Data Scientist (Workforce Analytics)

The Office of Human Resources Management, Workforce Analytics and Technology Division is seeking a Data Scientist (Workforce Analytics) to contribute to and advance the Workforce Analytics Program within NIST. This notice is issued under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which NIST has a severe shortage of candidates.

**Qualifications:**
Basic Requirements: 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. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done. We will credit all qualifying volunteer experience in your application. IN ADDITION to the basic qualification requirements above, an applicant must meet the criteria below: Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of the specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level (ZP-III at NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience using one or more relevant data science programming languages such as R, Python, SQL, MATLAB to clean, parse, or structure datasets and databases; Experience working with stakeholders regarding data preparation methods such as exploratory data analysis, model creation, data visualization, etc.; Experience using data visualization tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, etc. to inform Stakeholder business decisions, and managing a large portfolio of dashboards/reports that are refreshed frequently. 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 experience. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration