Summary This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Auth (Certain DoD Personnel), PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023; Provides subject-matter expert analysis and consulting services in support of Warfighting Lab Incentive Fund (WLIF) projects, future technology analytic support to Joint Warfighting Development, and forecasts of emerging science, enabling technologies and related analyses. Responsibilities This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Auth (Certain DoD Personnel), PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023 As a OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST at the GS-1515-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Performs scientific work as a Subject Matter Expert that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical, statistical, econometric, and other scientific methods and techniques to provide guidance to senior military decision makers in assigned area(s) of responsibility (AORs) listed below. Supports Warfighting Lab Incentive Fund project agreement development, review, execution, and subsequent reporting obligations. Supports efforts that assess the capability of the Joint Force and the potential impact of Warfighting Lab Incentive Fund projects and Concept of Operations on joint force structure and strategies that support the Department of Defense's warfighting capabilities in the areas of doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership and education, personnel and facilities. Forecasts emerging science and enabling technologies applicable to joint warfighting using analytic methodologies and tools. Works closely with the Combatant Commands, Services, and other Department of Defense organizations for achieving consistency across the portfolio. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the GS -13 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Utilizes project management principles to coordinate Warfighting Lab Incentive Fund oversight responsibilities of an extensive Warfighting Lab Incentive Fund project portfolio. Applies professional operations research methodologies to the application of new analytical developments, methodologies, and research findings to improve project evaluation and determine overall effectiveness and impact of the Warfighting Lab Incentive Fund program. Provides advice and expert consultation regarding emerging future technology and Warfighting Lab Incentive Fund project alignment to assess concept required capabilities. Applies professional operations research methodologies to apply new analytical developments, methodologies, and research findings to improve understanding of emerging science and technology and potential impact on joint warfighting and create information for sound analyses. 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 experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1515, series as listed below: REQUIRED: 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. SEE: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/ *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Transcripts MUST be provided, failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that 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: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional Information This position is Term: Not to Exceed 12 Months -however, may be extended or terminated at the discretion of the agency. Other Notes: RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov))