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Summary The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the senior principal analyst and technical advisor to the Information Operations Division related to scientific work requiring the design, development, and adaptation of mathematical, statistical, econometric and other scientific methods and techniques in order to plan and assess strategic and operational influence activities to achieve the Command's end states and mission objectives. Responsibilities Performs a broad range of operations research analyses and modeling projects related to the unique environment of influence operations, actions and activities through innovative use of techniques and practices, and discovery of sophisticated modeling approaches, incorporating as appropriate new and promising technologies. Exercises full technical responsibility and authority for Information Operations Division influence operations analysis, project development, and implementation of assessments. Represents USCENTCOM as the senior Assessments Subject Matter Expert (SME), establishing, developing and maintaining effective working relationships with higher headquarters and external organizations. Plans, organizes and provides technical direction to specified assessment personnel/social scientists. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL 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 your transcripts. Evaluation of Education: The primary requirement of operations research work is competence in the rigorous methods of scientific inquiry and analysis rather than in the subject matter of the problem. Therefore, applicants should have sufficient knowledge of applied mathematics to understand and use the fundamental concepts and techniques of operations research methods of analysis. In addition, some positions may require knowledge of a specific subject area. Courses acceptable for qualifying for operations research positions may have been taken in departments other than Operations Research, e.g., Engineering (usually Industrial Engineering), Science, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or Management Science. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. 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 grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include mastery knowledge of one or more specialized areas of operation research sufficient to apply new analytical developments, methodologies, and research findings to broad studies of an unprecedented nature; mastery knowledge of research techniques and concomitant ability to obtain information concerning subject studies to perform sound analyses; demonstrated aptitude for the collection, handling, validation of data received in variable formats derived from multiple and disparate sources. Ability to design and build models and simulations to resolve complex problem sets as well as the ability to use IBM SPSS statistical models and baseline computer literacy in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, workload, project management, and time management for effective integration and utilization. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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 and mastery of a wide range of operations research analysis, its theories, methods and techniques to include qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of Command level plans and programs for conducting major combat and non-combat operations, special operations and exercises, also knowledge of Combatant Command programmatic goals and objectives, to include knowledge of the application of joint operations planning, the sequencing and timing of key operational efforts with other commands and agencies events in order to evaluate the effectiveness of planning, it execution and the analysis of actions related to specific programs and actual events. 2. Expert knowledge of Joint Information Operations Doctrine and Policy. Uses judgment and discretion in determining intent, and in interpreting and revising existing policy, regulatory guidance, and reported assessments for use by others within or outside USCENTCOM. 3. Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative techniques/methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models or approaches to resolve problems or define and clarify courses of action. 4. Ability to lead study teams originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints; skill to negotiate and/or defend findings and program support concepts; and ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirement and objectives within available resources. 5. Demonstrated aptitude for the collection, handling, validation of data received in variable formats derived from multiple and disparate sources. Ability to design and build models and simulations to resolve complex problem sets as well as the ability to use IBM SPSS statistical models and baseline computer literacy in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, work load, project management, and time management for effective integration and utilization. 6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and writing; negotiates complex issues; and maintains good working relationships both in USCENTCOM staff and other Government agencies, while displaying independent initiative and sound judgment, as well as making informed decisions. 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 Continued from Conditions of Employment. While deployed to an overseas location, the EE duties requires the incumbent to be issued and carry a firearm; operate a government vehicle during specific authorized situations, and to wear a gas mask and chemical protection gear. Incumbent must obtain and maintain firearms qualification. Incumbent is required to wear approved Department of Defense (DoD) civilian uniform while deployed. Some of HQ USCENTCOM's AOR has been considered "War Zone" hazardous duty. LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT: This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. Recruitment and Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with 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. Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. 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