Summary This position is located in the Office of Analytics and Innovation. This organization is responsible for developing, coordinating, conducting, and overseeing data analytics, statistical sampling, predictive and risk modeling, and data mining research efforts to support OIG's mission to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in USDA's programs and operations. Responsibilities Develops workload projections for the Office, recommends priorities in connection with long-range planning for OIG data analytics and research, and prepares justifications supporting team or project needs. Develops presentations and/or briefings on all aspects of the project, participates in phase, milestone, and final project reviews. Responsible for using a hybrid Kanban-Scrum collaboration framework. Oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of an updated team workflow and collaboration framework that can be implemented across OAI. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in grade: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled (e.g. 52 weeks at the GS-13 grade level for consideration for the GS-14). SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-14: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-13 level in the federal service or the private sector that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. For this position, specialized experience is defined as mastery knowledge and skill of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of agency level plans and procedures such as managerial and program operations; and to evaluate program effectiveness plans and studies. Knowledge of CRISP-DM principles and procedures which can be used to create and manage successful workflows for analytics solutions. NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements for the GS-0343 series set forth in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards by the closing date of the announcement. A copy is available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. If selected, you will be required to submit Form OGE-450 within 30 days of your initial appointment date, and annually thereafter. Selectee is subject to financial Disclosure Requirements in accordance with 5 CFR, Part 2635, Sub part E regarding business or personal transactions with applicants, borrowers, or business contacts who have or who are seeking business with this Agency. Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. If selected you will be subject to a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and a credit report. USDA OIG Statement: At the Department of Agriculture, Office of Inspector General, we are dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) and aim to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our nation. We invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds who are dedicated to public service and share our commitment to fostering a more inclusive environment. Explore our Office of Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Inclusion page to delve deeper into our commitment to DEIA at OIG. Locality rate will be determined at the time of selection. To see a complete list of locality rates, please visit Salaries & Wages (opm.gov)