Data Scientist

You will serve as a Data Scientist with responsibility for data management including but not limited to data storage, cleaning and curation of data, creation of data pipelines, automation of data flows, and data analytics encompassing operational and organizational analysis.

Duties

• The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.
• The duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Provides data-driven solutions to complex challenges by developing processes to transform raw structured or unstructured data into useful, actionable information for critical mission systems.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines using commercial cloud, open source, and/or custom software solutions to process large datasets.
• Establish data quality checks and procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency of data.
• Develop and implement data governance practices to regulate data access, usage, and security within the organization.
• Collaborate with teams to understand data needs, translate technical concepts, and ensure projects meet business goals.
• Translates the results of analysis into clear, actionable communications that equip Agency decision makers to make informed, data-driven decisions about programmatic and administrative functions.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Refer to the Next Steps section for more information.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/
• Prior to an official offer, selectee will be required to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) acknowledging/accepting that geographic mobility is a condition of employment. Failure to sign the MOU will result in withdrawal of the job offer.
• All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions.