Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serves as an Operations Research Analyst and Advisor to senior leadership, providing data analytical expertise to execute assigned missions.

Duties

Serves as a data analytics expert and advisor to senior leadership as well as employees, supervisors, and managers. Provides analytic support to senior decision-makers. Formulates, directs, and executes operational research, focused studies, and operational analyses. Serves as an expert on modeling and simulation techniques. Interfaces with headquarters and other technical/analytical agencies on advances in state-of-the-art technology.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• If authorized, PCS 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/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• 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
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, (Cont'd)
• or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees (Cont'd)
• in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing.
• Incumbent is subject to uncommon tour of duty hours to include rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays on an infrequent basis. (Cont'd)
• Extended shift work (12 hours), and off-duty hours on-call, particularly during Command exercises, special events, and emergencies.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, Series 1515. BASIC 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. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts with your application. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must includes knowledge of multiple disciplines including analytics, statistics, and economic analysis as required to conduct data analytics on varied and novel project/studies, including operational and strategic level assessments. Conducts data analytics and data mining involving operational and strategic level assessments, identification of shortfalls/gaps, resource allocations, and force management issues for the combatant command. Represents the organization during visits with government and industry representatives. Coordinates the contributions of professionals and specialists, notes problems that arise, and resolves differences. 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. Knowledge of analytical, mathematical, or statistical theories, principles, concepts, methods, and techniques to develop analytical models and methods to conduct complex operational research. 2. Knowledge of missions, functions, goals, objectives, work processes and funding sources to inform Operations Research operations. 3. Skill in developing research techniques, data mining, database management, computer simulation languages, and concomitant ability to increase efficiency and effectiveness and enhance organizational performance. 4. Skill in oral and written communication to include persuasion, coordination, negotiation and briefing support. 5. Ability to apply quantitative techniques and models for studies to complete comprehensive mission analysis. 6. Ability to mentor, and motivate the staff of an organization. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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 or in combination with experience; 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.

Contacts

• Address SPACECOM 250 Vandenberg Street Suite B016 Peterson SFB, CO 80914 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]