DATA SCIENTIST

DFAS; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Ibrido; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) in Indianapolis seeks a data-focused professional to lead data analysis and visualization efforts. You will develop insights using PowerBI and collaborate with teams to address program issues, communicating findings clearly.

Qualified applicants need a bachelor’s degree in math/statistics/computer science/data science or related field and at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, computer science, data science or related field.
• One year specialized experience equivalent to GS-11, demonstrating ability to perform duties and develop data analyses and reports.

Mansioni

• Develop data analysis reports and visualizations using PowerBI to communicate quantitative findings.
• Assist with selecting approaches and methods to resolve project issues and communicate results to stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Math/Statistics/CS/Data Science

Strumenti

PowerBI

Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) mission is to lead the Department of Defense (DoD) in finance and accounting by ensuring the delivery of efficient, exceptional quality pay and financial information.

This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.

This position has a positive education requirement. To qualify for this position you must meet one of the basic requirements described below:

• 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.

You MUST send proof of education or of certification to be considered for this position.

Specialized experience is defined as:

Specialized experience is defined as: Experience with selecting approaches and methods or developing new procedures to resolve project issues that arise; researching, analyzing, and providing technical advice and assistance on program issues; and developing data analysis reports and visualizations with tools such as PowerBI to communicate quantitative analysis findings.

Volunteer Experience:

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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-11) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

You may qualify for consideration if meeting specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.