Data Governance Manager

Overview

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• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs 
• Family-focused benefits  
• Wellness incentives 
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs  
• And more  

Remote position, however candidates must reside in one of the following states:  Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin.

*Will require occasional in person visits*

Description

As part of the Office of the Chief Data and Analytics Officer, the Data Governance Manager is an individual contributor role tasked with administering an Emory-wide data governance program in consultation with existing governance bodies. The data governance program includes, but is not limited to, Emory administrative data, such as financial, human resources, patient, student, IT, faculty, research, and advancement data. The Data Governance Manager works to bring people across Emory together around the shared purpose of leveraging data to achieve Emory's mission. Reporting to our Corp Director of Data & AI Governance, the Data Governance Manager collaborates with senior administration and staff to set data priorities, facilitate consensus across departments, schools, and units on data definitions and use, and ensure that stakeholders understand and access data appropriately. This role includes but is not limited to coordination of stewardship committees, curating content requests, drafting data related policies/guidelines/procedures, and ownership of Microsoft Purview data governance tool. The ideal candidate will have performed in a similar capacity for another healthcare organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Oversight and Leadership:

• Tailors the data governance program to local needs while supporting organization-wide structures, policies, and processes.
• Oversees Emory's data governance program to ensure the integrity and usefulness of data assets by promoting consistent definition, documentation, and appropriate use.
• Manages and directs the development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of data governance initiatives. - Provides data governance training and support to Data Trustees, Data Stewards, Data Custodians, and Users.

Collaboration and Stewardship:

• Facilitates and coordinates data stewardship committees and working groups to establish consensus on enterprise data definitions, data quality standards, and appropriate usage.
• Collaborates with Data Trustees, Stewards, and Custodians across departments, schools, and units to identify critical data domains, resolve data quality issues, and assign ongoing stewardship responsibilities.
• Partners with business and IT stakeholders to ensure governance practices seamlessly integrate with data architecture, security policies, and broader institutional objectives.

Policy and Representation:

• Acts as the subject matter expert regarding data governance policies and compliance.
• Formulates and proposes policies to governance bodies; produces documentation, instructions, usage agreements, and other guidance materials.
• Represents Emory's data governance program to internal and external stakeholders, including schools, administrative units, peer institutions, and professional organizations.

Monitoring and Innovation:

• Monitors industry trends and recommends strategic directions to Emory leadership.
• Continuously evaluates data governance practices to enhance effectiveness and alignment with institutional goals.

*While this position is remote in nature, please note will require occasional on site data governance committee meetings*

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education - Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Analytics, or related field.
• Experience - Four years of systems support, data governance, or related experience OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities (required):
  • Demonstrated knowledge of data governance concepts, techniques, and applications. 
  • Familiarity with data architecture, business intelligence, and analytics.
  • Knowledge of DAMA data management principles.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across organizational units.
  • Strong facilitation and diplomatic communication skills.
  • Ability to cultivate business partnerships across a decentralized institution.
  • Adaptability to different stakeholder needs and culture 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Master's degree in Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
• Experience working in healthcare, higher education, or academic medical centers.
• Experience with enterprise data management and data governance in a decentralized environment.
• Microsoft Purview governance tool.
• Metadata management, master data governance (MDG).

    

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.