Total 119 Others level Education / Training job vacancies in District 1, Ho Chi Minh

As an Operation Research Analyst, the incumbent:

• Serves as a subject matter expert for cost estimating, life-cycle cost analysis, cost modeling and the development of cost databases, risk management, and operational research.
• Uses knowledge of applying appropriate cost estimating and statistics principles and methods, as well as risk management principles, to technically complex systems.
• Provides expert advice to program and project teams in cost estimating and analysis, including project baselining and support to the program decision processes.
• Serves as a subject matter expert conducting scientifically based quantitative analysis of NNSA programs and projects to justify their cost, scope, and schedule baselines, as reported to Congress.
• Performs program analysis, including identification of key risks and issues, resource alternatives, and programmatic recommendations, informs the NNSA Future Years Nuclear Security Program (FYNSP) and budget submission under the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Evaluation (PPBE) system.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for the evaluation of the program/project performance, operational effectiveness, operational suitability, and estimated costs and schedules of programs and projects.
• Monitors progress identifies issues, analyzes root cause, and develops recommendations to senior level leadership.
• Provides technical and subject matter expertise to the CEPE Director, CEPE Deputy Director, the NNSA Administrator, senior leadership of NNSA programs, Congress, and other stakeholder agencies.
• Analyzes cost/financial and technical data to perform analysis, build models, identify trends, and develop tools using appropriate statistical and mathematical techniques.

• You will review Engineering work of minor complexity under supervision of a senior engineer.
• You will study engineering texts, periodicals, manufacturer's publications and other technical material to obtain information on materials, equipment and pertinent data.
• You will prepare layout and detail drawings on relatively routine projects.
• You will perform work with a larger more complex project pertaining to the design of mechanical systems for naval ships, ship systems and combat systems

• You will maintain programs for the Human Resources Office (HRO) in support of automated systems for the Laboratory and HRO.
• You will assist HRO and other NRL users with the operation of Defense Civilian Personnel Data Systems (DCPDS), MyBiz, eOPf, and other systems.
• You will analyze and provide recommendations for reductions, consolidation or removal of reports no longer used.
• You will meet with customers to assess their needs and make recommendations to meet the needs of the HRO users.
• You will assist in the review and preparation of the Commercial Activities (CA) Annual Inventory Tasker/Narrative Report.
• You will be responsible for all account management for the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS).
• You will provide guidance and assist users of DCPDS for the preparation of request for personnel actions.

• You will provide administrative and technical support.
• You will organize and maintain electronic filing systems for directives, regulations, manuals, and general administrative materials.
• You will prepare a variety of documents using office automation systems such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• You will ensure correspondence/parcels are mailed using the appropriate methods and all time-sensitive materials are tracked and delivered within the required timeframe.
• You will prepare monthly reconciliations and documents for quarterly audits.
• You will arrange meetings, trainings and events.
• You will be responsible for all procurement actions within the office.
• You will process requests and arrange for sign language interpreting services for employees.
• You will maintain program records and statistics, prepare reports and maintain databases.
• You will conduct EEO complaint in-take and may perform EEO counseling duties.

• You will supervise the employees within the Office of Program Administration and Policy Development responsible for management and execution involving key lab-wide functional areas.
• You will perform a broad range of tasks intended to improve the management of NRL's programs and their coordination with those managed by other organizations.
• You will be considered an expert in monitoring, researching, de-conflicting information, and providing background information on complex technical and policy matters that come under the purview of the DOR.
• You will represent NRL, on ONR, Navy, tri-Service and/or DoD-wide coordination matters.
• You will provide managerial, technical, and administrative support to the Commanding Officer, Executive Officer, and the Director of Research.

As an Operations Research Analyst you will:

• Provide analytical support to NNSA elements and leadership on its programs, projects, and portfolios in areas such as cost, schedule, risk, or performance outcomes.
• Identify and assess issues and applies problem-solving methods (e.g. queuing theory, optimization, discrete event simulation, Monte Carlo analysis, other mathematical, statistical, and decision analysis methods). Examine problem context, data integrity, resource constraints, and key assumptions to develop deterministic and/or probabilistic models to understand the range of potential outcomes, sensitivity to assumptions, and relevant trade-offs. Wors with fellow Operations Research Analysts or other technical personnel on analysis techniques and findings.
• Work on analytical teams developing tasks and execution schedules, overseeing day-to-day activities, coordinating with senior program and site partners, ensuring final products are high- quality and defensible, and presenting results to senior leadership. Participate in a community of analysts developing similar analytical products, encourage the free flow of ideas and best practices, and participate in the development of NNSA policy in areas such as cost estimating.
• Communicate results of complex analytical studies, estimates, and reviews to stakeholders. Review and integrate results of multidisciplinary models or analyses into a succinct message, and present through oral and written methods to supervisors, stakeholders, and customers. Represent the interests of the organization with NNSA, contractors, reviewing entities, and other federal agencies.

• You will prepare CAD and drawings as required to facilitate accomplishment of work by a contractor and shop personnel.
• You will assist the shop and engineering personnel or other NRL Divisions where his/her experience and knowledge can be utilized relating to A/C equipment.
• You will prepare detailed cost estimates for submission to the management Command in connection with projects requiring special authorization and allotment of funds by the Command.
• You will estimate total man-time requirements and details labor costs by shop using engineered performance standards, means estimating, historical data, and by the application of knowledge acquired of a tradesman.
• You will develop a variety of complex work for shop trades such as carpentry, air conditioning, piping, and electrical and for NRL Supply contract actions.

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) seeks a Research Librarian to join its Resources, Science, and Industry Division, which supports the work of Congress in issue areas including earth sciences, natural resources, environmental policy, energy and minerals, agriculture and food, science, technology, transportation, and industry.

The Research Librarian will provide reference and research services to CRS policy analysts and congressional clients, focusing primarily on the areas of business, industry, and technology, including emerging technologies. Candidates with a Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent degree and background in issue areas including business, industry, and technology, including emerging technologies are encouraged to apply. Outstanding candidates will also have a background in data science and/or public policy.

CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS is a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill.

CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees.

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that ensures the Service is well positioned to anticipate and meet the information and analytical research needs of a 21st-century Congress.

Research Librarian duties include:

Analyzes and solves research problems within designated policy research areas. Factors that affect the complexity of these problems include novelty, the difficulty in locating authoritative information, and the specialized nature of the subject area.

Responds to congressional and internal requests for information related to issues requiring in-depth knowledge of the context/background of the issue, and for information that is difficult to find and/or requires filtering/synthesis. Utilizes specialized knowledge to prepare responses to requests and develop and execute research methodologies for specialized topics.

Develops and maintains knowledge of research resources. Identifies, tests, and evaluates new, specialized research resources; performs market analyses on competing resources; and recommends specialized information resources and research materials for purchase or renewal.

Provides orientation and training/instruction to congressional clients, colleagues, and peers on research methods and research resources.

• Provides leadership, advice, and guidance on Electronic Performance Support System (EPSS) integration with instructional design and delivery; the separate application of EPSS technology as a stand-alone instructional system; integration of other innovative learning-related technologies with instructional design and delivery, and the administrative processes associated with managing learning programs; and staff/instructor training in these platforms and processes.
• Develops and delivers Academy learning and professional development products and services as well as assisting the colleagues and Academy Director with daily operations and customer support.
• Serves as the backup and acting Academy Director in the absence of the AI&E Director.

SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Education Program Manager at National Defense University for the China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI); support the vision of the CASI Director; develops and evaluates curricula, teaching procedures, and educational materials on Chinese aerospace activities for the Department of the Air Force; directs and conducts formal, informal, and agile education for the National Defense University, the DoD, and other schools as directed; supports research on Chinese aerospace activities; conducts engagement and outreach with external partners in government, industry, and academia; provides direction and leadership to local CASI staff. This research, publishing, agile education, engagement and outreach may include subjects pertaining to Chinese air, missile, space, and cyberspace operations, strategic and operational environment, doctrine, and employment, and other duties as assigned by the CASI Director.

DUTIES:

• Leads, directs, plans, and organizes the academic operations of the China Aerospace Studies Institute at National Defense University.
• Leads Team of analysts to Conduct Academic Research and Develops Written Policy Advice for DoD.
• Serves as the educational advisor on programs that are extremely complex with significant agency, national or international scope and impact.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the lead Training Specialist and subject matter expert for all mission-critical accident investigative and technical training agencywide.

Duties performed:

• Developing a comprehensive curriculum for training accident investigators and technical support personnel to be implemented utilizing a variety of platforms (i.e. in-person, virtual, interactive multimedia, job aids, on-the-job training facilities, etc.).
• Serving as an instructional advisor on the development and implementation of training curricula for accident investigation professional and technical career development.
• Advising accident investigative subject matter experts on instructional methodology and best practices.

• You will coordinate with staff and training sites to develop training policy.
• You will direct the review of training plans for installations, facilities, and contract requirements.
• You will develop and compile written training policies and directives for immersive training resource
• You will develop requirements, plan exercises and strategies for Ashore training at the Fleet, Region and Installation Levels for Naval District Washington (NDW).
• You will plan, coordinate, and assess NDW major training exercise requirements for the Region and 6 Installations.
• You will manage and coordinate a minimum of two annual major training exercises and one certification exercise for Regional Operations Center (ROC).
• You will identify and implement innovative options for live, virtual, and constructive training.
• You will perform other duties as assigned.

This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed represent the full performance level of GS-14. At the GS-13 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-14. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds. Promotion is not guaranteed, and no promise of promotion is implied.

• Serves as a primary economic specialist on the use of statistical and economic methods for, data collection, validation, technical computation with large datasets, and program and policy analysis.
• Conducts economic research to investigate economic phenomena and problems; analyzes interrelated economic data; and writes new or revised procedures, summaries, or interpretive reports on economic research.
• Stays abreast of current and planned changes in source data, precedents, and pertinent literature.
• Oversees and/or performs economic program and policy analysis, including designing data collection systems, assembling datasets, and developing data validation methodologies.
• Assignments include developing documentation justifying the federal collection of the data underlying the program datasets and reporting systems, conducting budgetary analysis, statistical and economic analysis with inferences upon workforce development programs and activities; or one or more subject or client-specific areas including but not limited to areas such as occupational information, labor shortages, and occupational skills and assessment.
• Applies originality and creativity in the design of surveys and/or experiments, the development of methods, and the extension of existing theory to new and unusual applications to probe long-standing economic challenges and phenomena.
• Based on analytical findings, provides evidence-based input to management officials for decision-making purposes directly impacting important aspects of agency programs affecting the nation's labor market and workforce.
• Contributes meaningful and properly evaluated economic information to policymakers and promulgates new or revised procedures, analyses, or technical assistance.
• Generates high-quality economic reports on labor market and economic trends, and develops or refines legislative proposals, policy briefs, and program documents.
• Uses comprehensive analytical skills to analyze, synthesize, and compile technical and scientific information for inclusion in reports, briefings, and other publications; establishes the logical sequence; and tailors the document to meet the needs of an intended audience.
• Presents research results in comprehensive reports, tables, and charts.
• Participates as a recognized expert in work groups and in making professional presentations on the subject(s) areas.
• Prepares and delivers formal and informal briefings and presentations on the area(s) of expertise in meetings, conventions, interagency task forces, etc., clearly communicating and explaining complex technical principles and analyses to stakeholders, customers, and other appropriate audiences.
• Understands and explains economic movements as well as methods and economic and data concepts to external customers and stakeholders.

The first 50 applicants will receive first consideration. Additional applicants will be referred in increments of 50 at management's request.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

The Associate Director Education supports the Deputy Director and the Senior Consultant for Operations in overseeing SPP Education and is responsible for coordinating and supporting VHA's National Strategy for Preventing Veteran Suicide and develops national suicide prevention training and education as well as recommends policy, programming and planning actions, and strategic guidance for suicide prevention for the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Associate Director Education provides support to the operationalization of the VA's 10-year National Strategy and its four major domains (Healthy & Empowered Communities, Clinical & Community Prevention Services, Treatment & Support Services, Surveillance, Research & Evaluation) through the SP NOW initiative.

The incumbent is responsible for the advancement of the translation of new suicide prevention initiatives into educational resources across the VA system and works closely with the Rocky Mountain MIRECC and VISN 2 CoE for Suicide Prevention in the translation process. The Associate Director Education is responsible for ensuring national rollout of initiatives are in alignment with implementation science principles and include interface with a wide range of clinical and administrative offices within VHA. These initiatives embody the mission to make "suicide prevention everyone's business" by co-leading the integration of suicide prevention into the broad VHA health care continuum.

The Associate Director Education will provide primary leadership to the Education team within the SPP office, leading the national suicide prevention education and training program as well as development of a policy and legislative agenda. The work directed is, administrative, technical, and complex. The incumbent adheres to local and national VA policies, often consulting with peers on professional and technical matters. The incumbent assists the Senior Consultant of Operations with complex reviews of effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of suicide prevention office efforts and develops detailed plans, goals, and objectives for the long-range implementation and administration of the program, which has wide ranging impact on other VA and national level programming.

The incumbent uses critical decision-making skills to prioritize difficult needs and solve problems quickly, logically, and accurately. Employs good judgment, initiative, and creativity in independent and collaborative problem solving and in designing solutions when guidelines do not exist or apply or where gaps exist. In this way, the Associate Director Education, under the supervision of the Senior Consultant for Operations, affects the workings of SPP and the outcomes for Veterans and stakeholders. This work includes developing new ways to resolve major administrative problems or planning the most significant administrative management aspects to ensure successful program implementation.