What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Governance Program Manager position at Dupaco Credit Union?
Description
Are you looking to be part of a leading organization committed to excellence and innovation in data and analytics? Then you've found what you're looking for! As a Data Governance Program Manager at Dupaco, you will be responsible for establishing, leading, and continuously improving the data governance program for the enterprise. Driving a data driven culture within the business, developing and implementing policies and procedures for the management of data, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, and protecting sensitive data including member data. You will ensure that data is managed as a strategic asset by developing policies, standards, and processes that drive data quality, compliance, and protection while enabling the organization’s strategic objectives.
What You'll Do :
Collaborate with Leadership, including the SVP of Enterprise Data & Strategic Analytics and the Data & Analytics Steering Committee to align the data governance program with organizational goals.
Develop, monitor, and enforce data governance policies, procedures, and quality standards. Establish and track data quality metrics for continuous improvement.
Oversee the adoption of data governance tools (e.g., data catalog, data profiling, data quality). Create processes and train staff.
Bridge gaps between technical and business units, promoting data governance best practices and ensuring effective communication.
Partner with IT, Security, and Risk Management teams to ensure compliance and protect sensitive data.
Monitor compliance with data governance policies and standards, reporting performance and risk metrics to executive stakeholders.
Drive change management and communication efforts for data governance initiatives across the enterprise.
Establish and manage data domains and sub-domains, helping leaders assign proper data roles including trustees, owners, and stewards.
Create a cross-matrixed data stewardship community of practice to upskill and align business and technical data stewards.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive data catalog, including data lineage, flow mapping, and critical data elements. Implement classification and sensitivity frameworks.
Define KPIs and controls to support data quality, compliance, and data-driven decision-making.
Enhance data literacy through targeted training programs, certifications, and awareness campaigns.
Additional Duties : Perform other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need :
Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business Administration or equivalent experience.
2 years of experience in data governance, data management, or related fields.
Strong understanding of data governance principles and practices, including data quality, data security, and data privacy.
Ability to develop and implement data governance policies, procedures, data quality metrics, and monitoring processes.
Experience in leading the implementation of data governance tools, such as Alation data catalog, Qlik Talend Cloud Enterprise suite, or, Microsoft Azure, a plus.
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to influence and collaborate across business units and teams.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex data governance concepts to a wide range of audiences.
Experience working with regulatory requirements for data management and governance, such as Gramm-Leach-Biley Act (GLBA), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are a plus.
Relevant certifications, such as : Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Data Governance. Professional (CDGP), or Data Governance and Stewardship Professional (DGSP), are a plus.
Experience in the financial industry or credit unions is preferred.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
- Presentation Skills : Intermediate
Behaviors
Preferred
Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
Thought Provoking : Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
Motivations
Preferred
Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help
Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Education
Preferred
Bachelors or better in Information Technology
Bachelors or better in Business Administration
Bachelors or better in Computer Science
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
