Assistant Inspector Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Source: External Applicants Only
Open: 2026-08-20
Closed: 2026-09-20
DISL Tier 01
Location: Springfield, VA
Pay Band, Salary Range - Ext
Salary Range: $151,661 - $209,600
Assignment Description
The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducts independent and objective audits, evaluations, and investigations to strengthen efficiency, effectiveness, and integrity of NGA programs and operations.
Additional Information
The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducts independent and objective audits, evaluations, and investigations to strengthen efficiency, effectiveness, and integrity of NGA programs and operations. The Assistant Inspector General for Management and Resources (AIGM) serves as the principal advisor to NGA Inspector General (IG) and Deputy Inspector General (DIG) on all matters relating to strategic management, resource administration, data analytics, and mission support for the OIG. The AIGM exercises a wide range of responsibilities and provides strategic, transformation-oriented leadership of OIG business operations that enable the oversight mission. AIGM responsibilities include: • Advising and assisting the IG, DIG, and the Assistant Inspectors General for Audit, Evaluation, and Investigation in the planning, development, and execution of OIG policies and programs. • Exercising technical and administrative supervision over a team of specialists responsible for daily office operations and support across the OIG enterprise, to include directing, planning, managing, and evaluating all component business activities that operationalize the OIG mission. • Overseeing a comprehensive OIG human capital management program, including talent acquisition, FTE management/execution, personnel actions, position management, and employee development. • Serving as the OIG Chief Financial Officer, participating in all aspects of the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Evaluation cycle related to mission oversight and compliance. • Overseeing the development, planning, coordination and publication of OIG written communications including the Semiannual Reports to Congress, Top Management and Performance Challenges Report, OIG Annual Work Plan, OIG internal/external communications and web pages, and other publications as required. • Overseeing a team of forensic data analysts who apply tools and algorithms to identify unusual patterns and other indications of fraudulent activity, supplement oversight projects through statistical sampling, provide insights that enhance strategic decision-making within OIG through business analytics, provide IT support to OIG, and maintain the OIG corporate management system. • Representing the IG in NGA corporate governance meetings and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships across NGA components and offices to advance the OIG mission. • Representing the IG on Committees and Subcommittees of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency. • Promoting a work environment focused on a solid leadership foundation, continuous learning, and professional growth. • Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Mandatory
Eligibility for this executive level position will be based upon a clear demonstration that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out the assignments of the position. Successful applicants will be distinguished from other applicants by a review of the Executive Competencies, Technical Competencies, Technical Qualifications, Executive Core Qualifications, Intelligence Community Senior Officer Core Qualifications, and Education Requirements, if required. An applicant’s resume must show that their experience, education and accomplishments reflect the competence and professional standing required to provide expertise needed for this position. INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY SENIOR OFFICER CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ICSOCQ) Leading the Intelligence Enterprise. This core qualification involves the ability to integrate resources, information, interests, and activities effectively in support of the Intelligence Community’s (IC) mission and to lead and leverage cross-organizational collaborative networks to achieve significant mission results. Inherent to this senior officer qualification is a deep understanding of the Intelligence enterprise and a shared commitment to the IC’s core values. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS TQ 1. Ability to set and lead teams of subject matter experts toward achieving organizational goals, engaging with senior leaders, customers, and stakeholders to seek input, resolve challenges, and achieve results. TQ 2. Ability to operate with shifting priorities, adapt to a fast-paced environment, and deliver under pressure while maintaining sound judgement and meeting customer requirements. TQ 3. Exceptional ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely to various audiences. TQ 4. Experience leading programs and functions that operationalize the administration, operations, and mission of an office, such as: human resources, business operations, strategic communications, data analytics, congressional budget process, financial management, contracts oversight. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Qualifications Desirable
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION CRITERIA In addition to the above Technical Qualifications, the below qualifications are also desired: 1. Familiarity with the mission and functions of an OIG. 2. Experience working in positions that require extensive cross-organizational coordination, representation, and partner engagement. 3. Knowledge of and experience leading strategies and implementation plans for resource justification and appeals to senior levels of oversight, including Congressional staffers, OMB, DNI, and DoW.
Applicant Evaluation Process
APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS NGA will review your online application, resume, and accomplishment record to verify you meet the position requirements. Resume and accomplishment record are required uploads to the online application. What You Need to Demonstrate
Your application must provide clear, specific examples of your claimed experience. Applications without sufficient detail will not move forward. Your experience should show you can perform the job duties immediately and successfully. Experience Requirements
Qualifying experience can come from public or private sector roles but must clearly demonstrate the competencies needed for this position. The most competitive candidates will have experience directly related to the advertised role. Selection Process
1. A panel of senior representatives with relevant functional expertise will evaluate against the Qualification Requirements
2. Candidates whose responses best demonstrate the required qualifications, experience, education, and accomplishments will be selected for interviews. Military retiree applicants, if selected, may be impacted by the 180-day appointment restrictions of DODI 1402.01. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education or degree information referenced in the announcement that is relevant. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation. NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at . The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Applicants may not be contacted unless they are selected for further consideration.
How To Apply
Application submission involves applying using NGA's online application process at NGA Careers Portal. Additional information concerning NGA's hiring process can be found by visiting NGA Hiring Process. All announcements close at 11:59PM EDT on the closing date listed. Be sure to complete and submit your application by that time in order to be considered. To receive FULL consideration, you must submit the following materials via our online portal. RESUME: Applicants are required to submit a resume no more than two-pages in length using the Times New Roman font in sizes 10-12 and 1-inch margin. If more than two pages are submitted, you will be deemed ineligible for further consideration due to not meeting the resume page number requirement. Your resume should include examples of the experience, education, and accomplishments related to the qualifications. Upload using the “Other” attachment option in the application. ACCOMPLISHMENT RECORD: Applicants are required to submit an Accomplishment Record that addresses the following Executive Competencies and Technical Competencies. The record must not exceed five (5) pages total, must use the Times New Roman font in sizes 10-12 and 1-inch margin, with a maximum of one (1) page per competency. Upload using the “Other” attachment option in the application. Executive Competencies: Managing Resources – Manages resources efficiently and effectively based on current and projected organizational goals, skills, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Operational Mindset – Effectively translates strategies into actionable steps and processes. Partners effectively with stakeholders to drive adoption and addresses blockers to ensure successful implementation. Technical Competencies: 1. Proven leadership experience and skills that demonstrate an ability to make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceive the impact and implications of decisions; and commit to appropriate action, even in