Job summary

You will serve as a OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST in the OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE (N3) of COMMANDER - NAVAL INSTALLATIONS.

Major duties

You will serve as an Operations Research Analyst for Operations Directorate (N3) supporting integration of data infrastructure within the directorate made up of 10 Headquarters Program Directors (HPDs) and assigned staffing. You will conduct research and statistical analysis of emergent manpower issues using mathematical models. You will analyze results of mathematical models and simulations to identify actual cost data, cost analysis requirements or summarize findings. You will collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify, solve, or articulate operational research requirements. You will use fundamental concepts and techniques of operations research to solve problems, identify trends, or improve programs You will use mathematical and economic analysis approach in the development of manpower models.

Qualification

In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Designing or developing mathematical, statistical, and econometric operations research models in support of manpower requirements determinations; 2) Providing automation solutions and support, data manipulation, entry and conversion in support of manpower requirements determination programs; 3) Collecting, analyzing or presenting information to senior leadership with new and developing software to include Automated Intelligence (AI); 4) Developing program objectives or providing guidance concerning infrastructure support issues and resources; NOTE: This experience must be supported in your resume. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Applicants must possess: Successful completion of a Bachelor's or higher level degree in operations research. OR Successful completion of a Bachelor's or higher level degree with 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. Additional positive education qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/#:~:text=Basic%20Requirements%3A,college%2Dlevel%20mathematics%20or%20statistics.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we 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 and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning MODELING AND SIMULATION PARTNERING PROBLEM SOLVING Reasoning RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS Self-Management STATISTICAL ANALYSIS Stress Tolerance SYSTEMS ANALYSIS Teamwork You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.