USA Staffing

Position Title: Interdisciplinary
Agency: United States Army Futures Command
Announcement Number: NEAD231653756179HW Opens in new window
Open Period: Friday, February 10, 2023 to Tuesday, February 21, 2023

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

2. Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.

A. 1515 - Operations Research

B. 1520 - Mathematics

C. 1529 - Mathematical Statistics

D. 1550 - Computer Science

This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.

1. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. Are you willing to undergo pre-employment and recurring investigations to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance as required?

A. Yes

B. No

2. This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time. Are you willing and able to travel away from your permanent duty station up to 25% of the time?

A. Yes

B. No

3. Appointment to this position is subject to a three year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights. Are you willing to serve a three year probationary period?

A. Yes

B. No

4. This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for Engineering Certification within 60 months of entrance on duty. Do you currently possess this certification or are you willing and able to obtain the acquisition certification required for the position?

A. Yes

B. No

Thank you for your interest in an Interdisciplinary DB-1515/1520/1529/1550-2/3 position with Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.

1. Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Computer Scientist at the DB-02 (GS-05-GS-11)/ DB-03 (GS-12/13) grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.

A. I have a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in computer science or bachelor's degree (or higher degree) with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

B. I do not possess the education described above.

2. Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Operations Research Analyst at the DB-02 (GS-05-GS-11)/ DB-03 (GS-12/13) grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.

A. I have a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in operations research; or a degree with 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 attach a copy of your transcripts.)

B. I do not possess the education described above.

3. Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Mathematician at the DB-02 (GS-05-GS-11)/ DB-03 (GS-12/13) grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.

A. I have a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in mathematics; or a degree with the equivalent of a major that included at least 24 semester hours in mathematics. My total course work includes differential and integral calculus and, in addition, four advanced mathematics courses requiring calculus or equivalent mathematics courses as a prerequisite. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

B. I have a combination of education and experience which includes courses equivalent to a major in mathematics (including at least 24 semester hours in mathematics), as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. My total course work includes differential and integral calculus and, in addition, four advanced mathematics courses requiring calculus or equivalent mathematics courses as a prerequisite. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

C. I do not possess the education described above.

4. Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Mathematical Statistician at the DB-02 (GS-05-GS-11)/ DB-03 (GS-12/13) grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.

A. I have a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) which included 24 semester hours of mathematics and statistics, of which at least 12 semester hours were in mathematics and 6 semester hours were in statistics. I meet the mathematics course requirement by having at least four of the following: differential calculus, integral calculus, advanced calculus, theory of equations, vector analysis, advanced algebra, linear algebra, mathematical logic, differential equations, or any other advanced course in mathematics for which one of these was a prerequisite. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

B. I have a combination of education and experience which includes at least 24 semester hours of mathematics and statistics, including at least 12 hours in mathematics and 6 hours in statistics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. I meet the mathematics course requirement by having at least four of the following: differential calculus, integral calculus, advanced calculus, theory of equations, vector analysis, advanced algebra, linear algebra, mathematical logic, differential equations, or any other advanced course in mathematics for which one of these was a prerequisite. I have appropriate experience which includes evidence of statistical work such as (1) sampling; (2) collecting, computing, and analyzing statistical data, and (3) applying known statistical techniques to data such as measurement of central tendency, dispersion, skewness, sampling error, simple and multiple correlation, analysis of variance, and tests of significance. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

C. I do not possess the education described above.

5. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Computer Scientist/ Operations Research Analyst/ Mathematician/ Mathematical Statistician at the DB-03(GS-12/13) grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.

A. I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the DB-02(GS-05-GS-11) grade level in the Federal service which includes (1) Performing scientific and technical investigations and analyses throughout all phases of the product life cycle; (2) Assisting in the preparation, coordination and execution of project proposals; AND (3) Assisting with the development and product improvement programs including program plans, costs, facilities, and schedules.

B. My experience is not reflected in the above statement.

6. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.

A. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.

B. No. I do not accept this agreement and/or I no longer wish to be considered for this position.

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