Description
Highlights of the job
Senior Data Governance Analyst
Water Services – Linear Asset Operations
đź“ŤEPCOR Tower, Downtown Edmonton
đź•’Full-Time, Permanent
Are you passionate about turning data into strategic insight? EPCOR Water Services is seeking a Senior Data Governance Analyst to lead the development and implementation of a robust data governance program. This is a pivotal role that will shape how we manage, protect, and leverage data across our operations.
As the Senior Data Governance Analyst, you’ll:
Design and launch EPCOR’s data governance framework for Water Services.Align data practices with business strategy, regulatory requirements, and our enterprise data strategy.Champion a data-driven culture by establishing tools, procedures, and best practices that support long-term success.This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
What You’d Be Responsible For
Reporting to the Manager, Data Architecture, the Senior Data Governance Analyst plays a key role in shaping and advancing EPCOR Water Services’ (EWS) data governance strategy. You will lead enterprise-wide initiatives that ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance—supporting EWS’s digital transformation and future-ready goals.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Data Governance Strategy
Design and implement a scalable, enterprise-wide data governance program.Define data ownership, stewardship, and accountability frameworks.Establish best practices to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and regulatory compliance.Operationalize Governance Across EWS
Collaborate with business units to embed governance practices into daily operations.Implement tools, frameworks, and change management strategies that support adoption.Promote a data-driven culture through training, communication, and engagement with data stewards and citizen developers.Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
Build strong relationships with business, IT, legal, and compliance teams.Lead governance councils and working groups to align on policies and practices.Partner with cross-functional teams to embed governance into all data initiatives and ensure alignment with compliance, innovation, and security goals.Monitor and Improve Data Quality
Define and implement data quality standards in collaboration with the EWS Data Governance Committee.Monitor Key Quality Indicators (KQIs), conduct data profiling, and lead root cause analysis and remediation efforts.Ensure Data Integrity, Security, and Lifecycle Compliance
Implement governance frameworks that support secure, compliant data sharing and lifecycle management.Oversee data retention, archival, and disposal practices in alignment with legal, regulatory, and operational requirements.Optimize Governance Tools and Workflows
Provide technical expertise in configuring and optimizing data governance tools and workflows.Continuously improving processes to enhance efficiency and support analytics and business intelligence.Advance Governance Maturity
Define and track KPIs related to governance adoption, data quality, and Information Lifecycle Management (ILM).Drive continuous improvement through audits, feedback loops, and automation.What’s Required to Be Successful
To thrive in this role, you bring a combination of education, experience, and key behaviours that support effective data governance and management.
Education & Experience
A degree in Information Management Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Governance, or Data Management from a recognized post-secondary institution.5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or enterprise data strategy.4+ years of hands-on experience with:
Developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Defining data quality rules and managing data stewardship activities.
Leading cross-functional teams and engaging diverse stakeholders.
Working with big data and enterprise data systems.Experience in the public sector, utility sector, or municipal environments is considered an asset.Technical & Professional Skills
Deep understanding of data…
