Duties

The mission of the Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) is to enable the U.S. to uphold its leadership in computing, communications, and information science and engineering; promote understanding of the principles and uses of advanced computing, communications, and information systems in service to society; support advanced cyberinfrastructure that enables and accelerates discovery and innovation across all science and engineering disciplines; and contribute to universal, transparent, and affordable participation in an information-based society.
The Supervisory Data and Analytics Officer assists the CISE Assistant Director and Deputy Assistant Director in the formulation of the directorate's scientific goals and program planning through the use of raw data, data analytics, and evaluation procedures and tools. The incumbent prepares relevant analyses which provide a basis for major decisions in priority setting, directorate and program planning and internal management, and translating scientific decisions into effective budgetary and operational activities. The incumbent is current in data analytics capabilities, is cognizant of current and proposed initiatives impacting the CISE directorate and provides advice on the implications of such on the directorate's future programs, budgets, and the merit review process. Required to supervise two or more members of the data and analytics team.
The Supervisory Data and Analytics Officer is responsible for establishing and maintaining a directorate-wide data vision and strategy, as well as data governance, quality, architecture, and analytics - ensuring CISE maximizes the value of its data assets to fulfill its mission. The incumbent will:

• Work closely with the CISE management team to manage the ever-growing data assets and needs and enable CISE to harness that data to support data-driven decision making and strategy setting as well as improve operational efficiency.
• Supervise the Data and Analytics team.
• Develop and implement an effective data governance structure in CISE with a focus on strategic data asset development and utilization.
• Design a robust data architecture and leverage sound data infrastructure - enabling CISE to maximize opportunities for data analytics innovations while meeting NSF data compliance mandates in privacy and security.
• Develop a comprehensive CISE data analytic strategic plan and build capabilities to help the directorate gain insight and perspective on CISE data, and support both tactical and strategic decision making.
• Represent the directorate and Foundation with other NSF units, other appropriate agencies and organizations, the scientific community, and the public, accurately reflecting NSF policy and positions.
• Maintain familiarity with current research developments.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

This position is outside the competitive civil service.

You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

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  All applicants must submit a resume in any format and may also submit a cover letter.
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  You are strongly encouraged to upload a current performance appraisal and/or letter(s) of recommendation and a supplemental statement that describes how your background relates to the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) listed in the Qualifications and Evaluation Requirements section of this announcement. Additionally, you are encouraged to list all applicable awards either in your CV or in a supplemental statement. This information will be used in the evaluation process.
  Transcripts are not required; however, please indicate the year that each degree was obtained on your application materials. If your degree was obtained from a foreign institution, you MUST submit the certification from the Association for International Credential Evaluation Professionals, or certification equivalency.
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  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website at https://www.USAJOBS.gov. An account must be established at the OPM website following the instructions provided in order to apply for the position. Once you have completed the USAJOBS process, you will be re-directed to the USA Staffing system to complete your application process, answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. Applications submitted other than the USAJOBS online application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED under this announcement.
  

  • Your application and all supporting documents must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Applicants applying online for this position will be able to apply until 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Please allow adequate time to complete your application.
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  Agency contact information

  Staffing and Classification Branch

  Email

  erecruit@nsf.gov

  Address

  NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION, DIRECTORATE FOR COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
  2415 Eisenhower Ave
  Alexandria, VA 22314
  US

  Next steps

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Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all US citizens who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements. Please see the "Other Information" section for further information.