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Data Scientist

As a Data Scientist trainee, this position supports HR data analytics, reporting, and data governance initiatives across GSA. The role assists with collecting, analyzing, and visualizing HR data to support operational and strategic decision-making. 

Location of position: This position is located within the GSA, Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM), and may be filled in Raleigh, NC or Chicago, IL. 

As a Data Scientist, you will:

Duties at the GS-7 level

  • Provide support to the Lead Data Scientist and the Chief of the Product Service Center. Facilitate entry level HR data assignments. Gather and review data and perform entry level work to ensure accuracy, quality, reliability, and readiness for analysis.
  • Assist with supporting automated and manual processes to maintain HR data pipelines, integration workflows, and data systems to ensure data accuracy and consistency. Assist higher-graded staff in developing non-complex datasets and applying standard validation procedures.
  • Gather data and participates in discussions with the Lead Data Scientist and team members, as appropriate. Supports IT teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment with organizational requirements. Create spreadsheets and performs non-complex data management activities to support understanding of data sources, limitations, and applications. 
  • Assist in creating non-complex data science solutions and products that provide actionable insights to support organizational goals. Gather information to support the development, testing, and refinement of dashboards, visualizations, and analytical tools. 
  • Collaborate with the Product Support Center team to assist in providing input in determining best practices, assist with processes, troubleshoot enhancements, and support work and related activities to ensure effectiveness in all Center processes and activities.

Duties at the GS-9 level

  • Perform HR data preparation, validation, and data management activities. Assist in querying and extracting data from HR systems using SQL or other analytical tools. Supports the cleaning, organizing, and validation of datasets to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Provide analytical support in developing data products, reports, charts, dashboards, and visualizations using analytical tools and established reporting methods. Applies statistical concepts to summarize data and identify trends or patterns. 
  • Apply statistical concepts to summarize data and identify trends or patterns in support of reporting and analytical activities. 
  • Support testing and validation of reports and dashboards to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usability of analytical products for HR programs and operations.
  • Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to support data management activities, reporting processes, and knowledge-sharing efforts related to data science activities.