What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Research Analyst position at USDA-FSIS?
Duties
Summary
This position is in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) and may be assigned to any branch. The OCFO has responsibility for all FSIS financial management budget performance and improvement activities, audit liaison activities, cost analysis and estimation activities, and managing the development of investment strategies in support of investment program initiatives.
Requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Specialized Experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing duties which included: Working with colleagues to solve an organization's problems in the areas of economics, finance, budgets, cost estimation, and research; Assisting in identifying areas for possible improvements, drafting and refining analyses to meet requirements for specific needs; Developing qualitative and quantitative analyses to validate cost estimates; and Calculating return on investment and cost benefit analyses in support of strategic and financial planning processes. Education cannot be substituted for experience to qualify for the GS-13 grade level. To learn more on how to qualify for this position, Click Here 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health regulatory agency responsible for ensuring the safety of meat, poultry and processed eggs. USDA is a great place to start or continue your career. For more information on USDA and the Food Safety and Inspection Service, visit FSIS.
Summary
This position is in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) and may be assigned to any branch. The OCFO has responsibility for all FSIS financial management budget performance and improvement activities, audit liaison activities, cost analysis and estimation activities, and managing the development of investment strategies in support of investment program initiatives.
Requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Specialized Experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing duties which included: Working with colleagues to solve an organization's problems in the areas of economics, finance, budgets, cost estimation, and research; Assisting in identifying areas for possible improvements, drafting and refining analyses to meet requirements for specific needs; Developing qualitative and quantitative analyses to validate cost estimates; and Calculating return on investment and cost benefit analyses in support of strategic and financial planning processes. Education cannot be substituted for experience to qualify for the GS-13 grade level. To learn more on how to qualify for this position, Click Here 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health regulatory agency responsible for ensuring the safety of meat, poultry and processed eggs. USDA is a great place to start or continue your career. For more information on USDA and the Food Safety and Inspection Service, visit FSIS.