Operations Research Analyst - Baltimore City Fire Department

POSTING DATE: 07/29/2025         

SALARY RANGE: $70,338.00 - $112,807.00 Annually

Our Benefits                                       

The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits 

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits plans. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!       

Job Summary: 

An Operations Research Analyst conducts management, operational and organizational studies to identify and resolve operating problems and monitors, evaluate the effectiveness of City government services and provide a resource for strategic, fiscal and operational planning. Work of this class may involve supervising administrative analyst and fiscal personnel.

Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office and at work sites where the employee is exposed to uncomfortable environmental or hazardous working conditions. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

EDUCATION: Have a master's degree from an accredited college or university including advanced courses in public administration.

AND
EXPERIENCE: Have two years of experience in operations research, systems design, business process reengineering and other management analyses.

OR

NOTES EQUIVALENCIES: Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including advanced courses in public administration and four years of experience in operations research, systems design, business process reengineering and other management analyses.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of budget, management, operational and methods analysis.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration in a large organization.

• Knowledge of the principles and applications of computer spreadsheets, databases and presentation software.

• Ability to synthesize data from a wide variety of sources.

• Ability to comprehend and define complex problems and prepare solutions or arguments.

• Ability to work with mathematical statistics, mathematical probability and application, experimental design, statistical inference, and econometrics.

• Ability to construct mathematical and computer models for use in analysis and forecasting.

• Ability to write reports, critical recommendations and presentation materials.

• Ability to communicate effectively and to enlist the cooperation of others.

• Ability to read and comprehend complex technical, fiscal and legal materials.

• Ability to handle multiple projects and changing priorities.

Background Check                                       

NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction.

Probation

All candidates, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.