Data Scientist

Summary This position is in the Department of Labor (DOL), Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP), Division of Financial Administration (DFA), Branch of Financial Analysis and Performance (BFAP). DFA provides central leadership, direction, and support services to throughout all four OWCP Programs nationwide in areas of financial management, budgeting, analysis and planning, internal review and control, and statistical and actuarial research. Learn more about this agency Duties As a Data Scientist you will perform the following duties: Compare and evaluate possible courses of action, and deciding or acting after considering the various possibilities. Initiate activities or projects and identifies all project phases to answer specific or broad questions from various stakeholders and to accomplish broadly defined program objectives so that the results of the work are used to assure that benefits paid are appropriate, adequate to assure OWCP claimants receive necessary services, and that public resources are adequately safeguarded. Design and carry out a wide array of research and analysis projects and studies of interrelated issues to include problem resolution; must change approaches or develop entirely new approaches to getting the work completed. Identify training needs and maintain awareness of industry tools and techniques for continuous improvement. As a technical authority in scientific, statistical, and predictive techniques, the incumbent is relied upon to interpret and advise on related policies, regulations, and methods. Translate and communicate complex topics and technical data in an understandable manner through presentations and reports to a wide range of audiences. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be at least 16 years old. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level. Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met. Qualifications You must meet the Basic Requirements and the Minimum Qualificationsto qualify for the Data Scientist, GS-1560-13/14, as described below. Basic 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 A combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position, plus additional education or appropriate experience. Minimum Qualifications For GS-13: Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-12 in the Federal Service. Specialized Experience is the experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform the duties of the position successfully, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Qualifying specialized experience for GS-13 includes: 1. Utilizing statistical or mathematical software to generate descriptive statistics, developing statistical models and graphics, tracking and assessing data. 2. Development of predictive and statistical models using SQL, R, SAS, Python, Spark, Jupiter, notebook-based workflows, or other data analytics tools. 3. Applying scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge, produce findings and insights, and apply across a broad application of domains. For GS-14: Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-13 in the Federal Service. Qualifying specialized experience for GS-14 includes: 1. Applying scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge, produce findings and insights, and apply across a broad application of domains. 2. Utilizing statistical or mathematical software to generate descriptive statistics, developing statistical models and graphics, tracking and assessing data. 3. Development of predictive and statistical models using SQL, R, SAS, Python, Spark, Jupiter, notebook-based workflows, or other data analytics tools. 4. Analyzing and interpreting data across multiple operational domains, including workers' compensation claims and program integrity review, cost accounting and financial performance analysis, and end_to_end revenue cycle management. Experience in Medical, Pharmaceutical, and/or Healthcare environments is preferred but not required. Education Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service. If your education was completed at a foreign college or university, you must show comparability to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States and comparability to applicable minimum course work requirements for this position. Click Evaluation of Foreign Education for more information. Additional information The mission of the Department of Labor (DOL) is to protect the welfare of workers and job seekers, improve working conditions, expand high-quality employment opportunities, and assure work-related benefits and rights for all workers. Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES As a condition of employment, all personnel must undergo a background investigation for access to DOL facilities, systems, information and/or classified materials before they can enter on duty: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION This position is inside the bargaining unit. If the duty location is within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the position will be included in the Local 12, AFGE bargaining unit. If the duty location is outside the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the position will be included in the NCFLL bargaining unit. Click here for Career Ladder Promotion Information requirements. Click here for Telework Position Information. This is not a remote work position. The selectee will report to an assigned DOL office location on a regular basis and is eligible for participation in telework as determined by management in accordance with DOL policy. Based on agency needs, additional positions may be filled using this vacancy. The Department of Labor may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government to attract highly qualified candidates. Click here for Additional Information. The Fair Chance Act (FCA) prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOL employee has violated your rights under the FCA, you may file a complaint of the alleged violation following our agency's complaint process Guidelines for Reporting Violations of the Fair Chance Act. Note: The FCA does not apply to some positions specified under the Act, such as law enforcement or national security positions. All Department of Labor employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Program under Executive Order 12564 and Public Law 100-71. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. 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