Data Scientist

U.S. Census Bureau • Suitland, MD

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Data Scientist works in the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer at the U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. The position conducts research and statistical analysis on available data and presents findings in suitable formats. It supports the development of user interfaces and tools for displaying scientific information, and implements management data standards and metadata schemas to improve data discoverability and interoperability. The role performs advanced queries and uses programming languages to analyze data and produce visualizations; defines data requirements; and integrates technologies to collect, extract, engineer, and transform data from traditional and nontraditional sources. It provides data science expertise to complex initiatives developing tools and resources to access, store, analyze, and exchange high-quality data.

The announcement is being filled under Direct-Hire Authority and may also be used to fill other Data Scientist, 1560-12/13, FPL GS-13 positions in the Census Bureau at the same location with the same qualifications and specialized experience. The position is a bargaining-unit position and may require a one-year probationary period. Applicants must meet qualification requirements by the announcement closing date, be U.S. citizens, be suitable for Federal employment, and meet Selective Service registration requirements if applicable. A USA Hire assessment is required; applicants generally have 48 hours to complete it after submitting an application.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Suitable for Federal employment.
• Selective Service registration, if applicable.
• Meet the applicable minimum education requirement: a baccalaureate-level major in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, or a directly related field; or 30 semester hours equivalent to such a major plus additional education or appropriate experience.
• For GS-12: one year of specialized experience at a level equivalent to GS-11, including relevant experience in research and statistical analysis, evaluating statistical programs or applications, modifying methodologies, developing program materials or training, analyzing management information requirements and reporting systems, or querying databases.
• For GS-13: one year of specialized experience at a level equivalent to GS-12, with evidence in at least three specified areas: planning/designing/developing/implementing data science methods; using analytics to develop data structures, validate sources, and evaluate data-management tools; developing or querying analytical tools and data systems such as RDBMS and SQL systems; and applying Big Data processing languages, algorithms including HPC, and programming languages to develop analytical pipelines, visualizations, and solutions.
• Education cannot substitute for specialized experience at the GS-12 or GS-13 grade level.
• Complete the required USA Hire assessment within the stated deadline.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and statistical analysis on available data and present findings in suitable formats.
• Alter instructions, methodologies, and/or guidelines as directed.
• Participate in developing user interfaces and support adapting tools for displaying scientific information.
• Implement management data standards and metadata schemas to improve data discoverability and interoperability, as directed.
• Perform advanced queries using database and analytical tools, including SQL Server, and programming languages such as Python, R, and Java to analyze data and develop visualizations.
• Define data requirements and integrate enabling technologies to collect, extract, engineer, and transform data from traditional and nontraditional sources.
• Provide data science expertise to complex initiatives and projects focused on tools and resources for accessing, storing, analyzing, and exchanging high-quality data.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level