SUMMARY
The Evaluator is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and performs evaluation and review work in accordance with the standards and procedures in the OIG Audit Manual and in the Association of Inspectors General (AIG) publication entitled “Principles and Standards for Offices of Inspector General” (i.e., the Green Book). The incumbent participates in pre-evaluation planning, verification of program background information, evaluative work paper preparation and reporting. In addition, the incumbent assists with the verification of specific evaluation segments or issues. The Evaluator prepares detailed summaries, draft findings, and participates in writing the final report. The incumbent requests guidance on assignments when problems are encountered. Their work is part of a larger project and is reviewed in support of findings and recommendations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
-Serves as a member of a team responsible for conducting reviews and evaluations of Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority (WMATA)’s activities covering broad and complex problem areas.
-Assists with the review/evaluation of management and statistical data systems to ascertain reliability and usefulness.
-With minimal guidance, prepares work papers and ensures documentation is in accordance with OIG policies, procedures, and professional evaluation standards as established by AIG’s Green Book.
-Under general guidance, formulates written reports that are factual, objective, and conform to AIG and OIG professional standards.
Maintains effective relationships when representing OIG by exemplifying the highest professional standards of conduct.
-Assists the Deputy Director with evaluating responses from WMATA management and provides recommendations of appropriate action by OIG on each agency response.
-Works effectively as a team member to make valuable contributions for the success of the team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Finance, or related field
Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of work experience in program evaluation, government auditing, or public accounting experience
Certification/Licensure (Preferred)
Technical Certification/Licenses in Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Inspector General Inspector/Evaluator (CIGI/E)
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report
Medical Group
The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
Closing
WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
