DATA ANALYTICS SPECIALIST

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a DATA ANALYTICS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number T5882000 and is part of the MD USPFO, National Guard.

Duties

The purpose of this position is to serve as a Data Analytics Specialist for the USPFO. This position performs the following duties: Administers and coordinates diverse data analytics portfolio for both Army and Air National Guard projects. Sets appropriate work priorities, applies knowledge of organizational needs and deadlines, and consistently follow-up to assure receipt of required documentation. The incumbent works with array of different projects to help identify and analyze information from various sources and develops meaningful program data, information, and reports in a variety of formats for presentation to and utilization by Senior Leaders, supervisors, and colleagues. The incumbent will assist with research, design, and manage the content, design, layout, and features Analytical dashboards and various business intelligent tools. Utilizes expertise in interpreting, developing, and applying appropriate data to generate usable products that enable leaders to make informed decisions about the enterprise related to business processes, management, and efficiencies. Conducts studies, identifies trends, risks, and themes based on the data and information. Performs qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of National Guard programs (examples include Comptroller, Logistics, Real Property, Maintenance, and Human Resources). Inspects and reconciles data to ensure validity of information. Develops and maintains a myriad of reports. Confirms and validates data prior to use for reports through systems of record. Keeps supervisors and staff informed of administrative issues and developments. Responds to questions and resolves problems for staff. Provides leadership and significantly contributes to ad-hoc or regular workgroups within the data analytics management community. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements

Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section) Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a trial period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG. Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: To meet basic entry qualification requirements, experience, education, or training involving skills in applying problem solving techniques; and skills in communicating effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to plan and organize work. Competencies in analysis, research, writing, and judgment. Ability to follow established methods and procedures; use practical knowledge of the operations, procedures, and policies of specific program areas or functional assignment. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Must have experience, education, or training of finance budget competencies that provided knowledge of Data Analysis. Candidate must have an excellent understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the National Guard financial budget business program requirements. A candidate must have experiences and training that demonstrates the abilities to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies, and procedures. Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.

Education

If you are using Education to qualify for this position, you must have a completed undergraduate or graduate degree in one of, or a combination of, the following required disciplines: You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position. How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Data Analysis Other Information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)). We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 180 days of the closing date. This position MAY be eligible for recruitment or relocation incentives, pending availability of funding and management request. This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service.