Data Scientist (Wildland Fire Data Management Specialist) - Direct Hire Authorit

Data Scientist (Wildland Fire Data Management Specialist) - Direct Hire Authority at National Park Service in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Summary This position is located with the National Park Service, Division of Fire and Aviation Management, located at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), in Boise, Idaho. Information about the Boise area can be found at Term position will be for a period not-to-exceed 2-years. This position may be extended without further competition; however, it may not exceed a total of ten (10) years. Responsibilities Advise a team responsible for conducting historical/predictive analyses, developing metrics, and integrating products and work activities that impact objectives of the wildland fire program management decision making, modeling, and IT solutions Technical advisor providing expertise to the OWF Data Management Program staff, DOI, USFS and partner agencies on the use of national data and automated systems to achieve wildland fire management goals Planning, design, development and application of data and statistical models and methodologies for analyzing components of the IT solutions, models, and decision-making resources using advanced technologies involving large data sets Coordinate and work with data managers within DOI, USFS, and other federal and non-federal agencies to develop and implement national data management policy, guidance, and procedures to be utilized for the Wildland Fire management program Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Basic Education Requirements: Data Science Series 1560 Basic Qualifications 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. Specialized Experience: In order to be rated as minimally qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the minimum qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. Failure to provide required information on resume could result in ineligibility for consideration. For GS-13: In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Participating in research and statistical analysis on available data and evaluate the effectiveness of statistical programs/applications Modifying instructions, methodologies, and/or guidelines as necessary to achieve program objectives Developing program material and documentation Developing or presenting training to internal or external audiences on data science topics Participating in the analysis of management information requirements to develop program or administrative reporting systems including the systems specifications, data gatherings and analytical techniques, and system evacuation methodology, performing queries using various types of database and analytical tools 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 directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. There is no substitution of education for specialize experience at the GS-12 and above grade levels. Education Additional Information DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program(ICTAP): CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. Information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility is available from OPM's Career Transition Resources website at CTAP or ICTAP. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration or that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) This vacancy is within your CTAP/ICTAP eligibility; 2) You apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) You are found well qualified for this vacancy. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form. CTAP and ICTAP eligibles will be considered well qualified if they fall within the Well or Best Qualified categories on the rating criteria used for this position. Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. NPS may use certain incentives, currently offered by the Federal government, to attract high quality applicants. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account