Summary

The United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) is headquartered in Alexandria, VA. The mission of the USPTO is to promote innovation and competitiveness by providing quality and timely examination and issuance of patent and trademark applications, guiding domestic and international intellectual property policy, and delivering intellectual property information and education worldwide.

This job is open to

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Special authorities

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path.

Clarification from the agency

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL), Federal employees - Competitive service, Individuals with disabilities, Military spouses, Veterans; Applications will be accepted from current Federal employees serving on career or career-conditional appointment in the Competitive Service, former Federal employees with reinstatement eligibility, persons eligible under special hiring authorities including Schedule A and VEOA, and CTAP/ICTAP eligible candidates in the local commuting area.

Duties

Are you ready to shape the future innovation in America? The Office of the Commissioner for Patents is seeking a visionary data and analytics executive to serve as the agency's foremost expert in advanced modeling, digital analytics, and data-driven decision making. In this high-impact role, you will drive enterprise-wide analytics strategy, including probability modeling, advanced programming, data mining, and dynamic visualization to empower the Patents Organization with the insight needed to deliver world-class service.

Specifically, the incumbent will perform the following functions:

Utilize a wide array of scientific approaches, processes, and techniques to develop agency metrics.
Utilize collation, evaluation, interpretation and presentation to communicate quantitative data.
Monitor data collection and the use of mathematical and statistical modelling, as well as the presentation of findings and recommendations to provide strategic advice in the use of the results.
Represent the Commissioner for Patent and Deputy Commissioners at times and communicate findings orally and in writing with innovative data visualization to the Under Secretary and Director of the USPTO.
Develop case studies when necessary, identifying training needs and overall efficiency and effectiveness gains for the agency.
Proactively develop and maintain stakeholders and consultative relations with key business stakeholders identifying and addressing data analytics needs, aligning data strategy with identifying potential initiatives that will drive the business unit strategic plan.

If this excites you, please apply!

Requirements

Conditions of employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov)
If this is your first federal appointment, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. Current federal service employees may be given a new appointment, and a new probationary period may be required.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) will be required upon appointment.
This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position.
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Refer to "Additional Information".

Qualifications

To meet the minimum requirements for a Senior Level position, candidates must be a recognized subject matter expert with directly related experience. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at the GS-15 or equivalent level in the federal service or its equivalent in the private sector. Candidates must demonstrate their experience meets the Professional Technical Qualifications for this position in their two-page resume and this experience must have been at a sufficiently high level of difficulty to clearly show the candidate possesses the required subject matter expertise and technical qualifications set forth below.

Examples of relevant qualifications include:

Comprehensive knowledge of patent rules and regulations as well as an appreciable breadth of knowledge in scientific and technological fields.
Mastery of statistical methods, probability laws, forecasting techniques, and quantitative modeling.
Ability to lead advanced data mining, data engineering, and analytics of modernization efforts.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to interpret technical, legal, and scientific material relevant to patent examination and appeals.
Technically oriented and personally proactive with extreme attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively on independent projects as well as within team environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.

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, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

To be considered, the resume must not exceed two pages. Written narratives for the Professional Technical Qualifications are not required. Candidates must demonstrate their experience meets the Professional Technical Qualifications for this position in their two-page resume.

Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs): All candidates must show evidence in their resume of the following mandatory technical competencies to meet basic qualifications for this position. Written narratives for the Professional Technical Qualifications are not required.

PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PTQS):

Knowledge of and skill in applying advanced statistical, quantitative, and data analysis methodologies to large or complex datasets, and translate analytical results into actionable recommendations or solutions for complex technical or organizational problems.
Knowledge of patent law, patent practices, and procedures, with appreciable breadth of scientific technical, and business acumen with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical or analytical information - both orally and in writing to diverse technical and non-technical audiences.

There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Education

Strongly preferred education level is a bachelor's degree or higher with a focus in scientific, or other technical related field.

Additional information

Relocation expenses are not authorized and will not be paid.

USPTO Job Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should request accommodation(s) from the USPTO at http://www.uspto.gov/accommodation.

If you receive a tentative offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration of Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm

Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to

Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx)

The USPTO participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please visit the Department of Homeland Security Website. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.

OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) listed above. PTQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

Required Documents

A complete application includes 1. A two-page resume 2. Vacancy Questionnaire Responses and 3. Submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).

1. Resume: All applicants are required to submit a two-page resume (NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES). To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your resume. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume should clearly state your experience related to this position as described in the Duties section and Qualifications section.

2. Vacancy Questions/Assessment Questionnaire Responses: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy.

3. Education Document: For positions with an education requirement, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected and not already on file. See "Education" for more details.

4. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50): Please submit a current SF-50 if you are a current or former Federal Employee. Your status eligibility and highest permanent grade/step/salary held in the Federal service will be validated with a copy of your most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action".

5. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) documents: Applicants will be asked to submit: (1) A copy of your specific RIF notice, written notice of your expected separation or other documents of priority consideration status; (2) A copy of your latest SF-50 noting current position, grade, and duty location; (3) A copy of your last performance appraisal and the rating; and (4) Any documents from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.

6. Special Hiring Authorities Documentation (Required, if applicable): If you are applying under a special hiring authority, submit a copy of proof of your eligibility.

7. Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA): If you are applying under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act {VEOA), you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 {Member 4 copy), or other official documentation from a branch of the Armed Forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs showing dates of service and type of discharge. For more information, please visit Feds Hire Vets.

8. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation.

How to Apply

The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

Agency contact information

Michelle Crawley

Email: michelle.crawley@uspto.gov

Address: EXRD - Patents Branch
Office of Human Resources
Mail Stop 171
P.O. Box 1450
Alexandria, VA 22313-1450
US

Next steps

You will receive a notice generated by the USAJobs system when you have successfully submitted your application.

You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://usajobs.gov/ and clicking on "Track Your Online Application." The four points of notification are:

1. Application Received or Application Incomplete; and2. Minimum Qualification Requirement Met or Minimum Qualification Requirement Not Met; and3. Eligible (Application Referred to the Selecting Official) or Eligible (Application Not Referred to the Selecting Official); and4. Selected or Not Selected.

After all application packages have been received, we will review your application and transcript(s) (if you are qualifying based on education) to ensure you meet the basic requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic requirements on the information provided and you may be contacted for follow-up supplemental documentation. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide any supplemental documents or information requested by the Office of Human Resources within the allocated timeframes.

Applicants may continue to update their application package between each cut-off period. Applicants not selected at one cut-off period will continue to be considered for the position at each subsequent cut-off until the close of the vacancy announcement.

You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans' preference, disability, etc.) You can check the status of your application by logging into USAJOBS. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application has changed by logging into your USAJobs Account, editing your profile and changing the "Notification Settings" to indicate that you want to be notified by email when the status changes. Information regarding the status of your application should be updated in the system within 2 weeks after the closing date of this job announcement.

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