Description

This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy. This is a Bargaining unit position represented by NAGE local R1-195. Duties As a Data Scientist, you will: Collaborate with team members, subject matter experts, or stakeholders, as needed, to identify and select relevant data sources to perform duties. Obtain, evaluate, and interpret data extracts and reports from various systems, assessing relevant data source validity and reliability to meet project needs. These datasets come from diverse sources and in diverse forms that include computerized statistical files, manual or automated program reporting systems, program files, and ad hoc information obtained from internal and external sources. Ensure data sources are fit for their intended purpose through assessment of potential data quality issues, such as bias in data ingestion or transmission mechanisms. Data sources commonly used in this role include financial system data, demographic data and program outcome data as well as unstructured and narrative information found in program or policy utilization reports, safety systems, economic and social indicators, environmental impacts and other qualitative and quantitative research. Use software and/or programming languages such as R, Python, SQI, Tableau and/or PowerBI, to transform, combine, and clean data preparation for analysis. Apply appropriate data wrangling techniques, such as probabilistic, matching and imputation of missing values, to clean and prepare imperfect datasets. Work with teams to develop suitable datasets for ad hoc and ongoing analytic uses, with an emphasis on long term automation and replicability where appropriate Independently analyze data leveraging suitable statistical and mathematical methodologies. Be familiar with methods of exploratory data analysis, selecting appropriate models and identifying when data is insufficient to reach valid conclusions. Conduct observational and statistical analysis using appropriate software and/or programming languages to test hypotheses, predict outcomes, and inform decisions. Be comfortable working with large semi-structured and unstructured datasets and numerous confounding variables. Solve technical problems by choosing appropriate tools and techniques. Be able to explain any data structures or quality constrains impacting the study designs to both technical and non-technical audiences. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience analyzing data to support policy and operational decisions and will contribute to project teams using outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, performing sophisticated data analysis, and developing data visualizations, online databases, and mobile applications to support research and communications initiatives. The candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, resourcefulness and organization. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: This position may be eligible for occasional and/or regularly scheduled telework. The number of telework days approved will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency’s telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position. POSITION SENSITIVITY AND RISK: Varies by position and will be based on the position to which appointed. SECURITY CLEARANCE: Varies by position. If applicable, you must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position to which appointed. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Varies by position. If applicable, the applicant selected is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter. FOR DIRECT HIRE CANDIDATES: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series, (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification, AND (3) meet either the education or experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

Role and Responsibilities

• This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy. This is a Bargaining unit position represented by NAGE local R1-195. Duties As a Data Scientist, you will: Collaborate with team members, subject matter experts, or stakeholders, as needed, to identify and select relevant data sources to perform duties. Obtain, evaluate, and interpret data extracts and reports from various systems, assessing relevant data source validity and reliability to meet project needs. These datasets come from diverse sources and in diverse forms that include computerized statistical files, manual or automated program reporting systems, program files, and ad hoc information obtained from internal and external sources. Ensure data sources are fit for their intended purpose through assessment of potential data quality issues, such as bias in data ingestion or transmission mechanisms. Data sources commonly used in this role include financial system data, demographic data and program outcome data as well as unstructured and narrative information found in program or policy utilization reports, safety systems, economic and social indicators, environmental impacts and other qualitative and quantitative research. Use software and/or programming languages such as R, Python, SQI, Tableau and/or PowerBI, to transform, combine, and clean data preparation for analysis. Apply appropriate data wrangling techniques, such as probabilistic, matching and imputation of missing values, to clean and prepare imperfect datasets. Work with teams to develop suitable datasets for ad hoc and ongoing analytic uses, with an emphasis on long term automation and replicability where appropriate Independently analyze data leveraging suitable statistical and mathematical methodologies. Be familiar with methods of exploratory data analysis, selecting appropriate models and identifying when data is insufficient to reach valid conclusions. Conduct observational and statistical analysis using appropriate software and/or programming languages to test hypotheses, predict outcomes, and inform decisions. Be comfortable working with large semi-structured and unstructured datasets and numerous confounding variables. Solve technical problems by choosing appropriate tools and techniques. Be able to explain any data structures or quality constrains impacting the study designs to both technical and non-technical audiences. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience analyzing data to support policy and operational decisions and will contribute to project teams using outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, performing sophisticated data analysis, and developing data visualizations, online databases, and mobile applications to support research and communications initiatives. The candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, resourcefulness and organization. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: This position may be eligible for occasional and/or regularly scheduled telework. The number of telework days approved will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency’s telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position. POSITION SENSITIVITY AND RISK: Varies by position and will be based on the position to which appointed. SECURITY CLEARANCE: Varies by position. If applicable, you must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position to which appointed. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Varies by position. If applicable, the applicant selected is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter. FOR DIRECT HIRE CANDIDATES: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series, (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification, AND (3) meet either the education or experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.