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Classification & Qualifications General Schedule Qualification Standards

General Mathematics and Statistics Series, 1501

Individual Occupational Requirements

Series definition:

This series covers positions that manage, supervise, lead, or perform scientific work of a mathematical, statistical, or actuarial nature. This series is applicable when the work of the position:

  • is covered by two or more professional series in the Mathematical Sciences Group, 1500, and no one professional series predominates; or
  • is not covered by any one professional series in the Mathematical Sciences Group, but is closely related to work in the Mathematical Sciences Group, 1500.

Note: This qualification standard applies to positions under the General Schedule (GS) pay system and other white collar non-GS pay plans.

Basic Requirements:

  1. Degree: Mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position.

    or

  2. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience.

Related Information

Associated Group Standard

Use the Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions for this series in conjunction with the Individual Occupational Requirements described below.