Supervisory Data Scientist

Protect your homeland and defend your culture. Join USCIS, America's frontline defense against illegal foreign infiltration and fraud. As a Supervisory Data Scientist, you will lead and support a team of data scientists in developing analytical models, data products, and evidence-based insights that advance mission priorities and improve operational decision-making.

Directs the activities of a team of expert staff responsible for a wide breadth of data science and analytical work.

Provides both administrative and technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the mission.

Establishes clear objectives and priorities, adjusts them as needed, and monitors progress to ensure schedules and deadlines are met.

The incumbent is responsible for the professional development and growth of subordinates, providing mentorship, technical guidance, and administrative support.

Delivers high-quality reports, analyses, forecasts, and models in support of organizational objectives.

Conditions of Employment: You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position Successfully pass a Background Investigation including financial disclosure You must pass a drug screening Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service Political appointees may require OPM approval before on-boarding USCIS applies the Telework Enhancement Act of 2010 to its telework program This position IS NOT considered "essential" for purposes of reporting to work when the facility might otherwise be closed. THIS IS NOT A LAW ENFORCEMENT (COVERED) POSITION. Residency Requirement: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. This residency requirement states that candidates must have, for three of the last five years immediately prior to applying for this position; (1) resided in the United States; OR (2) worked for the United States Government as an employee overseas in a Federal or Military capacity, OR (3) been a dependent of a U.S. Federal or Military employee serving overseas. Supervisory/Managerial Probationary Period: You may be required to serve a twelve-month probationary period upon appointment to this position. You may also be required to complete an appropriate supervisory training course within one year of assignment to this position.