This position is being filled under DoD Modified Direct Hire Authority, Section 1109; PL, 116-92, dated 12/20/2019. Part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff. Serves as the data scientist responsible for this effort and is the technical authority for data management including data sharing, data governance, and data science lifecycles. Duties primarily revolve around making use of the data for analysis supporting the Joint Staff.

Duties

This position is being filled under DoD Modified Direct Hire Authority, Section 1109; PL, 116-92, dated 12/20/2019. As a DATA SCIENTIST at the GS-1560-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Provides expertise in data management and data governance and is responsible for developing and implementing data management, strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize data quality, integrity, security, and accessibility that align with organizational goals and objectives; Identifies requirements, develops, and implements capabilities, architectures, systems, and applications to enable knowledge and data exchange to improve DoD, multinational and interagency performance in experimentation and associated activities; Plans and executes data science lifecycles and knowledge of appropriate use of artificial intelligence/machine learning (Al/ML) projects in accordance with best practices and DoD AI standards; Applies different methods, processes, algorithms, languages, and tools depending on the data received from external organization and who owns and produces the data; Manages a portfolio of projects, works independently, monitors and coordinates project activities, develops project management plans including project selection/prioritization/evaluation, estimates resource requirements, cost schedule management, risk management, quality management and resource allocations;

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• Occasional Travel
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May Be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is SITUATIONALLY telework eligible
• Security: Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance
• Drug Testing Designated Position: Yes
• Incumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and will be compensated within the scope/guidelines of government civilian employment.
• May be required to perform travel from 5-10 nights per month or longer, if necessary, CONUS and OCONUS. Member must be willing and able to travel on military and commercial aircraft, vessels, and/or vehicles.
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Applies oversight of capability and system configuration management to manage a multi-project development and decision-making processes, technical and functional system verification, validation and testing, and implementation and operational testing, maintenance, and improvement, and ultimately disposal; Plans, develops and maintains data quality improvement plans and provide guidance to stakeholders; Organizes, coordinates, and lead multiple projects associated with data management and system integration to evaluate progress, advise other managers on potential problems; recommend resolutions to significant issues, identify risks, and re-direct work efforts associated with changes; Utilizes analytical processes/problem solving skills used to conduct studies and ability to organize, compile, synthesize, and present recommendations of the studies to properly assess and impact project requirements, and to develop innovative solutions; Applies current and future information environments, ecologies, technologies and capabilities, and ability to gain knowledge of DoD policies, processes, and standards that govern knowledge, data and information sharing and systems for joint, multinational, and interagency applications to support the development, production, and implementation of Departmental and multinational policy guidance documents. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1560, series as listed below: Data Science Series 1560 (opm.gov) 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 A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.

Education

You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Foreign Education

All materials must be submitted by 03/12/2024.

Contacts

• Address Joint Chiefs of Staff Joint Staff Pentagon Washington, DC 20318 US
• Name: JCS Servicing team
• Phone: 614-692-2646
• Email: [email protected]