OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

Continuing CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: A Key Position is a Federal position that cannot be vacated during a war, national emergency, or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency to function effectively. Applicants for positions designated as "Key" positions who do not agree to this condition shall not be extended an offer of employment. The employee must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CANNOT become a member of the Ready Reserve while assigned to this position. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT GS-1515 https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/ NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts with your application. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience in operations research principles, methodologies, and techniques to design, develop, and adapt mathematical models, simulations, and statistical analyses for evaluating complex problems and providing actionable solutions. Experience in NORAD and USNORTHCOM missions, functions, goals, objectives, and operational processes to ensure analytical efforts align with strategic priorities and mission-critical objectives; integrating and analyzing large datasets from multiple sources using advanced analytical tools and techniques to identify trends and evaluate alternatives. GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience in operations research principles, methodologies, and techniques to design, develop, and adapt mathematical models, simulations, and statistical analyses for evaluating complex problems and providing actionable solutions. Experience in NORAD and USNORTHCOM missions, functions, goals, objectives, and operational processes to ensure analytical efforts align with strategic priorities and mission-critical objectives; integrating and analyzing large datasets from multiple sources using advanced analytical tools and techniques to identify trends and evaluate alternatives. GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience in operations research principles, methodologies, and techniques to design, develop, and adapt mathematical models, simulations, and statistical analyses for evaluating complex problems and providing actionable solutions. Experience in NORAD and USNORTHCOM missions, functions, goals, objectives, and operational processes to ensure analytical efforts align with strategic priorities and mission-critical objectives; integrating and analyzing large datasets from multiple sources using advanced analytical tools and techniques to identify trends and evaluate alternatives. GS-13 FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. GS-12 FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. GS-11 FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of operations research principles, methodologies, and techniques, including mathematical modeling, simulation, and statistical analysis, to analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions. 2. Skill in designing, developing, and applying mathematical models and simulations to evaluate operational concepts, assess mission performance, and support decision-making processes. 3. Ability to analyze large datasets, integrate data from multiple sources, and utilize advanced analytical tools to identify trends, evaluate alternatives, and provide actionable recommendations. 4. Knowledge of organizational missions, roles, and objectives, including defense and civil support operations to ensure alignment of analytical efforts with organizational priorities. 5. Skill in communicating complex technical information effectively, both orally and in writing, to diverse audiences, including high-level officials, stakeholders, and subject matter experts. 6. Ability to lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, coordinate contributions from other professionals, and resolve conflicts to achieve consensus and accomplish project objectives. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Serve as a key operations research analyst performing professional and scientific work requiring the design, development, and adaptation of mathematical, statistical, econometric, and other scientific methods and techniques and provide advice and insight about the probable effects of alternative courses of action for key decision making.