This position serves as a Supervisory Data Scientist GS-1560-14 and will directly report to the Director of the National Center for Collaborative Healthcare innovation (NCCHI). NCCHI is managed in collaborative agreement with the National VHA Innovation Ecosystem; under the Deputy Undersecretary for Health, and the VA Palo Alto HealthCare System (V AP AHCS); in the VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21 ).
Summary
This position serves as a Supervisory Data Scientist GS-1560-14 and will directly report to the Director of the National Center for Collaborative Healthcare innovation (NCCHI). NCCHI is managed in collaborative agreement with the National VHA Innovation Ecosystem; under the Deputy Undersecretary for Health, and the VA Palo Alto HealthCare System (V AP AHCS); in the VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21 ).
Duties to include but no limited to the following: Full management and development responsibility for NCCHI data resources. The national VA technological infrastructure to be utilized includes cloud-based systems such as VA Enterprise Cloud, Python, R, Data bricks, SQL, Microsoft Azure Machine Learning, Amazon AWS Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Suite, and other emerging technologies and tools NCCHI Advanced Analytics Administration Duties:
Amends or rejects work not meeting established standards; refers questions or matters not covered by established standards to the supervisor for higher level review; monitors working conditions.
Presents findings and results in manuscript format, using the highest scientific standards, with the goal of publishing findings in peer reviewed scientific and/or medical journals.
Makes recommendations for future development, monitors implementation, and performance for scalable solutions, as appropriate.
Promotes a climate in which staff can identify problems and develop innovative solutions for improving processes.
Collaborates with clinical and non-clinical services throughout the entire health care system to track and monitors staffing needs, requests, and development of enhancements.
Collaborates and work with the national VHA Innovation Ecosystem, under the Deputy Undersecretary for Health, to collaborate on the prioritization, development, and testing of scalable solutions that facilitate far reaching positive outcomes for both clinical and nonclinical teams to be utilized throughout the country.
Data Science Project Work & Advanced Analytics Duties:
Expert knowledge in data science and analytic techniques. Personally, performing and/or leading teams in conducting analyses using statistical tools such as mathematics, statistics, performance measurement, and advanced analytics such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and natural language processing for cloud computing and analyzing data sets.to define opportunities, quantify, and rigorously validate new or improved innovative solutions.
Codes with languages such as python or R and uses SQL and other data processing and analytics tools and software to analyze data sets and uses data visualization tools such as MS Power BI, Tableau, MS Excel, ArcGIS, and others to generate reports and develop compelling stories that convey statistical or technical information to non-technical audiences.
Have broad understanding of healthcare workflows and care delivery, allowing them to identify problems that can be improved or solved through data science solutions.
Responsible for extracting and analyzing data, using high-level programming languages and advanced statistical methods.
Technical Responsibility, Authority and Oversight Duties
Building interfaces with other applications systems to share information in an approved manner and coordinating with Office of General Council, national Chief Technology Office, Office of Information Technology, and internal/contracted data architects, machine learning engineers and developers, as needed for deployment of solutions into clinical care.
Serving as a recognized authority and the VHA Innovations expert and troubleshooter in analyzing, evaluating, and resolving systems performance issues and problems that were developed for VHA.
Program/Operations Supervisory Duties
Responsible for conducting supervisory duties which includes, but is not limited to, development of performance standards; writing position descriptions; assigning, coordinating, evaluating, and monitoring work; approving leave; certifying time and attendance; rating performance; counseling employees; and initiating disciplinary actions, when necessary.
Hears and resolves complaints from employees. Initiates recruitment actions and interviews and selects new hires. monitors key performance indicators on the feasibility and success of analytics projects, and acts as the project leader, which typically includes diverse interdisciplinary teams.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description Title/PD#: Supervisory Data Scientist~/PD: 640-02609-O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized
Degree: I successfully completed a degree in 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. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
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Combination of education and experience: I possess a combination of education and experience that provided me with Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown above, plus additional education or appropriate experience.(TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
In addition to meeting the (IOR)Basic Requirement above, you must also meet one of the following additional requirements.
You may qualify based on your experience as described below:
GS-14 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the federal service); experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes: Mastery of advanced principles, methods and techniques of data science, analytic, and statistical methods to accomplish program goals; Applying advanced management and leadership concepts, methods, standards, and practices sufficient to develop and interpret policies, procedures, and strategies governing the planning and delivery of services throughout the organization; Assess and improve program effectiveness, complex management processes, and systems; Ability to formulate and implement strategic goals, performance measures and guidelines for implementing Departmental or Governmentwide policy initiatives; Knowledge of the management and organizational structure of hospitals and health care institutions, with a specific knowledge of the structure and function of the Department of Veterans Affairs(VA) and the Veterans Health Administration (VHA); Plan, schedule, and carry out major projects concerned with the analysis and evaluation of programs, requirements, or organizational opportunities.
You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Administration and Management
Data Management
Oral Communication
Planning and Evaluating
Problem Solving
There is no educational substitution for the GS-14 level.
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; religions; 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.
Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary, although some physical effort may be required, e.g., walking, standing, carrying light items such as manuals or briefcases, or driving or traveling by motor vehicle. She/he must have the ability to work within an environment of conflicting deadlines and. shifting priorities. She/he may be required to work evenings and weekends, as well as perform infrequent overnight travel to meetings and conferences.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
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.
VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
If you are unable to apply online and request information about the Alternate Application process, please contact the Agency Contact listed for this Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA).
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.
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.
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.
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/06/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12611998.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Palo Alto VA Medical Center
3801 Miranda Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94304
US
Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/06/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12611998.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Palo Alto VA Medical Center
3801 Miranda Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94304
US
Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
