Data Scientist (Branch Chief)

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and education, as defined below. For the GS-14 level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-13 level) that demonstrates all of the following: Using Python or R in support of data analytics projects. Leading a team or cross-functional group to accomplish a significant project or initiative. This includes setting goals, coordinating tasks, evaluating work products, and providing technical advice and guidance on items such as analytical coding or methodologies, statistical analysis, or visualization development. Developing oral and written presentations and communicating complex and technical analyses to inform, influence, and persuade a variety of audiences. And at least 1 of the following 2: Creating and maintaining automated data pipelines to support data ingestion, transformation, and delivery. Creating and maintaining interactive dashboards or reports. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.