This position is located in the Small Business Administration, Office of Investment and Innovation (OII) in Washington, DC. Serves as the OII Data Scientist and technical data authority responsible for providing advanced data analysis involving the application of scientific data methodologies, models, and algorithms to transform large amounts of raw data, and develop analytical tools and processes to gain critical insight, vision, problem anticipation and resolution across business lines.

Duties

This position is located in the Office of Investment and Innovation (OII). OII promotes small business and startup investment and innovation by providing access to capital, networks, and assistance critical for businesses to incubate, expand and sustain. OII partners with Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs), Innovation Accelerator Networks, Universities, and the SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research)/STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer Program community). Conducts statistical analysis and explores data to identify trends, make informed data driven predictions, develops meaningful program data and information, and relevant conclusions. Performs system analysis to identify strategic recommendations regarding data collection, integration, and retention, taking into account business requirements and best practices and in support of the development of new system requirements. Participates in training Office of Investment and Innovation (OII) staff members in the efficient use of the assigned reporting and information system(s) and their capabilities.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• You must successfully complete a background investigation.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

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. You MUST submit transcripts (official or unofficial) with your application or you will be rated ineligible for consideration. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. 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. Transcripts (official or unofficial) must be submitted in support of this response. If selected, official transcripts will be required. AND For GS-1560-13: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector that includes: Managing Data Systems; and Producing publishable quality data reports; and Teaching others data skill using created training manuals; and Apply Big Data processing languages (such as Python, R, C#, Java) to perform ETLs of data, develop analytical visualizations with tools like (AWSQuicksight, Tableau, PowerBI), and solutions to complex problems; and Presenting, defending, and leading data driven decision-making within the organization, agency, and with industry leaders. These qualifications must be clearly referenced in your resume. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's Qualifications web site: Data Science Series-1560 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. TIME-IN-GRADE: If you are a current career or career-conditional federal employee applying for promotion under Merit Promotion you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in positions at the next level lower than the position being filled. All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 07/31/2024.

Education

Education may not be substituted for experience for this position.

APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: 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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Verify School accreditation. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. *** 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, click on: Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address Office of Investment and Innovation 409 3rd Street SW Suite 6300 Washington, DC 20416 US
• Name: Lorraine Atencio-Curry
• Email: [email protected]