This vacancy is for an Operations Research Analyst position in the Department of Commerce located at the U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. The Census Bureau is accessible from the Metro Rail Green Line - Suitland Station. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Operations Research Analyst, 1515, 12, FPL GS-12 positions within the Census Bureau in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.

Duties

Utilizes professional knowledge of mathematical, statistical, econometric, and other scientific methods and techniques to perform a variety of Cost Analysis duties in support of PPSI and the Census Bureau. Assists in the development of independent cost estimates (ICE) as part of a team under the general direction of a supervisor. Selects methods and applications of data, cost and economic analysis related to the lifecycle of surveys, censuses, and information systems. Supports higher-level analyst or team in reviewing and analyzing data, estimates and/or reports, to ensure correct format, technical accuracy, and compliance with Census Bureau, and GAO guidance.

Requirements

• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• U.S. Citizen
• Suitable for Federal employment.
• Registered for Selective Service if applicable. (www.sss.gov)
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• This is a BARGAINING unit position.

Qualifications

This vacancy is advertised under 2 different announcements. Please read the 'Who May Apply' section carefully to determine your eligibility. If you are not eligible under this announcement, please see Announcement Number 23-PPSI-12109803-ST-KG. Minimum Education 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. AND Specialized Experience: For the GS-12, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes experience developing and maintaining complex independent lifecycle cost estimates using appropriate tools and methodologies. Using automated commercial tools for cost modeling, quantitative risk and uncertainty analysis, decision analysis, and workforce optimization. Communicating orally and in writing to convey complex study plans, findings, constraints, requirements. Applying professional cost analysis training, improving skills of others though interactions with internal and external agency cost and program analysts. Developing comparative studies to assist executive stakeholders in selecting approaches to meet capability needs. Education: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer.

Contacts

• Address Program Performance and Stakeholder Integration 4600 Silver Hill Road Washington, DC 20233 US
• Name: Karen Gross
• Phone: 301-763-3082
• Email: [email protected]