Data Scientist III

Data Scientist III

ROLE

We need an experienced Sr. Data Scientist at the Department of Justice Management Division (JMD). The Justice Management Division''s Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) supports the execution of DOJ component missions and improves efficiency and effectiveness of DOJ processes through world-class use of information technology. In this role, you will develop and maintain Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) pipelines integrating data from DOJ and interagency partner systems; conduct network analysis and build predictive models to support Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) investigative targeting and operational planning; produce performance reports and data visualizations for DOJ leadership, Congress, and partner agencies; and lead data quality audits, dashboard development, and system improvement initiatives. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today!                                                                                  

RESPONSIBILITIES

·  Acquire, clean, and merge data from DOJ MIS, FBI, DEA, HSI, ATF, IRS-CI, USAO, and other partner systems

·  Develop and maintain ETL pipelines for regular ingestion and transformation of interagency datasets

·  Maintain data dictionaries and ensure compliance with DOJ data standards

·  Conduct network analysis to identify high-value targets, facilitators, and financial flows within criminal enterprises

·  Build predictive models for investigative prioritization, case success probability, and data-based decision making

·  Develop consolidated HSTF performance reports with data visualizations, trend analysis, and anomaly identification for leadership review

·  Provide quarterly performance reports and ad-hoc statistical summaries to DOJ leadership, Congress, and partner agencies

·  Develop new metrics for impact assessment and return-on-investment analysis

·  Investigate alternative dashboard technologies and migrate existing Tableau dashboards if directed

·  Conduct quarterly MIS data quality audits and develop audit dashboards with remediation recommendations

·  Document schema, business rules, and transformation logic for transparency

·  Identify and propose system improvements, automation opportunities, and workflow optimizations

·  Support operational briefings with analytical products

·  Support transition in and transition out activities as directed

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REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

·  Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, statistics, or a related field - required

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS

·  10+ years in applied data science or analytics roles

·   Proficiency in Excel, Python, R, and Tableau (or equivalent)

·   Experience with law enforcement or large statistical datasets

LOCATION

·   Washington, DC

CLEARANCE

·   U.S. Citizenship required; must be able to pass a Department of Justice background investigation (NACI)

·   Active Secret/Top Secret clearance – required

CLIENT

·  U.S. Department of Justice, Justice Management Division

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TRAVEL

·  No travel required

WORK HOURS

·   40 hours per week

·   8 hours per working day

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

·   Employment Classification Eligibility — W2  

COMPENSATION

·   Salary range: $165,000 – $185,000

·   Benefits: Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options