Data Scientist

As a Data Scientist, you will serve as a subject matter expert and advisor in the highly technical and specialized area of data science.

Location of position: The Office of Governmentwide Policy (OGP)/The Office of Evaluation Sciences (OES)

OES works with groups across GSA to help identify opportunities for learning, designs and implements evaluations, and assists in applying evidence.

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed., * Assesses data sources to determine the type of data available and how data imports can be made into other systems to reduce or eliminate manual reporting requirements.

• Using exceptional knowledge of representative models, determines the adequacy of input data and ensures integrity and pertinence of output data.
• Translate complex concepts, findings, and limitations into concise, plain language.
• Closely tie findings and conclusions into the agency mission, original problem statement and team objectives.
• Research and design presentations and interpretations of analytical outputs tailored to specific audiences, including the use of interactivity and narrative storytelling where appropriate.
• Work with teams to develop data products and definitions.
• Use appropriate analytic and statistical software to programmatically prepare data for analysis and clean imperfect data.
• Collaborate with teammates, customers, and stakeholders in a reproducible and organized manner.
• Produce expert technical guidance and recommendations for achieving the agency’s objectives., * 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., Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA’s webpage.

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.

On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:

• Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.

We don’t accept applications or application materials submitted with Government-paid postage.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service., * 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

• Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph 1 above, plus additional education or appropriate experience, In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 grade level of the Federal service as defined. Specialized experience is experience:

• Executing and managing program evaluation projects from design through implementation, data analysis, and reporting, utilizing systematic data collection to measure efficiency and effectiveness.

• Adapting project designs and evaluation projects as necessary for randomized controlled trials (RCTs), qualitative studies, and other types of evaluations.

• Managing, merging, cleaning, and standardizing extensive structured and unstructured datasets at both enterprise and program levels to develop and produce derived metrics.

• Utilizing scripting languages to gather and prepare data, and performing sophisticated statistical analyses using tools such as R or Stata.

• Developing comprehensive result summaries and evaluation presentations based on detailed data findings., Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications, ICTAP/CTAP Candidates: The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found “well-qualified” for this vacancy. In addition to meeting the basic qualifications stated in the qualification section of this announcement, well qualified is defined as: Experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, demonstrated by meeting at least 3 out of 5 KSA’s listed below:

• Skill in organizing and analyzing large structured/unstructured data using data analytical tools to assess sources, determine data availability, and plan imports into other systems to reduce manual reporting.

• Ability to communicate the results of quantitative data analysis or technical concepts including explaining any limitations of the data findings to a non-technical audience using verbal, written, and visual methods.

• Skill in applying appropriate evaluation methods to projects, demonstrating proficiency in complex evaluation design and quantitative analysis strategies, including cleaning imperfect data and preparing data for analysis.

• Skill in applying evidence from the social and behavioral sciences to determine appropriate analytic and statistical approaches.

• Ability to collaborate across organizational lines to address data quality challenges and promote improved data management practices within an organization., Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Lakewood, CO Hybrid work $108,173 - $158,322 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays, * US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

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 Non-Career 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..
• 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.
• Serve a one year probationary period, if required., A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

You will have access to many benefits including:

• Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
• Life insurance coverage with several options
• Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
• Transit and child care subsidies
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long-term care insurance
• Training and development

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered., Work site options Telework eligible Yes-This position is full-time in the office. In rare instances, situational telework may be approved on a case-by-case basis. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $108,173 - $158,322 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. Pay scale & grade GS 13 Promotion potential 13 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - May be required for meetings, conferences and trainings. Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series

• 1560 Data Science Series

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR) Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number M1-2026-0004 Control number 879652600

This public notice is issued under Direct Hire Authority (DHA) to recruit talent to occupations for which there is a severe shortage of candidates or a critical hiring need. This means that we can hire any qualified candidate from this notice or any other source. About this DHA notice: -Current civil service employees will receive new appointments if selected under this DHA. -For information on DHA, please visit https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/direct-hire-authority