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Data Scientist

Bureau of Economic Analysis · Department of Commerce

This job in plain English

This job is a Data Scientist position at the Bureau of Economic Analysis, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, in the Industry Economics Division in Suitland, Maryland. The work involves maintaining a SQL-based data system, analyzing economic statistics, and explaining findings to leaders inside and outside the agency. The agency is hiring under direct-hire authority, there are few vacancies, and telework is allowed under agency policy.

Telework eligibleFew

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Displaced federal employeesFederal employees who lost or are losing their job through a reduction in force (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL).
  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Other groups listed above may get extra consideration, for example veterans' preference.

This job is open to the public, but you must be a U.S. citizen, national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees whose job was eliminated may get priority under the career transition programs (CTAP or ICTAP).

What you would do

  • Maintain and develop a SQL-based central processing system.
  • Analyze statistical data for accuracy, quality, and consistency across divisions.
  • Communicate economic and statistical information to high-level stakeholders in writing and in person.

Do you qualify for ZP-3?

With experience: For this level (Band 3, GS-11), you need one year of experience at a level equal to Band 2 (GS-9) in federal service. The work must include at least two of these tools: SQL, SAS, Stata, R, Python, Tableau, or Power BI, such as analyzing economic statistics, creating data reports, or writing and debugging code.

With education: A degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, or a closely related major at the bachelor's level or higher. Courses equal to 30 semester hours in such a major, plus more education or experience, can also qualify. Three years of graduate study leading to a Ph.D. or doctoral degree can also qualify.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume of no more than two pages showing job titles, dates (mm/yy), and hours worked per week
  • Unofficial transcript or list of courses if you use education to qualify, showing accredited school, grades, dates, and credit hours
  • DD-214 or VA letter if you claim veterans' preference (preference does not apply in this hiring, but documents are encouraged)
  • CTAP or ICTAP documents if you apply under those programs
  • Foreign education equivalency evaluation with course-by-course listing, if your degree is from a foreign school

How you will be rated: Your resume and documents will be checked to see if you meet the minimum qualifications. Under direct-hire authority, applicants who meet the minimum are referred without rating, ranking, or veterans' preference points. You must also complete an online USA Hire assessment, and overstating qualifications or cheating can get you removed.

Tips for this job:

  • Make sure your resume is two pages or less and lists hours worked per week for each job, or it may be marked incomplete.
  • Complete the USA Hire assessment within 48 hours of the closing date, 11/12/2026, or it may count against you.
  • If you use a degree or courses to qualify, attach an unofficial transcript or course list showing accredited schools and credit hours.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Must be suitable for federal employment
  • Selective Service registration if applicable
  • One-year probationary period may be required
  • Background check and suitability investigation after a tentative job offer
  • Must meet all qualifications by the closing date

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$85,447 – $133,142 per year
Pay scale and grade
ZP-3 · Commerce pay band
Location
Suitland, Maryland
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
Few
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Data Science Series (1560)
Announcement
27-BEA-13101182-DHA-JW

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