Operations Research Analyst, GS-1515-9/11/12

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• Provide support to senior analysts and/or engineers with analytical studies concerning Research and Development such as; testing of weapon systems, instrumentation, and computer technology.

• Support to senior analysts and/or engineers on processes such as; systems program analysis, planning, and project submissions to develop advanced technology and test support initiatives within an organization.

• Design and/or perform analytical studies using scientific methods related to efforts such as; the development of instrumentation, facilities, and capabilities to support assigned missions.

 You must meet the OPM General Schedule qualifications. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at

  *Operations Research Analyst 1515 series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/

Basic Requirements for Operations Research Analyst:

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 the basic requirement 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 and developing technology 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 technology 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%.

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

YOUR RESUME:

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support and highlight the   specialized experience described in this announcement.

For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week, the dates of employment of the positions you worked that correspond to the experience stated in your resume, (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present/experience) for each position listed. If your resume does not contain this information per position and experience, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.

 For additional information see:

What to see in your resume:https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ 

To be considered for this position you must meet the qualifications, submit your resume and unofficial transcripts with your application for this employment opportunity. If selected, official transcripts are REQUIRED to be submitted.

Additional Information

• This announcement uses the DHA for AcqDemo Business and Technical Management Career Path (NH), direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

• 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.

• You must obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

• This position may require occasional TDY up to 10%.

• Direct Deposit of pay is required.

• Two-year probationary period may be required.

• This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for Test and Evaluation Certification within 24 months of entrance on duty. The certification completion timeframe may change from 24 months to 60 months upon approval of the DoDI 5000.66.

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

• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.

• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

• A recruitment, relocation and/or other incentives may be authorized if the selecting official determines the incentive is in the best interests of the government.

• 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/.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.