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Supervisory Social Scientist (Deputy Director)
Defense Human Resources ActivityAlexandria, VA · Management
$169,279 – $197,200
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This is a leadership role managing a federal analytics center that provides workforce research and policy analysis to the military. The position suits someone with deep expertise in social science research methodology, strategic planning experience, and the ability to communicate complex findings to senior government and military decision-makers.
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What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience at GS-14 level or equivalent
- Degree in behavioral or social science or related discipline
- Experience developing multi-year strategic research plans
- Experience providing scientific leadership on multiple large-scale projects
- Experience briefing senior government and military leaders