Data Governance Analyst

Job TitleData Governance Analyst Agency Tarleton State University Department Institutional Data and Analytics Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationStephenville, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description The Data Governance Analyst, will be under the general supervision of the Assistant Vice President of Institutional Data and Analytics. This role will develop data governance processes and standards enterprise-wide and plays a pivotal role in facilitating a university-wide Data Governance Council comprised of domain-specific data stewards from across Tarleton business units. The Data Governance Analyst will train data stewards and act as a governance ambassador to answer questions and provide support to campus. They will additionally lead coordination and training for the analytics user community within Tarleton. The Institutional Data and Analytics office is located at the Stephenville Campus. Work hours are Monday – Friday; 8 AM – 5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Manages Data Governance Council and project teams on implementation, coordination, and delegation of cross-project initiatives. Owns and is comfortable with data governance practices and data governance and management systems. Develops and delivers training for data stewards and the Analytics community of practice. Acts as a data governance ambassador to campus, specifically through answering questions, troubleshooting issues campus wide, and championing new processes and tools for faculty, staff, and administrators. Communicates issues/problems back to Data Governance Council and ACE to help solve systemic data problems. Interfaces with the Transformation Realization Office to prioritize analytics projects. Supports in the planning and execution of strategic projects as assigned ensuring that scope, schedule, and objectives are met. Supports the AVP in facilitating Data Governance by developing data processes and standards. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three years of related experience in data collection analysis. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Experience multitasking and working cooperatively with others. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in business administration or related field. Previous experience with data governance and data quality assurance work. Additional related experience in building & implementing policies, standards, procedures, and internal controls. Demonstrated stakeholder management skills. Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Attention to detail and use of sound judgment. Exceptional leadership, time management, facilitation, and organizational skills. Outstanding working knowledge of change management principles. Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Registration, Certification, or Licensure N/A Supervision Received/Given This is supervised position. Salary Commensurate with experience The target base annual salary is $44,212 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees: Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development: Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit! Doctoral Educational Assistance – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details! Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning Fully covered employee health insurance Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days. Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement and Insurance programs Paid Leave Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area! Paid sick leave Holiday pay Vacation Longevity pay Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday! Other Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events! Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium. Employee Wellness Release Time Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation and other Tarleton Discounts Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Application Procedure: During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action. Employment applications must include: Completed online application Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications Curriculum Vitae or Resume At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference. Strategic Planning for the Next Decade - Tarleton Forward 2030 All links will open to a new tab Employee Services Benefits University Leadership Research and Economic Development Traditions and History Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu.

Salary : $44,212