- Position Title
- Interdisciplinary - Operations Research Analyst / Computer Scientist / Data Scientist
- Agency
- Air Force Civilian Career Training
- Announcement Number
- 9L-CB-12067274-099682-DFP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, August 3, 2023 to Thursday, August 17, 2023
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Eligibilities
Please answer the following questions by selecting the appropriate response(s). NOTE: Applicants are responsible for claiming their appropriate eligibility/eligibilities. Veterans' Preference is NOT an eligibility; it is a hiring preference, where applicable. You must select at least one eligibility to receive consideration for this position. If you do not have one of the eligibilities listed, you are not "eligible" to apply for this position and your application will not be referred to the hiring manager.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or those you fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or those you fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
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AF Internal Candidate - Are you a current AF or Space Force career or career-conditional permanent, competitive status Federal Civil Service employee, including those on LWOP? If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you must submit a copy of your most recent career/career conditional SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) AND a copy of an SF-50 that reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis.
Preferences
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Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.
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I am a current permanent or former federal employee with less than 52 weeks break in the competitive service and I am applying for this position to be considered as a:
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If you are currently employed in a permanent General Schedule (GS) position in the competitive service or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks, please identify your current grade held in a permanent position with inclusive dates, (e.g. 03 Jan 2015 to present). If your current grade is not your highest grade held, please provide both your current grade (with inclusive dates) and your highest grade held grade with inclusive dates, (e.g. 01 Jan 2014 to 02 Jan 2015). If you have not held a GS position in the last 52 weeks, you may skip this question. (Note: Your SF-50's should support the highest grade held).
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I am a current or prior military member of the Armed Forces that is retiring or has been retired less than 180 days. Hiring (appointments or transfers) of retiring or retired members of the Armed Forces to positions in any DoD Component during the 180 days immediately following retirement may only be made IAW DoDI 1402.01 and may require a waiver for appointment prior to the 180 days from official military retirement.
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Are you retired from the Federal civilian service or are you in a phased retirement and receiving an annuity?
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Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories below, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
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Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
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Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
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Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Conditions of Employment
All applicants must complete the following section. This section will be used to determine your ability and willingness to accept certain conditions of employment or meet certain requirements of the position. Please respond 'Yes' or 'No' to the following statements. Failure to respond to this section will result in an ineligible rating.
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All current federal employees must have a minimum performance rating of acceptable or higher to be considered for placement. Current federal employees who have a current unacceptable performance rating will be excluded from consideration. Note: Failure to select one of the below responses will render you ineligible for further consideration.
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I am a current permanent Air Force civilian employee in the Science and Engineering Career Field only.
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I am able and willing to submit to pre-employment drug testing (urinalysis) as a condition of employment. This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP) and I am able and willing to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and if requested, to submit to random drug testing (urinalysis) on a recurring basis. Further, I am able and willing to sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP and understand I am subject to random drug testing as a condition of employment.
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This position requires a Mobility Agreement. Organizational mobility has the potential to enhance career progression and mission effectiveness and is an integral part of the Career Broadening experience. You will be required to sign and abide by the provisions of the Mobility Agreement as a condition of employment. Refusal to sign will result in denial of appointment. Please confirm whether you are willing and able to accept a position requiring mobility and to sign a Mobility Agreement as a stipulation of employment.
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This position requires a Special Sensitive security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). I am able and willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates, and review of my driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service.
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the education and experience needed to qualify for a Operations Research Analyst GS-1515-15, Computer Scientist GS-1550-15, and Data Scientist GS-1560-15. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
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Select the one statement that best describes the specialized experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Data Scientist GS-1560-15 grade level or equivalent pay band in combination with the mandatory education requirements identified in the job opportunity announcement. Your resume must support the response you select..
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Select the one statement that best describes the specialized experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Operations Research Analyst at the GS-1515-15 grade level or equivalent pay band in combination with the mandatory education requirements identified in the job opportunity announcement. Your resume must support the response you select:
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Select the one statement that best describes the education and specialized experience requirements that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Computer Scientist at the GS-1550-15 grade level or equivalent pay band in combination with the mandatory education requirements identified in the job opportunity announcement. Your resume must support the response you select.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Plan, organize, and recommend courses of action regarding data analytics, data management and innovation.
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Provide technical direction, advice, and recommendations on resource-efficient means to meet subordinate unit needs, requirements, and urgent operational needs for existing and future intelligence air, space, and cyberspace data requirements.
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Set and adjust technical feasibility and developmental priorities and prepare schedules based on consideration of difficulty or requirements and assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of the staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs.
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Apply experimental theories and new development to problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted methods and/or make decisions or recommendations significantly changing, interpreting, or developing important policies and programs.
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Advises when new studies should be undertaken. Provide technical assistance and guidance to study analysts, assuring professional standards in the development and application of joint analytical models, methodologies, and data bases.
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Discuss and emphasize policy and major changes and provide authoritative advice on feasibility, implementation, and execution.
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Develop concepts, architectures, and contribute to near and long-range plans concerning organizational changes, resource management, and resource allocation to keep pace with new or changing agency tasking.
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Oversee and advise on the use of scientific inquiry in the independent development of mathematical models and computer programs.
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Develop models to test, analyze, and evaluate algorithms and other logic.
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Utilize computer science knowledge, mathematical and statistical techniques and innovative efforts to develop new solutions to previously highlighted and/or new problems or problems which may be totally lacking in precedent.
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Initiate and formulate plans and carry out project(s) through extensive and specialized original performance analyses and evaluations.
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Evaluate alternative courses of action and make recommendations based on sound scientific theory.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.