DATA ANALYTICS SPECIALIST Job in Columbus, OH

Vacancy No. OH-12776116-AR-25-263-T5 Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $92,475.00 to $120,222.00 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/6/2025 Close Date 8/21/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Columbus, OH


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a DATA ANALYTICS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number T5879000 and is part of the OH USPFO, National Guard.

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for administering and coordinating a complex data analytics program across the Army and Air National Guard within the state with external recipients, ARNG units, ANG wings and Joint Forces Headquarters staff offices.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to current Ohio Army National Guard Title 5 federal employees within the USPFO Data Center.

Duties

As a DATA ANALYTICS SPECIALIST, GS-0301-12, you will perform the following duties:

1. Provides technical advice on all aspects of data analytics. Responsible for administering and coordinating a complex data analytics portfolio including Army and Air National Guard and highly technical special projects. The specialist uses knowledge of innovative business intelligence, to create prepare, design, test, validate and deploy superior quality, compelling insightful and timely delivered data visualization solutions from various sources, which are automated and sustainable. The incumbent will research, design, develop and manage the content, and features data analytic applications. Uses data analytic and business intelligent tools to develop custom workflows, other applications and to process numerous additional data analytics and management tasks. Communicates and coordinates with content managers to ensure content conforms to Section 508, DoD, DFAS Site Office standards and policy, analytical visualizations, and content best practices.

2. Utilizes expertise in interpreting, developing, and applying appropriate data to generate usable products that enable leaders to make informed decisions about the enterprise related to business processes, management, and efficiencies. Conducts studies, identifies trends, risks, and themes based on the data and information. The analyst applies scientific and statistical standards to evaluate data to develop high-priority analyses and metrics. The incumbent also supports larger workforce management initiatives by collecting and consolidating corresponding data to develop, prepare, and update comprehensive reports, charts, graphics, and presentations to illustrate findings.

3. Counsels and advises others including Federal staff, and recipients to accomplish the program goals. Identifies areas for new content based on the needs of key business stakeholders for the purpose of accelerating decision time and increasing accountability. Manage full development life cycle using necessary software for hosting and facilitating web site communications to include analysis, planning, development, test, implementation, and maintenance. Designs and maintains related key performance indicators. Gathers specifications and requirements to create, business applications, data analytical dashboards and visualization solutions to support customer needs.

4. Performs qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of National Guard programs (examples include Comptroller, Logistics, Real Property, Maintenance, and Human Resources). Applies appropriate program evaluation and measurement in order to prepare project papers and staff reports and provides briefings to JFHQ leaders, Staff personnel, unit/wing leaders, and respective program managers.

5. Provides technical guidance in the development and review of policy and procedural issuances from the Department, the agency, and Operational Directorates related to data analysis. Reviews and comments on proposed changes in rules or regulations, conducts special studies, and prepares position papers and special reports. Responds to letters, memos, phone calls, emails, etc. with recipient and Federal staff.

6. May have limited leader responsibilities. Distributes and balances workload among employees. Gives on-the-job training to lower-graded employees. May approve leave for assigned employees. Completes annual performance appraisals. Resolves simple complaints and grievances, referring the more serious ones to the supervisor. Recommends training needs for employees. Provides input to the supervisor concerning selections, promotions, reassignments, recognition of outstanding performance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

*The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description. A copy of the entire position description can be found on FASCLASS by searching the position description PD#: (T5879000). https://acpol2.army.mil/fasclass/search_fs/search_fasclass.asp

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours.
  • May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments.
  • The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle; if so, and an appropriate valid driver’s license is mandatory.
  • This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. Compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-11). Experience, education or training in program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory, staff or technical work which included study, analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

  • Data Analysis
  • Data Visualization

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

2. Most current SF-50.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12776116

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

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.


To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

Christopher Monk
Address
OH USPFO
2825 West Dublin Granville Rd
Columbus, OH 43235
US

Next steps

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12776116

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

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.


To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.