OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

Duties

DUTY 1
Performs Career Broadener assignments involving a broad range of functional research assignments entailing unique problems, creativity, innovative use of techniques, advanced approaches, and/or new technologies supporting the Command Data and AI Office (CDAO).

DUTY 2
In a Career Broadening capacity; serves as an expert on cross-functional modeling and simulation techniques for ACC. Utilizes scientific inquiry in the independent development of mathematical models and computer programs to evaluate and predict the ability to support assigned projects, studies, or problems.

DUTY 3
As a Career Broadener, provides cross-functional technical guidance, advisory support and assistance on an entire project and/or major phases for broad and varied operations.

DUTY 4
Attends meetings, conferences, briefings and seminars related to program planning, advanced technologies, and support system concepts.

DUTY 5
Accomplishes professional development and maintains technical proficiency through professional interaction with technical and professional societies, associations, academia, symposia, contractors, research and development (R&D) organizations, and participation in formal training programs.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Mobility is a condition of employment, employee must sign an Air Force-wide mobility agreement.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate TOP SECRET security clearance
• 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/
• PCS cost will be paid IAW Career Broadening Policy under this agreement.
• Career Broadening positions are managed by AFPC/DP2Z and are centrally funded.
• Positions are established specifically to provide developmental experience designed to broaden the skills and/or enhance the leadership perspective of a high-potential, mid-level manager.
• Career Broadening also provides training and developmental opportunities at various organizational levels.
• These assignments offer the qualified candidate a unique assignment in that the candidates brings certain experience to the assignment while gaining new experiences in a different work environment
• TEMPORARY PROMOTION: If the position is filled as a temporary promotion, upon completion of the career broadening assignment, the temporary promotion may lead to permanent promotion without further competition
• This is a designated drug-testing position, incumbent will be subject to random testing for drug use.
• Travel by regularly scheduled commercial or military conveyances IAW Joint Travel Regulations may be required in performance of TDY
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Must have a bachelor's degree in a related discipline such as computer or electronics engineering, computer science, or mathematics
• Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties.

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 Professional and Scientific Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience include mastery knowledge of one or more specialized areas of operation research sufficient to apply new analytical developments, methodologies, mastery of the application of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness, comprehensive knowledge of the range of administrative laws, policies, regulations, and precedents applicable to the data policy and federal law for data protection, data management strategies, workflow identification processes, system deconstruction methods to develop ACC ecosystems, program management, DoD financial planning and POM processes to identify and defend requirements, integrate activities, and data needs and existing "state of the industry" practices in providing data solutions, including security requirements for certification and accreditation.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-13 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

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 engineering, mathematics, statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, and/or other scientific concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.

2. Knowledge and understanding of agency doctrine, regulations, policies, guidelines, requirements, and initiatives related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s).

3. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly.

4. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to identify, investigate, resolve complex issues or problems, and modify standard practices and techniques to solve complex interrelated problems.

5. Skill, judgment, resourcefulness, originality and ability to foresee the impact of changing technology.

6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, in order to produce highly technical reports, position papers, and briefings; resolve conflicts based on mature judgment and experience; effectively negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.

7. Knowledge of security procedures and the ability to control classified information including information classified by aggregating unclassified information.

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Eligible applicants: Air Force Employee (Current Permanent Competitive Service Career/Career-Conditional Employee and Current Permanent AF DCIPS Employees with Reinstatement Rights to the Competitive Service)

Area of Consideration is limited to current permanent internal Air Force employees with qualifying Operations experience; all other candidates will be outside the area of consideration.

This assignment is temporary and limited in duration to 36 months. This vacancy announcement is for one formal career broadening opportunity in the Operations Career Field. The organizational location of this position is Eustis, VA.

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Additional information

PCS restrictions: An employee selected to make a PCS to a Career Broadening assignment is restricted from making a second PCS for 12 months

Defense National Relocation Program may or may not be authorized

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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