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Summary This vacancy is for a Data Scientist position in the Department of Commerce located at the U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. The Census Bureau is accessible from the Metro Rail Green Line - Suitland Station. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Data Scientist, 1560-7/9, FPL GS-13, positions within the Census Bureau in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience. Responsibilities Performs advanced queries using database and analytical tools (e.g. SQL Server) and programming languages (e.g. Python, R, and Java) to analyze data and develop data-analytical visualizations. Provides data science expertise to a wide range of highly complex initiatives and projects focused on the development of cutting-edge tools and resources to easily access, store, analyze, and exchange complex, high-quality data. Defines data requirements and integration of enabling technologies to collect, extract, engineer, and transform data from traditional and non-traditional sources. Analyzes a variety of data sources to provide data-driven insights to the organization to streamline processes and evaluate the effectiveness of the program operations in meeting established goals and objectives. Designs, implements, and evaluates large, complex analytical applications, projects, and studies, applying a combination of computational and machine learning methods to new or Big Data using next generation analytical tools. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This vacancy is advertised under 2 different announcements. Please read the 'Who May Apply' section carefully to determine your eligibility. If you are not eligible under this announcement, please see 24-BOC-12381020-DE-KG. Minimum Education Requirement: A. 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 B. 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. AND GRADE 07 Specialized Experience: For the GS-7, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-5 grade level in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes: knowledge of data science theories, principles, methods, and practices; experience using data visualization software. OR 1 year of graduate-level education or superior academic achievement. GRADE 9 Specialized Experience: For the GS-9, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes: providing support as a member of a team in the development, modification, and utilization of applications; data analysis and interpretation; database design and development; and troubleshooting and providing guidance on the effective use of applications, data management and visualization tools, and emerging technologies. OR 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree. 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, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer. Education Additional Information If hired for this position with the Census Bureau, at its headquarters office located in Suitland, Maryland, you will be expected to temporarily telework to maximum extent while the headquarters building is being renovated. Once renovations are completed for your area, you will be notified when to return to the office. At that time, you will be expected to work from your duty station, and you may be eligible to telework up to 8 days a pay period depending on your respective work schedule with approval from your supervisor. The following links provide information on various hiring authorities that may enable you to apply through merit assignment procedures, or be eligible for a non-competitive appointment. VRA (GS-11 or below) VEOA (permanent positions) 30% or more disabled Persons with Disabilities CTAP ICTAP The Department of Commerce provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Human Resources Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. TTY users can contact the Human Resources Office via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.