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Data Scientist, GS-1560-11/12, FPL 12 (DH)

Department of Education HeadquartersMultiple LocationsPosted 15 Sept 2026

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Minimum Qualification Requirements You may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-11, if you possess the specialize experience. Specialized Experience for the GS-11 One year of experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-09 performing two (2) out of three (3) of the following duties or work assignments: 1. Experience processing data, developing analytical solutions, and creating and maintaining code using data science tools.

2. Experience supporting data validation and quality assurance within analytical workflows using Programing language (Python and SQL, etc.) ensuring accuracy of data presented in dashboards and/or predictive models. 3. Experience assisting with statistical or analytical projects, by applying established criteria, investigating data related problems, analyzing findings, and presenting results or recommendation to management or other stakeholders.

Minimum Qualification Requirements You may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-12, if you possess the specialize experience. Specialized Experience for the GS-12 One year of experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-11 performing two (2) out of three (3) of the following duties or work assignments: 1. Experience processing data, developing analytical solutions, and creating and maintaining SQL and Python code using data science tools.

2. Experience implementing robust data validation, quality assurance, and/or monitoring processes within data pipelines and workflows using programming languages and specialized tools to ensure the accuracy of loan-based datasets visualized through interactive dashboards and/or predictive modeling. 3. Experience formulating and initiating statistical projects, establishing criteria, investigating problems, or analyzing findings to provide consultative services to office management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs, as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement).

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GS-11 1. Ability to apply basic data visualization and integration techniques to support data products and reporting. 2. Knowledge of basic data analysis, mathematical concepts, and statistical methods. 3.Knowledge of basic concepts and practices related to data management, data reliability, data validity, and statistical analysis. 4.Knowledge of higher education processes and basic compliance requirements related to the administration of Federal Student Aid programs (Title IV).

GS-12 1. Ability to apply data visualization and integration services and techniques. 2. Knowledge of data analyses, mathematics, statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, or other scientific concepts. 3. Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices related to data management, data reliability, data validity, and statistical analysis. 4. Knowledge of higher education processes, industry best practices, and compliance requirements related to the administration of Federal Student Aid programs (Title IV).

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