Operations Research Analyst
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is currently seeking candidate for a Operations Research Analyst, GS-1515-12T13 in Hampton, VA.
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Salary: $88,183 –$136,323
Qualifications/Requirements
The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a key analyst and recognized expert 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.
This is a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of Operations research Analyst, GS-1515(12)-13. Incumbent works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document/core document.
- U.S. Citizenship
- At a minimum, qualification requirements stipulated by the US Office of Personnel Management for the 1515 occupational series must be met. A 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 is required. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance
- This is a drug testing designated position. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
- Knowledge of a broad range of operations research analysis techniques and possession of analytical abilities.
- Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions.
- Skill to negotiate and/or defend findings and program support concepts.
- Ability to lead study teams; originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints.
- Ability to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques and design, build, and use models and simulation techniques.
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AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.Edit Qualification Summary
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