Program Management Director

We are looking for a Program Management Director to support our client based in Tallahassee, Florida.

US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY.  

This is an on-site position. Candidates must be located in or near Tallahassee, Florida or willing to relocate.  

*No third parties and no sponsorship*

Who we are

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in beautiful Miami, FL, TECKpert is a tech consulting and staff augmentation firm.  At TECKpert, we offer a contingent workforce built for any size digital transformation project. Experts in design, development, IT, analytics and marketing, provide innovative digital solutions to achieve success in our new economy. Our leaders identify the technical talent best suited to bolster our client’s capabilities, across all industries, including, healthcare, government, finance, legal, real estate, and startups.

The project

TECKpert seeks to hire a Program Management Director to support our client, a government agency based in Tallahassee, FL. In this role, the Director of Program Management will lead the implementation of Data & Analytics (D&A) strategy for the Department, ensuring alignment with mission and strategic objectives while driving innovation, efficiency, and effectiveness in D&A utilization. The Director will establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures to safeguard the integrity, quality, privacy, and security of data assets, in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Overseeing the design, development, and optimization of scalable data architectures and infrastructure will be essential to support the collection, storage, integration, and analysis of data assets from diverse sources. Additionally, the Director will lead the development and deployment of advanced analytics and data science capabilities to derive actionable insights, facilitating informed decision-making processes and enabling continuous improvement in environmental conservation and restoration efforts. They will champion the data literacy program, advocating for training among stakeholders and leading training sessions as needed, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to understand data needs, prioritize initiatives, and promote data-driven decision-making throughout the organization. Leading a high-performing D&A team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence, and providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members will be essential. 

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Data Strategy and Leadership: Revitalize and implement a comprehensive D&A strategy that aligns with the department's mission and strategic objectives, driving innovation, efficiency, and effectiveness in D&A utilization.
• Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures to ensure the integrity, quality, privacy, and security of data assets, in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Data Architecture and Infrastructure: Oversee the design, development, and optimization of scalable data architectures and infrastructure to support the collection, storage, integration, and analysis of data assets from diverse sources.
• Data Analytics and Insights: Lead the development and deployment of advanced analytics and data science capabilities to derive actionable insights from data assets, informing decision- making processes and enabling continuous improvement in environmental conservation and restoration efforts.
• Data Literacy: Own the data literacy program by advocating for training among stakeholders, choosing and developing relevant curricula for the various data roles in the agency, and leading training sessions as needed.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, program managers, scientists, policymakers, and external partners, to understand data needs, prioritize initiatives, and promote data-driven decision-making throughout the organization.
• Talent Development, Skills, and Career Development: Lead a high-performing D&A team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in D&A, and providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Technology Evaluation and Innovation: Coordinate with Data Architect on evaluating emerging technologies, tools, and platforms in data management, analytics, and visualization, and identify opportunities for innovation and optimization to enhance the department's data capabilities and outcomes.
• Performance Measurement and Reporting: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of data initiatives and investments, and prepare regular reports and presentations for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior staff members and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and excellence in D&A practices.

Compensation and Term 

This opportunity is for a full-time position with pay commensurate with experience up to $195,000 per year. Medical, dental, vision and life insurance available after 30 days of hire. 

Candidates are expected to work onsite at our client’s location. 

Qualifications you need

A successful Program Management Director possesses or provides the following:

• 10-15 years’ experience in data management, metadata management, data governance, or information management.
• Proven experience in senior leadership roles overseeing data management, analytics, and governance initiatives, preferably in a large and complex organization. (Proficiency level – 5)
• Broad understanding of data governance principles, data architecture, data analytics, and emerging technologies in data management and analytics. (Proficiency level – 5)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills (Proficiency level – 5)
• Ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization through storytelling, teamwork, and collaboration. (Proficiency level – 5)
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a track record of driving organizational change and achieving measurable results through data-driven approaches. (Proficiency level – 5)
• Excellent relationship management skills, including building relationships and trust through active listening, demonstrated interest in business challenges, and time spent assisting colleagues. (Proficiency level – 5)
• Excellent oral (presenting and public speaking) and written (documentation, briefing reports, correspondence, PowerPoint presentations, etc.) communication skills. (Proficiency level - 4)
• Ability to translate technical insights into actionable strategies and initiatives. (Proficiency level – 4)
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments. (Proficiency level – 4)

• Experience in data management, metadata management, data governance, or information management in a scientific, governmental, or environmental context.
• Strong understanding of environmental science concepts, regulations, and challenges.
• Familiarity with water quality, air quality, waste management, land conservation, or public recreation data.
• Strong emotional intelligence skills.
• Experience with facilitation to elicit ideas from others, understand their issues, and encourage group participation.

Working with us

Working with TECKpert means more options. As new opportunities arise, you tell us what you think is a good fit for you. What industries interest you most? Do you prefer an on-location, 9-5? Or would you want a flexible schedule and remote work? We proudly offer a wide variety of roles. Many of our TECKperts enjoy coworking and skills training coupled with the stability of full-time employment. We believe TECKpert gives today's digital professionals an agile path to start and advance their career. All of our opportunities require at least 20 hours per week and can be one to twelve months in length. Choose the opportunity that matches your interest and desired cadence. 

Next Steps

Thank you for applying. If you are selected, we will reach out for a skills assessment and to schedule a short prescreen video call to get to know you better. We will also be in touch for any future roles your profile will match with.

TECKpert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $195,000