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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Data Scientist, NB-1560-V in Washington, District Of Columbia
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 Responsibilities 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 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.