Summary This position is being filled under Direct-Hire Auth (Certain DoD Personnel), PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023 This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent will facilitate, coordinate, and execute professional scientific functions involving physical science, engineering principles, and computer methods and techniques to store, manipulate, transform or present information by means of computer systems. Responsibilities This position is being filled under Direct-Hire Auth (Certain DoD Personnel), PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023 As a INTERDISCIPLINARY GEN ENG/COMP ENG/EL ENG/ORA/GEOGRAPHER/PHY SCI/CIV ENG at the GS-0150/0801/0810/0854/0855/1301/1515/1550-11/12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Functions as a data scientist within the Environment Operations Division (EOD) Environment Architecture Branch (EAB) involved in the strategic planning, requirements refining, research, design, architecting, technology roadmap development, software development, integration, testing and transitioning of very complex systems, capabilities and technologies in the existing and emerging data-centric Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) to support Joint Training and Force Development. Supports the implementation of the DoD Data, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence Adoption Strategy for the JTSE by leading the incorporation of existing authoritative operational force and geospatial data into modeling and simulations in order to provide accurate, realistic, data to support realistic and effective Joint force development and Joint training. Applies knowledge in data sciences, physical and applied sciences, geographic information systems (GIS), geospatial intelligence (GEOINT), and database technologies to advise on and/or review the development of software and databases to support Joint Training. Functions as a data scientist; coordinates and executes advanced systems engineering and software design for information systems, data services, data lakes, data warehouses, data catalogs, databases, and data requirements for modeling and simulation (M&S), machine learning, and Artificial Intelligence applications by applying state-of-the-art technologies Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-11, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service: 1. Applies the concepts, principles, and practices of software development methodology to data applications. 2. Provides guidance in the areas of military training, modeling and simulation, physical sciences, geography and social sciences, engineering, operations research, and data sciences. 3. Reviews source data providers, and challenges with the data interoperability between the geospatial, simulation and gaming communities. 4. Participates in working groups to provide guidance on open geospatial data sources and formats (e.g. GeoPackage, etc.) You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: 1. Provides advice and guidance developing software compliant with cyber security guidance of the Risk Management Framework (RMF). 2. Utilizes knowledge of data science to include areas of data services, modeling and analytics, to teams that perform the mining, collecting, storing, preparation, and provisioning of data and to evaluate software and algorithms. 3. Monitors source data providers, and challenges with the data interoperability between the geospatial, simulation and gaming communities. 4. Participates in a variety of reviews, and working groups to provide guidance on open geospatial data sources and formats (e.g. GeoPackage, etc.) You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: 1. Applies knowledge of geospatial data management including data type conversion, coordinate systems and their conversions, to support Joint force development and Joint training. 2. Managed enterprise database systems and architecture (PostgreSQL, NoSQL) to support Joint Training projects and advise on problems and issues encountered. 3. Provides technical input, advice, and guidance n data management and interoperability utilizing common (open source) Geospatial applications and the Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (QGIS, Geoserver, PostGIS, Mapbox, GDAL, etc.) capabilities. 4. Utilizes knowledge of geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) and how Modeling and Simulation applications and Command and Control (C2) systems store, parse and use this data. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 0150/0801/0810/0854/0855/1301/1515/1550, series as listed below: For the 150 Series: Degree: geography; or related physical or social science such as geology, meteorology, economics, statistics, sociology, anthropology, political science, history, cartography, computer science, urban studies, or planning that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields. OR a Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in geography, or a related field that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. For 801-810-854-855 Series: Degree: a professional engineering. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. OR a Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. For the 1301 Series Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR a Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. For 1515 Series-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. For 1550 Series-Degree: Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's 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. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Education REQUIRED: 150 Series: Degree: geography; or related physical or social science such as geology, meteorology, economics, statistics, sociology, anthropology, political science, history, cartography, computer science, urban studies, or planning that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields OR Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in geography, or a related field that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. 801-810-854-855 Series: Degree: a professional engineering. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. OR Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf 1301 Series Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. 1515 Series-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. 1550 Series-Degree: Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's 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. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. * Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional Information Other Notes: RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov))
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