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Inspector General

An official within a government agency whose job is to investigate waste, fraud, and abuse in government programs and operations, acting independently to ensure accountability.

Child Assistance Programs

Government programs that provide financial, health, food, or other support to children and families to meet basic needs or improve well-being.

Audits

Official examinations of accounts, financial records, or systems to verify accuracy, compliance with regulations, and efficiency of operations.

Investigations

Formal inquiries or examinations into allegations of wrongdoing, fraud, or violations of law within a program or agency.

Waste, Fraud, and Abuse

Waste refers to inefficient practices; fraud is intentional deception for personal gain; and abuse is misuse of power or resources, all of which result in improper use of public funds or resources.

Executive Schedule

A pay system for high-level federal executives, managers, and policy-making positions, divided into five levels with corresponding salary rates.

Competitive Service

The system of federal employment in which applicants compete for jobs based on merit, typically through examinations or standardized application processes.