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OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

Department of the Air Force
Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
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Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to develop broad gauged individuals who can deal effectively with change and complexity within the Air Force environment as it relates to their career field.

Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
08/02/2024 to 09/30/2024
Salary
$78,268 to - $90,697 per year
Pay scale & grade
NH 2 - 3
Location
Peterson AFB, CO
Few vacancies
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
3
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
K-24-1515-PAQ-ACQDEMO-BJM
Control number
802701700

Duties

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  • Plans the collection and analysis of the information and data used by the assigned organization to perform operations research assignments which involve one of the major phases of a project, or several phases of a specific question. Performs operations research assignments in support of processes, operations, or questions which are complex to treat, and which require the consideration of variable and relationships which are of a conventional nature.
  • Collects and analyzes information to find solutions to problems requiring a variety of data sources and use of a broad range of operations research methods and techniques. Assists in the development and implementation of analytical and simulation models used to evaluate processes or program factors.
  • Develops and presents written and oral summaries and reports which are presented to management officials within and outside the organization. Assists higher grade analysts in finding solutions to problems requiring a variety of data sources and operations research disciplines. Participates in the collection and analysis of the information and data used by the assigned organization to perform operations research tasks.
  • Keeps abreast of emerging techniques and professional developments to remain current in the field and for application to work assignments. Uses computers/computer software such as analysis tools to solve operations research problems and facilitate work. Develops written summaries and reports to be used by higher level analysts, contractors and/or customers. Presents briefings or presentations as required.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This is a drug testing position
  • This position is Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
  • Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
  • PCS cost may be authorized and will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
  • More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
  • Position may require an appropriate security clearance. Some positions under this announcement may require a top secret clearance.
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Student Loan Repayment may be authorized
  • Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
  • You will be required to serve a one year probationary period.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.95 on a 4.0 grading scale
  • Mobility - you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training
  • Opportunity for situational telework as determined by the unit

Qualifications

INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
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.

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. Professional operations research knowledge to design, develop and adapt scientific methods and techniques to analyze management problems and procedures.

2. Analytical skill to develop models which simulate operations through use of methematical techniques and to use analytical models with critical judgment.

3. Ability to recognize problems and develop solutions.

4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

5. Knowledge of computer operations and standard software applications.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.


FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. 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 GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

How you will be evaluated

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

For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the DoD for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; positions may be professional or administrative occupations and located Air Force-Wide. Pay will vary by geographic location.

*** The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is progressing toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least 1 year of the program.*** The term "recent graduate" means a person awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than 2 years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than 4 years.

Your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

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