BCT Partners – Data Management Specialist

About BCT

We harness the power of expertise and innovation to solve complex social problems, transform lives, and create lasting change.

BCT is a management consulting firm that tackles complex social problems through data analytics, innovative solutions and program management. We believe complex issues are best solved through collaboration. As a result, we employ a multidisciplinary approach that combines domain expertise, research, evaluation, technology, organizational development, and a passion for change.

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The Data Management Specialist supports data management, reporting, workflow tracking, and customer service functions for Head Start and Early Head Start grant recipients in partnership with the Regional Office of Head Start. This role helps ensure the accuracy, quality, and accessibility of grant‑related data used to support program oversight, grant administration, operational effectiveness, and informed decision‑making. The Data Management Specialist maintains data processes, monitors workflow systems, supports reporting and analysis efforts, resolves data‑related issues, and collaborates with stakeholders to improve data quality, streamline operations, and support positive outcomes for children and families.

• Perform data validation, cleansing, standardization, and quality assurance activities to maintain accurate and reliable datasets.
• Review, analyze, and resolve data discrepancies, inconsistencies, and duplicate records across multiple systems and repositories.
• Maintain and manage metadata, records, and documentation in compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and data governance standards.
• Support the implementation and enforcement of data management best practices, standards, and workflows.
• Utilize Excel, Smartsheet, and other data management tools to organize, track, analyze, and report on data‑related activities.
• Conduct basic SQL queries to validate data, generate reports, and support data analysis activities.
• Assist with the administration and maintenance of document management systems and electronic records repositories.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, data dictionaries, logs, and reporting materials.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, resolve data issues, and improve data management processes.
• Support records retention and compliance initiatives by ensuring proper handling, storage, and documentation of organizational records.
• Monitor data quality metrics and recommend corrective actions or process improvements where necessary.
• Ensure confidentiality, integrity, and security of sensitive information in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in audits, reviews, and data governance initiatives as required.
• Perform these and other reasonable tasks as assigned by management in support of BCT’s goals and objectives.

As no individual candidate meets every qualification, we encourage candidates who meet most of these requirements to apply!

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Library Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Relevant certifications in data management, records management, or information governance are a plus.

• 3 years of relevant post‑baccalaureate professional experience in data management, records management, metadata management, document management, or related fields.
• Experience supporting data quality assurance, data governance, or enterprise data management initiatives preferred.
• Prior experience working with large datasets and document repositories in a professional environment is highly desirable.

• Working knowledge of data governance principles, data lifecycle management, and records management standards.
• Experience performing data quality assurance, validation, cleansing, and reconciliation activities.
• Familiarity with metadata management…