Summary

As a Data Scientist, you will serve as a senior authoritative subject matter expert for developing new methods to automate reports, develop predictive models, and analyze trends.

Location of position: GSA, Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Office of Policy and Compliance, Acquisition Evidence & Analysis Division.

The Acquisition Evidence and Analysis Division is responsible for conducting analysis and evaluation of acquisition activities to ensure compliance of acquisition across FAS.

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Duties

We are currently filling 3 vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Position can be filled in any of the following locations: Washington, DC; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Kansas City, MO; Fort Worth, TX; Lakewood, CO; San Francisco, CA; Tacoma, WA; Norfolk, VA; Orlando, FL; Tampa, FL; Houston, TX; or San Antonio, TX.

As a Data Scientist, you will serve as a senior authoritative subject matter expert for developing new methods to automate reports, develop predictive models, and analyze trends and collaborates with Federal, Academic, and Industry partners.

• Responsible for development, management, control, coordination, and execution of data analysis requirements providing technical expertise across data life cycle (i.e. data collection, ingestion, storage, modeling, access, integration, analysis and related support).
• Conducts analysis using software and/or programming languages (e.g. R, Python, SQL) to explore/group data, test hypotheses, predict outcomes, and inform decisions; leverages artificial intelligence (AI) tools to streamline and inform improved processes; consults with stakeholders and customers to develop appropriate data, approach, and design.
• Analyzes data elements, systems, dependencies, and relationships between data models and data processes; utilizes software and/or programming languages (e.g. R, Python, SQL) to improve data reliability, efficiency and quality.
• Leads teams in developing data products and definitions, using appropriate analytic and statistical software to programmatically prepare and clean imperfect data for analysis; consults with stakeholders and customers to develop data, methodological approaches, and design for projects to evaluate program effectiveness and forecast future budget requirements.
• Translates concepts, findings, and limitations into concise, plain language presentations; and interprets analytical outputs tailored to specific audiences.
  
  
  

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
• Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.
  
  
  

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

• Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
• Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
• Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level).
• Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
• Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financia interest and this position.
  
  
  

Qualifications

For each job on your resume, provide:

• the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
• number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
  
  
  

If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.

The GS-14 salary range starts at $125776 per year.

If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.

To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in the Federal service.

All candidates for Data Scientist positions must meet one of the following basic qualification requirements:

• 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
• 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.
  
  
  

This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcript(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to meeting the basic requirements above, applicants must demonstrate that they have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in Federal service. Specialized experience is experience utilizing computer science, mathematical and statistical theories, techniques, and methods to gather, analyze, design, and construct new processes for modeling, interpreting, and/or reporting quantitative information, trends, relationships and correlations among or within data sets. Experience must include:

• Performing data analysis across data lifecycle (e.g. data collection, ingestion, storage, modeling, access, integration, analysis and decision support) to ensure compliance with the organization’s mission;
• Implementing data collection and analysis utilizing analysis software (e.g. R Studio, Tableau), coding languages (e.g., python, java, scala), database structures, and/or queries using structured query language (SQL) to provide support on issues related to acquisition activities;
• Using programming language(s) as well as various applications to organize, manipulate, to derive meaning from big data (e.g. extremely large, disparate, unstructured, and/or otherwise complex datasets).; and
• Delivering presentations, (e.g. briefings, training sessions, and consultations) regarding the progress and/or results of projects/studies.
  
  
  

Additional information

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches.

If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.

On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:

• Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government
• Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee
• Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government
  
  
  

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits





A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

You will have access to many benefits including:

• Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
• Life insurance coverage with several options
• Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
• Transit and child care subsidies
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long-term care insurance
• Training and development
  
  
  

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.