INTERDISCIPLINARY (Ops Research Analyst/Mathematician/Statistician/Computer Sci/Data Sci)

$49,025 - $105,289/Yr

United States Department of Defense - Olmsted, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Olmsted, IL

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

The Interdisciplinary position within the Department of Defense is designed for candidates with backgrounds in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Data Science. This role is developmental, allowing for selection at various GS levels (GS-07, GS-09, or GS-11), and focuses on supporting project management and execution of district projects and programs. The position involves collaboration within a project controls group, utilizing project management software and established processes to ensure effective project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in support of project management, control, coordination, and execution of all district assigned projects and programs.
• Act as a team member of the district project controls group, providing services such as planning, scheduling, estimating, budgeting, change management, and risk assessment.
• Manage day-to-day processing of each project and/or program using professional project portfolio management software.
• Control, develop, coordinate, and execute assigned programs and their documentation requirements to ensure effective data/document management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in operations research, mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, or a related field with specific coursework in relevant subjects.
• Specialized experience in project management support, including knowledge of scheduling software and accounting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team leads and coworkers regarding project schedules.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with project portfolio management software.
• Familiarity with budgeting processes and project life cycles.

Benefits

• Relocation expenses reimbursement may be available.
• Access to comprehensive federal employee benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.