Operations Research Analyst (GS-1515-7/9/11/12)

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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Math and Statistics

Job Summary

The United States Army Test and Evaluation Command is posting this advertisement for the subject position above under the Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) Direct-Hire Authority. The chosen candidate will serve as an Operations Research Analyst supporting Yuma Proving Ground, Yuma, AZ. A selection will be made soon after the closing date. Selection of this position will be made at the GS-07/09/11/12 grade level depending on experience.

 

Job Responsibilities

Serve as a member of the Plans Division working independently or as a team member on programs involving the development of new or improved methodologies and analysis in support of Command initiatives.

As an Operations Research Analyst, you will:

  • Provide support on a wide variety of operational, technical, or managerial problems employing, where applicable, risk analysis, mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and economic analysis to support establishing alternatives and their probable consequences to aid the decision-making process.

  • Design and preform various analytical studies using scientific methods on efforts related to supporting Yuma Test Center, Cold Regions Test Center, and Tropic Regions Test Center missions.

  • Provide support to senior analysts on recommending new or revised policies or procedures to assure mission performance and reporting.

  • Coordinate establishment of milestones for effective execution, reviews and analyzes requirements.

  • Develop justification for proposed course of action and impact if an issue is not resolved.

  • Develop instructions and guidance pertaining to submission of reports and information to YPG commander and higher headquarters.

  • Develop strategies for presentation of non-standard data.

Job Qualification

Basic Requirements:

Degree: Bachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus.

In addition to meeting at least one of the basic requirements above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Specialized Experience

GS-12 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Researching, collecting, and reducing data to meet requirements; 2) Meeting project objectives within constraints; 3) Preparing technical documents; and 4) Providing written and/or oral recommendations to senior leaders. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Researching, collecting, and reducing data to meet requirements; 2) Initiate and/or develop effective scientific approach to problem solving; 3) Develop and/or uses mathematical models for analysis on various projects; This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).

OR

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or related subjects. (NOTE: you must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.

GS-09 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Utilize statistical software packages to analyze quantitative data; 2) Assists in the conduct of novel operations analysis studies and 3) Applies computer technology to developing statistical inferences from data.

OR

Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or related subjects. (NOTE: you must attach a copy of your transcript.)

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.

GS-07 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Knowledge of and skill in applying basic mathematical, statistical, or financial theories; 2) Skill in performing routine formulas, and data processing practices related technical tasks 3) Perform recurring tasks or calculations; and 4) Follow oral or written technical instructions and work in close cooperation with others. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).

OR

Education: 1 year of graduate-level education (Bachelor’s) or superior academic achievement leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or related subjects. (NOTE: you must attach a copy of your transcript.)

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.

EDUCATION:

This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Conditions of Employment

  • This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.

  • This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for certification at Level II in the Acquisition Career Field “Test and Evaluation” within 24 months on entrance on duty.

  • This position may have a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of up to 10% of the time.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

  • Direct Deposit of pay is required.

  • Two-year probationary period may be required.

  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.

  • This is a Career Program (CP) 36 – Operations Research Analyst position.

  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.

  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/FTR%20Bulletin%2018_05%20Relocation%20Allowances_0.pdf for more information.

  • Incentives may be authorized.

  • Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within a designated time frame identified by the organization. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency's telework policy.

  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/.

  • The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC) is participating in an alternate personnel system known as the Acquisition Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). Among other features, the Demonstration Project replaced GS grade levels with occupational families and pay bands. If selectee meets GS-12 requirements, they’ll be converted to AcqDemo NH-03 (GS-12 equivalent).

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% Travel