This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain DoD Personnel to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as Operations Research/System Analyst (ORSA) within the Deployment and Enablers Analysis Division of the Center for Army Analysis. Applying state of the art computer programming skills focused in C++ and Structured Query Language to provide various programming and data analysis skill.

Duties

Programs a computer model using the C++ programming language and Structured Query Language (SQL). Applies mathematics, probabilities, and statistics to develop complex model algorithms. Presents trend analysis and findings from modeling to team members. Conducts analysis of Army force structure using operations research techniques. Leads regular model planning meetings with model users to prioritize modeling efforts. Works independently to solve complex problems and recommend solutions. Works with other team members to coordinate and synchronize modeling and study efforts.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in operations research; or a 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. (NOTE) Must provide transcripts. In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements, applicants must have specialized experience listed below: Specialized Experience: GS-11 One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service which includes, - Utilize various programming tools, especially C++ computer programming language and Structured Query Language. - Analyze automated data processing systems. - Improve operation research approach by improving or identifying new areas for analysis. GS-12 One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service which includes, - Develop computer algorithms and code to represent Federal combat support concepts. - Conduct examinations to determine best compromises which involves readiness, force structure, sustainability, transformation, and modernization. - Utilize C++ and SQL to develop or improve current federal system requirements. GS-13 One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which includes, - Facilitate automated data processing as the lead model developer and maintainer for a computer model used by various team of analysts. - Provide decision support tools for senior leader decisions about future force structures. - Conduct extensive systematic research to identify problems within various computer programming language to include C++ and Structured Query Language.

Education

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

Contacts

• Address AS-APF-W3WCAA CENTER FOR ARMY ANALYSIS DO NOT MAIL Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk