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$143,913 – $187,093
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role applies advanced data science and artificial intelligence methods to support the U.S. Postal Service's audit and investigative operations, analyzing large datasets to uncover fraud and operational risks. The position suits experienced data scientists comfortable with Python, SQL, and machine learning who can translate technical findings into insights for executive stakeholders.
Our summary, not Office of the Inspector General, USPS’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
- Databricks
- Machine Learning
- Microsoft Azure
- Natural Language Processing
- Power BI
- Predictive Analytics
- Python
- Relational Databases
- SQL
- Statistical Analysis
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- 2 years of specialized experience with SQL, Python, Power BI, or Databricks
- 1 year of specialized experience at GS-13 equivalent level organizing and analyzing large structured and unstructured datasets
- Mastery of advanced data mining and artificial intelligence principles
- Advanced experience using Python and analytics software for complex analytics and AI solutions
- Experience planning and leading complex analytical projects
- Ability to define problems, assess alternatives, and recommend solutions for complex data issues
- Extensive experience ingesting, transforming, analyzing, and visualizing large disparate datasets
- Ability to communicate complex business and technical information orally and in writing
- Current employee of USPS OIG, USPS, USPS Inspection Service, or Postal Regulatory Commission
Nice to have
- Knowledge and experience in law enforcement or audit industry
- Knowledge and experience using cloud computing platforms such as Azure
- Knowledge and experience with relational databases and SQL