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INSPECTOR GENERAL

Army National Guard Units · Department of the Army · Lincoln, Nebraska

💵 $89,508–$116,362 per year⏳ Closes Nov 23, 2026
Federal agencyGS-12Vets' preference
At a glance

A job with Army National Guard Units in Lincoln, Nebraska. It pays $89,508–$116,362 per year at grade GS-12. Applications close on Nov 23, 2026 — 22 days left.

Working pattern
Telework eligible
Who can apply
Excepted service, Internal to an agency, National Guard and reserves, Open to the public, Veterans
Veterans
Veterans' preference applies
Clearance
Secret

Main duties

  • As a INSPECTOR GENERAL, GS-1801-12, duties include: 1.
  • Participates in DOD/DA/DAF State inspections, inquiries, and investigations to perform review, analysis, evaluation, staffing and coordination.
  • During on-site visit, conducts interviews and data gathering assignments in the administrative and management areas.
  • Analyzes assigned area to identify procedural deficiencies and compliance with regulatory procedures.
The original posting

Full details

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a INSPECTOR GENERAL, Position Description Number T5233P02 and is part of the NE JFHQ Army, National Guard.

What you will do

  • As a INSPECTOR GENERAL, GS-1801-12, duties include: 1.
  • Participates in DOD/DA/DAF State inspections, inquiries, and investigations to perform review, analysis, evaluation, staffing and coordination.
  • During on-site visit, conducts interviews and data gathering assignments in the administrative and management areas.
  • Analyzes assigned area to identify procedural deficiencies and compliance with regulatory procedures.
  • Explains Army systems, procedures and processes as they relate to problem areas to improve operations and accomplish command objectives.
  • Conducts investigations of allegations made and problems or deficiencies identified during the course of inspecting State or unit operations relating to areas assigned.
  • Processes complaints and requests for assistance emanating from personnel within the State and investigates or inquires to substantiate alleged or suspected instances of non-compliance of individuals or organization with laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, or other mandatory regulatory requirements.
  • Deals directly with the commanders and upper level leadership in the resolution of problems and complaints.
  • Maintains, controls, and follows-up on each case until resolved and closed.
  • Prepares reports analyzes trends for the IG and State leadership.
  • Serves as an instructor/facilitator in explaining Army or Air IG systems, procedures, and processes as they relate to problem areas in inspected functions and activities.
  • Develops/interprets policies and published guidance throughout the State and to the IG.
  • Evaluates and processes inspection/investigation deficiencies.
  • Determines responsiveness of organizational replies and adequacy of response/corrective actions taken on reported deficiencies resulting from reports of general, procurements and technical inspections/ inquires/investigation.
  • Participates in developing course of action to assist all levels of management across functional lines throughout the State and higher headquarters for resolution of controversial issues/problems.
  • Manages a follow-up program for reported deficiencies through contacts within DOD/DA/DAF/State/IG offices/Internal Review/AAA/AFAA inspecting agencies, commands and activities.
  • Performs long range planning and analysis, systematically researches, collects, organizes, and analyzes pertinent data to determine and identify major systemic issues.
  • Examines and analyzes data and narrative information.
  • Portrays results in terms of functionally related issues and performs problem and trend analysis to provide an assessment to The Adjutant General, leadership and staff.
  • Prepares and reviews periodic and recurring IG reports and analyses of deficiency trends for the State and presents these trends to the IG and state leadership.
  • Assists MTOE, TDA or UMD Commanders by providing timely information and guidance and working proactively to correct systemic problems which impact mission support, Soldiers or Airmen and command readiness.
  • Conducts special and follow-up inspections, inquiries, and investigations as directed by the IG.
  • Manages the Army and Air Force IG data bases for case entry, performing IG inquiries and special inspections in areas of concern as directed by The Adjutant General.
  • Reviews pre-deployment individual and unit checklists to insure regulatory compliance.
  • Develops and updates internal office protocol and guidelines.
  • Manages internal office budget.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Undergraduate Education: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements for many positions covered by this standard.

Others have individual occupational requirements that specify that applicants must, in general, (1) have specific course work that meets the requirements for a major in a particular field(s), or (2) have at least 24 semester hours of course work in the field(s) identified.

Course work in fields closely related to those specified may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your answers to the assessment questionnaire will be verified against information provided in your resume and other supporting documentation.

Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific, we will not make assumptions regarding your experience.

If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experiences, your rating will be adjusted or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated against general and specialized experience under the "Qualifications" section.

Documents you must provide

  • To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
  • Your resume showing: Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
  • Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job.
  • Federal jobs should include series and grade.
  • Education, certifications or licensures.
  • Other supporting documents (optional) Cover Letter DD-214 Other (to include Veterans' Preference Claims) SF-50

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted; you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official in the following order: 1. Highly-Qualified Area 1 Preference Eligibles 2. Highly-Qualified Area 3 Preference Eligibles 3.

Highly-Qualified Non-Preference Eligibles 4. Qualified Area 1 Preference Eligibles 5. Qualified Area 3 Preference Eligibles 6.

Qualified Non-Preference Eligibles

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (***). Individuals with military incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and - whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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