Operations Research Analyst
US ARMY HUMAN RESOURCES COMMAND (DRU)
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Operations Research Analyst
US ARMY HUMAN RESOURCES COMMAND (DRU)
Department of the Army
Location
Salary
$106,437 - $138,370
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 11, 2026
GS-12 Pay Grade
Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves analyzing data and creating models to help the U.S. Army Human Resources Command make better decisions about military personnel and programs.
You'll study historical information, develop proposals for different options, and build automated systems to support projects.
It's a good fit for someone with a strong math background who enjoys problem-solving and working with databases in a government setting.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in operations research or related field with at least 24 semester hours in operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or equivalent, including 3 hours in calculus
- One year of specialized experience at GS-11 level, including interpreting regulations, presenting study findings, developing insights on long-term program implications, and assisting with database design problems
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to develop proposals for alternative courses of action
- Skill in examining historical information to establish valid relationships for projects
- Experience developing automated system models for data analysis
Full Job Description
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
About the Position: Position is located at Human Resources Command (HRC), Military Personnel and Readiness Directorate , at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below.
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).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement for Operations Research Analyst: Degree: 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.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes interpreting regulations or presents study findings and conclusions; developing insight to isolate and define long-term implications of the programs; and assisting with the resolution of database design problems.
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). Major Duties:
- Develops proposals for alternative courses of action.
- Examines historical information to determine whether valid relationships can be established to assist in completion of assigned projects.
- Develops automated system models for analysis of data used to support assigned projects and studies.
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