Supervisory Computer Scientist (Data Scientist)

Date Posted: 7/18/2024 11:03:58 AMLocation: Atlanta, GeorgiaDepartment: Department of Health and Human ServicesAgency: Centers for Disease Control and PreventionMajor DutiesServe as a Branch Chief, providing supervisory, managerial, and data science oversight to staff.Develop and recommend policies for program execution and assess the effectiveness of current programs.Supervise a team of health scientists, epidemiologists, and technical staff, utilizing team leaders to oversee work.Provide leadership to encourage scientific and administrative direction of research programs.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver IT services for environmental public health.Lead the development of program policies, objectives, and strategies.Provide technical advice on public health information systems and serve as an expert in emerging IT tools.Prepare comprehensive reports on data science methodologies for public health surveillance.Conduct strategic planning and systems needs assessments to improve data standards and interoperability.Collaborate with various organizations to develop standards and tools for secure public health data collection.Qualifications RequiredAll qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in computer science or a Bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science, including differential and integral calculus.Minimum Qualifications:To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-14 grade level, including planning, managing, and evaluating information systems for public health programs.RequirementsUS Citizenship required.May be subject to a Background/Security Investigation.Direct deposit is required.One-year probationary period may be required.This position may be subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.Applicants should describe any previous experience or responsibilities related to supervisory requirements.Drug-Free Federal Workplace: This position may require a Drug Test.How to ApplyTo apply for this position, complete the online application and submit the required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, 07/26/2024.BenefitsTelework: This position is eligible for telework options and flexible work scheduling.Contact InformationCDC HELPDESK1600 Clifton Road NEAtlanta, GA 30333Telephone: (770) 488-1725Email: HRCS@CDC.GOV#J-18808-Ljbffr