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Data Scientist, NB-1560-V

Department of the Treasury
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
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Summary

As a Data Scientist, you will derive insights from artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing to ensure that the federal banking system is safe, sound, and fair. You will analyze data sets, use predictive analytics to identify emerging risks in the federal banking system, and work with bank examiners to enhance existing processes for bank supervision.

Supervision Risk and Analysis
Washington, DC

Overview

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Open date: 12/12/2024
Closed date: 12/27/2024
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$101,297 - $188,593 per year
Pay scale & grade
NB 5
Promotion potential
6
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
Yes
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
High Risk (HR)
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
MP-HQ-DB-25-5325-12624878
Control number
823666200

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Clarification from the agency

All candidates who are: 1. Current OCC employees who are qualifying as Status Candidates or who are currently serving on a Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA); 2. Former OTS employees currently serving under permanent Schedule A 213.3105(d)(1) appointments with the OCC; or 3. CTAP Eligibles.

Duties

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As a Data Scientist, you will:

  • Apply data science approaches, systems, applications, and analytical tools including data management, statistical reporting methodologies and tools, text analytics, machine learning/artificial intelligence (AI-ML) models, data visualizations, and others to perform assignments.
  • Conduct analyses with open source (e.g., Python) and commercial products (e.g., AWS, Azure, Alteryx), identifying appropriate packages and tools.
  • Extract data from multiple sources and combine them to discover patterns, test hypotheses, and make predictions that inform operational and bank supervision decisions.
  • Use a variety of statistical programming languages and database software (such as Python, R, Javascript, Alteryx, and SQL) as well as other quantitative tools and techniques such as machine learning/artificial intelligence (AI/ML) models/tools and text analytics tools.
  • Write computer programs and code, develop dashboards, spreadsheets, reports, screens, and spatial analysis such as maps and regressions.
  • Advise and consult on the potential benefits/uses of automation to improve the efficiency of program operations.
  • Design presentations and interpret analytical outputs tailored to specific audiences that includes interactivity and narrative storytelling where appropriate and translate concepts, findings, and limitations into concise, plain language.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:

  • Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back
  • FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation
  • SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov) applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information
  • Complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
  • Complete a background investigation (unless already completed).
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
  • Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
  • Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
  • Travel occasionally to attend conferences and/or training.
  • Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
  • File an OCC Financial Disclosure Form.
  • Complete a financial disclosure review and resolve any ethics issues.
  • Click here for important information about OCC ethics standards, such as the requirement that new hires divest their bank securities.

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement:
Basic requirement:

  • 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 above, plus additional education or appropriate experience.
In addition to meeting Basic Requirement above, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the NB-IV band level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience for this position include:
  • Experience using coding languages (e.g., SQL, Python, JavaScript, R) to conduct analysis, OR
  • Experience using modeling applications to create forecasting models.
The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector, or through volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis.

To ensure any credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.

Education

This position has a positive education requirement. Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Additional information

  • This position is included in the bargaining unit.
  • Selected applicants have the option to work a full-time or part-time work schedule at the discretion of the hiring manager.
  • Salary range includes 25.04%geographical pay.
  • If you are a current OCC employee who previously received a waiver determination permitting you to retain bank securities due to extenuating circumstances, please note that this determination may be rescinded if the nature of your duties changes. We strongly suggest that you discuss the potential implications of any change in duties on a prior securities determination with your ethics official.
  • We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more positions.
  • Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information and instructions.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national. Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
  • Click "Print" to review the entire announcement before applying.
  • The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at, FairChanceAct@treasury.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package includes your resume, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination.

Rating: Your application package will be evaluated in the following areas:

  • Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Financial and Economic Analysis
  • Communicating Technical Information
Your application package will be rated and ranked among others, based on your responses to the online questions regarding your experience, education, training, performance appraisals and awards relevant to the duties of this position. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application.

If you are among the best-qualified applicants referred for consideration, you may also be required to undergo a technical assessment as part of the job-related interview process. Failure to comply with the assessment requirements will result in removal from further consideration.

Current OCC employees must have a performance rating of at least Fully Successful (i.e., Level 3) to be eligible for promotion.

Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in a selection interview.

If you are a displaced or surplus federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), you must be rated as well-qualified to receive special selection priority. "Well-qualified" means that in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective placement factor(s), if applicable, you must receive a score of 85 or higher.

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

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Agency contact information

Dekieta Bethea
Phone
202-679-1591
Email
Dekieta.Bethea@occ.treas.gov
Address
Supervision Risk and Analysis/Supervision System and Analytical Support
400 7th Street SW
Washington, DC 20219
US

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