Data Scientist

About this role

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Basic Requirements: A. Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. Or B. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience Minimum Qualifications: You must have one year specialized experience to perform successfully the duties of the position.

To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL of the following: Conducting complex data science analyses using statistical, machine learning, predictive modeling, data mining, artificial intelligence, or spatial modeling methods to transform large structured or unstructured datasets into actionable findings for leadership; Developing geospatial data products, including geographic information system (GIS) datasets, geocoding workflows, spatial models, interactive maps, dashboards, or cartographic products, with attention to data quality, completeness, limitations, and fitness for purpose to inform leadership decisions; Use of programming or analytic tools such as Python, R, and ArcGIS to transform, analyze, and visualize data for surveillance, preparedness, emergency response, or public health decision-making.

Documenting experience: IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification.

Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational application questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. In accordance with Office of Personnel Management policy, federal employees are assumed to have gained experience by performing duties and responsibilities appropriate for their official series and grade level as described in their position description.