Summary
This vacancy is for an Export Analyst in the Bureau of Industry and Security within the Department of Commerce.
Duties
As an Export Analyst, you will perform the following duties: Uses various high-volume data sets in combination with knowledge of querying and programming languages (i.e Structured Query Language (SQL, Python), to conduct analysis within BIS advanced data tools/platforms to build data models, data pipelines and data workflows to evaluate the impact of national security and export controls. Uses various high-volume data sets in combination with knowledge of querying and programming languages (i.e. Structured Query Language (SQL), Python) to conduct analysis within BIS advanced data tools/platforms to build data models, data pipelines and data workflows to evaluate the impact of national security and economic policy regulations with regards to a wide range of commodities and technologies under the jurisdiction of the Department of Commerce. Presents well-structured written reports, data visualizations, and oral reports on complex quantitative findings and translates them into actionable insights for policy, licensing, and enforcement missions. Represents BIS on interagency task forces, committees, and other groups or conferences relating to technical and policy issues. Applies statistical, econometric and machine learning methods to evaluate trade behavior, detect potential export control violations, forecast emerging risks, and assess the economic impact for leaders to determine policy direction, advice and guidance to the Department's operating units in developing and implementing effective trade and export policies. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Export Analyst GS-1101-12/13, Full Performance Level (FPL) GS-13 positions within the Department of Commerce in the same geographical location or local commuting area with the same qualifications and specialized experience.
Requirements
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. This position requires a TOP SECRET/SCI CLEARANCE: Any required investigations and clearances must be completed before the selectee can be placed in the position. You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use of possession of drugs. A probationary period may be required. Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/). If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. Bargaining Unit Position: No Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE form 450): Yes Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expense: will not be paid License required: No Drug Test Required: This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug testing thereafter.
Education
There is no positive education requirement for this position.
How you will be evaluated
Under the provisions of the Direct-Hire Authority (DHA), rating, ranking and veterans' preference does not apply. While veterans' preference does not apply in DHA, preference eligibles are encouraged to submit their supporting documentation (DD-214 stating disposition of discharge or character of service, VA letter, SF-15, etc.). You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., two-page resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire and the result of the USA Hire Assessment. Applicants who meet the qualification requirements, as defined in the job opportunity announcement, will be referred for selection consideration. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. The technical assessment will evaluate you on the following competencies; please do not provide a separate written response: Research and Analysis Oral Communication Compliance Technical Competence Reading Comprehension Reasoning Attention to Detail Customer Service Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume/application. If any are included, you will be deemed INELIGIBLE for consideration. Classified or government sensitive information Social Security Number (SSN) Photos of yourself Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. To preview the questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13028465