The Postal Regulatory Commission has an exciting employment opportunity for a highly motivated person with empirical skills and interest in data visualization.

Duties

The Data Visualization Specialist PRC-3 will: Design and implement data visualizations for reports and dashboards; visualize data by applying data-driven storytelling Facilitate conversations among analysts and non-technical partners to identify relevant data to communicate Create, monitor, and periodically update data visualizations, including maps, charts, and infographics for reports and dashboards Gather feedback to continually improve data visualizations Support the development of web UX/UI Support the design, layout, and illustration of communication materials for print and digital platforms, including reports and presentations. Collaborate with developers, analysts, data scientists, researchers, policy experts, and other partners regarding dashboards and data visualization tools

Requirements

• Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or national to be eligible for this position.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Nonexempt
• e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form, this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
• Background Investigation Requirement: You must successfully pass a background investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
• Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
• Selective Service Registration: All applicants born male, on (or after) 12/31/1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System OR have an approved exemption. Visit www.SSS.gov for more info.
• This position may require you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry and annually thereafter.
• You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have the following qualifications: Proficiency using design software like Adobe Creative Cloud applications (XD or Illustrator) Excellent visual skills, including demonstrable design knowledge, such as layout, typography, color, interaction design Expertise with charting and other data visualization techniques Some experience with data journalism, understanding the GIS principles and tools. Ability to work quickly and efficiently under tight deadlines. Working knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript, and key libraries, especially D3 On-hands experience with data analysis and familiarity with statistical methods Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, Python, Tableau, SAS or other data visualization and analytical software To be eligible for consideration, your application materials must demonstrate that you have experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position described above. Typically, experience will be related to legal or regulatory work at a level similar to this position and may encompass 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.

Education

A. Bachelor's degree in Web Design, Data Science, Computer Science or another relevant field

B. At least 1 year of work experience in data visualization, programming, or data analysis or an equivalent combination of work experience and training that provided professional knowledge of data visualization techniques

OR

C. Associate degree in Web Design, Data Science, Computer Science or another relevant quantitative field

D. At least 3 years of work experience in data visualization, programming, or data analysis or an equivalent combination of work experience and training that provided professional knowledge of data visualization techniques

OR

E. At least 5 years of work experience in data visualization, programming, or data analysis or an equivalent combination of work experience and training that provided professional knowledge of data visualization techniques

Contacts

• Address Postal Regulatory Commission 901 New York Ave NW Washington, DC 20268 US
• Name: HR Office
• Email: [email protected]