Summary The position description number for this position is PD02F179. A summary of the major duties are listed below. You may also view the full position description on the Agency intranet at the following link: PD Search
At the full performance level, provides high-level technical expertise to accomplish analysis and wrangling of data, development of methodological approaches, study design, and advanced written, verbal, and visual communications of study / analysis output. Duties Translates the results of analysis into clear, actionable communications that equip SSA decision makers to make informed, data-driven decisions about digital product development and scientific strategy. | [cont'd] Research and designs presentations and interpretations of analytical outputs tailored to specific audiences, including the use of interactivity and narrative storytelling where appropriate. | [cont'd] Collaborates with teammates, customers, and stakeholders in a reproducible and organized manner. | Develops, integrates, and maintains data and extract transform and load (ETL) procedures to ensure the integrity and efficiency of data interchanges. | [cont'd] Develops forensically sound, auditable, flexible, repeatable, and scalable ETL capabilities through data engineering best practices on a variety of structure, unstructured, and metadata. | [cont'd] Performs testing as necessary for workflows for routing and data transformation. Performs data mapping and validation between existing, modified, and future applications to ensure efficient | [cont'd] and effective electronic translation of data between systems, ensuring that OAI divisions are provided with the data necessary to carry out the OAI's mission of providing timely and accurate services to stakeholders. | Develops and implements advanced systems for the Agency data management program. These systems are being designed, or redesigned, to utilize new technology such as Enterprise Data Catalogs. | [cont'd] Creates and maintains the preparation and maintenance of procedures for the agencyâs metadata systems. Develops database system proposals and coordinates the efforts necessary | [cont'd] to translate business requirements into effective IT data system solutions. Develops, codes, tests, and maintains database programs.
Qualifications
Resumes exceeding two pages in length will not be considered. Visit the 'Required Documents' section below for more information.
Your SSA-45/resume must provide sufficient experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and proficiency of any required competencies to perform the specific position for which you are applying. Your SSA-45/resume is the key means we have for evaluating your experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as they relate to this position. Your resume and supporting documents must specifically address the evaluation criteria for the position. Describe duties you perform (not just knowledge, skills and abilities) as they relate to the specialized experience required for this position. Be clear, accurate and specific when describing your experience, e.g., list all positions separately, include full start and stop dates for each position, your component and grade, and a comprehensive description the relevant duties you performed in each position.
This information is instrumental in determining the highest quality candidates to be referred to the Selecting Official. Please submit a thorough SSA-45/resume that directly relates to this position. If your application materials do not demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, experience needed for this position, your application will be ineligible for consideration.
For GS-13: Applicants must have specialized experience at the GS-12 level, or equivalent. This experience must demonstrate proficiency in the following:
- Data Analysis and Visualization: Performing hands-on data analysis, modeling, and visualization using Python and/or R, or demonstrating a commitment to developing and advancing these skills, in alignment with the competency of Data Management.
• SQL and Database Management: Applying advanced proficiency in SQL for data extraction, transformation, and management of databases within enterprise environments, consistent with the competencies of Systems Administration and Data Management.
- Statistical and Machine Learning Techniques:Utilizing statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and data wrangling techniques to solve business problems, demonstrating competency in Information Systems and Problem Solving.
• Technical Communication:Clearly and effectively communicating technical concepts in both written and verbal formats to technical and non-technical stakeholders, reflecting the competencies of Oral Communication and Customer Service.
The specialized experience is REQUIRED and must be explicitly documented/described in your resume, or you will be disqualified from further consideration.
NOTE: You cannot be credited for experience unless you clearly show your grade level at the time the experience was gained, as well as the dates you were at that grade level. If you combine career-ladder experience into a single description of duties, you may be eliminated from consideration based on failure to clearly document the required experience at the required grade level for the required period of time.
YOUR RESUME OR SSA-45 MUST INCLUDE YOUR OFFICIAL DUTY STATION AND YOUR ORGANIZATION (I.E., CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER) OR YOU MAY BE FOUND INELIGIBLE.
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks at GS-12.
Time in grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.How you will be evaluated
Applicants will be rated based on the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Skillin developing, deploying, and optimizing advanced analytics, AI, and data solutions using modern programming languages and platforms.
- Knowledge of database management, software development methodologies, statistical methods, and scalable data architectures to support complex business needs.
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders, uphold best practices, communicate technical concepts, and document solutions effectively.
Applicants will be assessed using the rating criteria listed in the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13101136 How to apply Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience is subject to verification by the selecting official. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
Notice Concerning Materially False, Fictitious, or Fraudulent Statements
Anything you claim in the occupational questionnaire or in your SSA-45 may be subject to verification. By completing the electronic application process, you are certifying that any statements you make are true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief and are made in good faith. Materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or representations are subject to disciplinary action.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- SSA-45
- The Occupational Questionnaire: Click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account and follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Additional Required Documents, if applicable (See Required Documents section).
The complete Application Package must be submitted before 11:59 p.m. (EST) on 11/04/2026. Failure to upload any required documents will disqualify your application from consideration.
If you use assistive software or an adaptive device, or you are experiencing some other type of technical difficulty and/or otherwise require assistance with the application process, please contact Tasia Hudson at Tasia.Hudson@ssa.gov.
Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities may use the listed email or 7-1-1 for TTY-based Telecommunications Relay Services to call the listed phone number. Additional Telecommunications Relay Services options are available in each state: https://www.fcc.gov/general/trs-state-and-territories
APPLYING FROM A PERSONAL COMPUTER OUTSIDE OF WORK
SSA employees may access Internal Vacancies On-Line (IVOL) postings and apply for vacancies from locations outside of SSA (e.g., from home, public computer, etc.). Please use the following link: https://www.ssa.gov/careers/ivol. Be sure to forward the link and other application materials (such as the SSA-45) to an email source accessible from outside of SSA (e.g., your personal computer, etc.).
Due to our security procedures, our office will not accept any applications submitted via email, standard mail, or facsimile sent directly to the Servicing Personnel Office. Applicants are required to file through the online application process. The email address is listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account. Other information
NONCOMPETITIVE CONSIDERATION DUE TO SPECIAL HIRING AUTHORITY
Applications for noncompetitive consideration will be accepted from SSA employees in the area of consideration who are currently serving under the following types of appointments: Schedule A, Reg. 213.3102 (U) appointments for individuals with disabilities; and time limited appointments for veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Applicants serving under these provisions do not need to submit copies of your disability or Veteran's documentation. However, you must submit a current SF-50 that provides information on the appointment authority under which you were hired. Otherwise, you will not receive non-competitive consideration.
NOTE: Excepted service employees serving under Schedule A appointments for Attorney positions or Pathways Programs appointments (Presidential Management Fellows, Recent Graduates, and Interns) are not eligible for consideration.
This is a non-bargaining unit position to be filled under the provisions of the Management Officials Promotion Plan. The best-qualified list for this vacancy may be used to fill the same or similar positions in a component(s) under the same Deputy Commissioner. Additional selections may be made within 6 months of the date the best qualified list is issued.
LOCALITY PAY: Salary will be set in accordance with locality pay provisions. Candidates currently receiving a higher locality pay than the office applied for are advised that should they be selected, they will lose entitlement to the higher locality pay.
OTHER NOTES:
Applicants currently assigned to other geographic locations may be approved to remain in their current official duty station.
This position is not eligible for telework
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
This is a moderate-risk public trust position. The selected employee will be required to complete a Standard Form 85P, Questionnaire for Public Trust Positions, in order to have the appropriate investigation conducted, unless the employee has been previously certified eligible to occupy a position at this level.