Data Analytics

Summary

As a Data Analyst, you will lead and coordinate the efforts of GSA and/or other Agency professionals and contractors in solving complex and far-reaching data management issues and problems for a wide range of systems, applications and customers. Location of position: Federal Acquisition Service, Assisted Acquisition Services, Acquisition and Office of AAS Operations. We are currently filling two vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

• Leads and coordinates the efforts of GSA and/or other Agency professionals and contractors in solving complex and far-reaching data management issues and problems for a wide range of systems, applications and customers. Issues include data interface, storage and require the application of sophisticated data management principles, procedures and tools such as modeling techniques, data backup, data recovery, data dictionaries, data warehousing, data mining, data disposal, and data standardization processes. Independently analyzes data, applying and explaining the scientific, statistical and/or mathematical principles used. Is familiar with methods of exploratory data analysis, selecting appropriate models and identifying when data is insufficient to reach conclusions. Provides technical advice and makes recommendations to management on the use of sophisticated, scientific data management, analysis and technology as it relates to Agency data. Participates on cross functional teams in the development, implementation, and oversight of new technologies related to data science. Develops project plans, coordinates overall team efforts, and maintains appropriate lines of communication. Inputs specificity into project plans to ensure that logistics are handled efficiently, identifying potential bottlenecks and resolving issues within the scope of authority. Designs, develops, and operates systems for ingesting, storing, and analyzing large scale data. Uses data parallelization techniques or streaming technologies to process data.

Qualifications

To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described below. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. 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-13 salary range starts at $117,284 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-12 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized Experience is : Consulting with stakeholders and customers to identify the appropriate data, methodological approach, and design to use when facilitating high level projects and/or responding to customer requests and requirements. Utilizing analytic and statistical software to programmatically prepare data for analysis and clean imperfect data such as probabilistic matching and imputation of missing values. Making strategic recommendations on data collection, integration, and retention requirements incorporating business requirements and knowledge of best practices.

Requirements

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 2 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.

How to apply

Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement. Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Please see Required Documents for additional details. Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process. Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job. Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process). Need Assistance? Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact [email protected] or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.