Operations Research Analyst

Internal Revenue Service; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 126,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) seeks a mathematically skilled professional to support Criminal Investigation through advanced data analysis. The role focuses on applying statistical methods to evaluate programs, identify non-compliance, and predict the impact of actions.

Based in Anchorage, Alaska, the position offers a day shift schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:00 am–4:30 pm), a 40-hour work week, and telework eligibility. A competitive pay range is posted.

Qualifications

• A college or university degree generally required, recognized by US DOE.
• Foreign education may satisfy requirements with equivalence evidence.
• Evaluation from NACES or AICE recommended.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes efficiency of CI programs using mathematical and statistical methods.
• Conducts operational research on tax administration problems with analytical models.
• Develops methods to identify non-compliance and fraud potential.
• Formulates economic theories in mathematical terms for statistical testing.
• Provides leadership in data collection, study methodology, and analysis.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data analysis

Mathematical modeling

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

• Schedule: Tour of Duty: Day Shift, Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 4:30pm, 40 hours per week

WHAT IS CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions Positions are to be filled in following area: CI - Criminal Investigation - Scientific Research and Trend Analysis REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS

Key Responsibilities

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. If this vacancy includes more than one grade and you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position. Analyzes the efficiency and effectiveness of major Criminal Investigation programs using design, development, and adaptation sophisticated mathematical, statistical, and other scientific methods.

Conducts operational research concerning critical tax administration and management problems in utilizing mathematical techniques, statistical methods, and scientific discipline. Develops methods to identify areas of non-compliance using mathematical techniques and analytical models designed to gain increased knowledge in specific areas and predict effects of alternative actions.

Develops formulas using discriminate and other statistical analysis to identify taxpayer documents and processes that have a high degree of fraud potential. Develops and applies research techniques for problem solving using data obtained from a variety of sources both from inside and outside the Service.

Formulates economic theories in mathematical terms so that they can be tested statistically to predict the probable impact on Criminal Investigation and other Operational Divisions. Provides a quantitative basis for decision making to improve operations using unconventional approaches.

Provides leadership and guidance for management in determining the nature and quantity of data to be collected and analyzed, establishing the methodology of study, and evaluating alternative choices. STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS (SPD): PD23151 Visit the IRS SPD Library to access the position descriptions.

Requirements & Education

A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.

You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

We recommend choosing an evaluator from a member organization of one of the following national associations of credential evaluation services: National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE).

As a current employee, you know the great benefits we offer. Should you have any questions about benefits, please contact the Employee Resource Center (ERC) at 1-866-743-5748 option #1 for ERC.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $125776 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-04.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Tour of Duty: Day Shift, Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 4:30pm, 40 hours per week position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.