspections, and evaluations related to the programs and operations of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM); provide leadership and coordination as well as recommend policies that will promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in such programs and operations; and prevent and detect fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement. OIG conducts work with the highest degree of independence, in accordance with the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended. The General Counsel is the chief legal advisor to the Inspector General (IG) and is responsible for providing advice to the Inspector General who must keep the Chairperson of EXIM Bank and Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of EXIM Bank programs and operations. The incumbent is responsible for providing expert and strategic legal advice to the IG, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) and to the OIG executive team to fulfill the statutory duties and responsibilities under the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, 5 U.S.C. app. The major duties of this position include but are not limited to the following: Provides expert and timely legal advice to the IG and senior staff on the roles of financial institutions and the conduct of financial transactions that include loans, loan guarantees, export credit insurance, etc. Advises the IG and OIG senior managers, supervisors, and staff on a wide range of complex and difficult audit and investigative issues, including extremely sensitive and controversial legal problems that affect major, critical operations of the EXIM Bank. Reviews and evaluates audit findings and management improvement suggestions for legal sufficiency and assist in criminal investigations. Serves as the legal advisor to the IG, providing counsel on the statutory responsibilities imposed by the IG Act, as amended,, as well as on criminal, civil, and administrative investigations, audits, operations reviews, program evaluations, legislation, regulations, policy, procedures, and complaints. Conducts legal research and prepares written memoranda, advisory opinions, and other legal documents on behalf of the IG. Represents the OIG in discussions and negotiations with EXIM Bank Office of General Counsel (OGC) and Agency attorneys on a wide range of legal issues arising from audits, investigations, and other activities of the OIG. Reviews existing and proposed legislation and regulations relating to programs and operations of the EXIM Bank and makes recommendations in the semiannual reports required by Section 5(a) concerning the impact of such legislation or regulations on the economy and efficiency in the administration of programs and operations administered or financed by the Agency or the prevention and detection of fraud and abuse in such programs and operations. Directs and leads all OGC staff, serving as the first-level supervisor and management official for all OGC personnel actions and activities including, but not limited to: position management; updating position descriptions of OGC staff; recruitment; and managing performance-/conduct-based actions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: Applicants will be assessed against the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). Note: Current career SES members, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility and OPM certified graduates of a SES CDP, who meet the professional/technical qualifications requirements will be considered for this position on a noncompetitive basis. Applicants for noncompetitive consideration are NOT REQUIRED to submit a supplemental statement addressing their ECQs. However, they must submit a Standard Form 50, Notification of Personnel Action, to establish proof of eligibility for noncompetitive appointment and submit their most recent performance appraisal, resume, address the professional/technical qualifications and complete the online questionnaire. Applicants must submit written statements (narrative format ) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately. You are required to respond to all ECQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as 'ineligible.' Additional information on the ECQs is available at www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Please limit your written statements to two (2) pages per ECQ. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The ECQs describe the leadership skills needed to succeed in Senior Level (SL) positions and are in addition to the Mandatory Technical Qualifications listed below. To qualify for this position, you must meet the five (5) Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) in addition to the three (3) Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) below: EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS: Leading Change This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Leading People This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Results Driven This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Business Results This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically in a manner that instills public trust and accomplishes the organization's mission. Building Coalitions This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: This mandatory technical qualification involves senior level experience in providing expert and timely legal advice on the roles of financial institutions and the conduct of financial transactions that include, but are not limited to, credit provision; direct loans; loan guarantees; export credit insurance; knowing the customer; project finance; sovereign or non-sovereign financial transactions; risk management; payment and settlement services. Proficiency in oversight of financial institutions is desired. This mandatory technical qualification involves senior level experience advising managers and staff on a wide range of complex and difficult audit, evaluation, and investigative issues, including extremely sensitive and controversial legal problems that affect major, critical operations of a federal agency. This mandatory technical qualification involves experience in presenting and defending complex legal opinions in court, a regulatory environment, or to a program official. For qualification determinations, your resume must contain the following for each work experience listed: Organization/Agency's Name Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Number of hours you worked per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you will not receive consideration for this position. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. Please visit the following links for more information: http://www.naces.org http://www.fceatlanta.com Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. A secret or top secret security clearance is a requirement of a position with OGC. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a position offer or removal. If you possess a security clearance, please indicate the level and termination date in your resume. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined here. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by 05/15/2024, the closing date of the announcement. Education The successful candidate: Graduated with a J.D. or LL.B from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association An active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia Admitted to practice before a state or federal court Additional Information Current or Former Political Appointees: Pursuant to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) oversight authority under section 1104(b)(2) of title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.) and section 5.2 of title 5, Code of Federal Regulations, OPM requires agencies to seek their approval prior to appointing any current or former political appointee to a permanent position (without time limits) in the civil service. A former or recent political appointee is someone who held a political appointment covered by OPM's policy within the previous 5-year period. OPM's oversight in this area safeguards merit system principles as well as fair and open competition free from political influence. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Please visit the following link for the types of political appointments: Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: The following links contain information on the eligibility requirements to be considered under a noncompetitive appointing authority: Career Transition (ICTAP/CTAP) Primary Appointing Authorities for Career and Career-Conditional Appointments Hiring Authorities for Veterans People with Disabilities Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Ethical Standards/Financial Disclosure: EXIM is committed to the highest ethical standards. As an employee, you will be covered by the criminal conflict of interest statutes and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch. You will be required to complete new employee ethics training within 3 months of your appointment. If this position is subject to financial disclosure requirements (either public or confidential depending upon your position), you will be required to complete a new entrant financial disclosure report within 30 days of your appointment. Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: These programs apply 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 CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 80 or above based on the competencies listed above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information, please click here.