Director Data Services - Data Governance

Company :

enGen

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This job is responsible for developing the strategy, planning and delivery of all aspects related to data governance, data warehousing, data management and related efforts for the organization. Directs the coordination of involvement of all business area Subject Manager Experts (SMEs) and other staff members. Promotes the proliferation of a data driven organization in end-user processes and the integration of applications;

as well as the promotion of enterprise-wide thinking among business and technical areas. Responsible for defining, documenting, and making available data sources of truth throughout the enterprise. Participation in project management and budgeting to assure data related projects are included in the organizational roadmap and produce tangible results. Champions the use of data as an asset across the enterprise. Improvement and maturity of data sources to move through the life cycle of data, information, and knowledge.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform management responsibilities including, but not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity. Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develops and implements policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.

• Assure all related projects or initiatives are delivered on time, within the specified budget and in accordance with the agreed upon scope.

• Define, build, and maintain a data warehouse/big data platform and associated data stores that maintain an enterprise focus and meet the needs of its varied stakeholders.

• Ensure that decisions are made reflecting that position and carefully managing on the part of the incumbent to satisfactorily resolve situations with competing priorities or different perceptions, particularly among senior management.

• Communicate and act as the ambassador for data management and data governance within the organization, which includes upward and downward communication of the outcomes produced through the efforts of the team and driving the organization to a data-driven operating approach.

• Accountable for service level agreements and expectations with end-users and external stakeholders.

• Ensure that the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW)/Big Data platforms meets the needs of its customers.

• Deliver/manage/monitor all data extracts, both to internal and external constituents.

• Other duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION

Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Science or other related area, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree

Preferred

• Master's Degree Business, Information Science or other related area

EXPERIENCE

Minimum

• 10 years of information technology experience functioning in a data warehouse environment to include at least 5 years’ performing in a managerial capacity

• 3 years of healthcare related experience

• Experience developing strategic plans and/or product road maps and communicating technical concepts to varying audiences

• Experience acting as liaison between business and technical teams, translating business terms to technical needs

Preferred

• None

SKILLS

• Analytical and problem solving skills

• Project management experience with multiple major development projects, demonstrating leadership skills and a track record of managing technical/business staff, financial resources and outside vendors

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

Ability to lead process improvement initiatives

• Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs

• Ability to establish and maintain high level of customer trust and confidence

• Demonstrated abilities in relationship management

• Strong communication skills

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• None

Preferred

• PMP

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

0 - 25%

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT (other than English)

None

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office-Based

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