Data Governance Manager

Emory•Atlanta, GA

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Data Governance Manager is an individual-contributor role in the Office of the Chief Data and Analytics Officer, responsible for administering Emory Healthcare’s organization-wide data governance program in consultation with existing governance bodies. The program covers Emory administrative data, including financial, human resources, patient, student, IT, faculty, research, and advancement data. The role brings people across Emory together to support the institution’s mission through effective data use. Reporting to the Corp Director of Data & AI Governance, the manager collaborates with senior administration and staff to establish data priorities, facilitate consensus across departments, schools, and units on data definitions and use, and help ensure stakeholders understand and access data appropriately. Work includes coordinating stewardship committees, curating content requests, drafting data-related policies, guidelines, and procedures, and owning the Microsoft Purview data governance tool. The position is remote for candidates residing in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin. Occasional in-person visits and on-site data governance committee meetings are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Analytics, or a related field.
Four years of systems support, data governance, or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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 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 cultures.

Nice To Haves

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.
Experience with the Microsoft Purview governance tool.
Experience with metadata management or master data governance (MDG).

Responsibilities

Tailor the data governance program to local needs while supporting organization-wide structures, policies, and processes.
Oversee Emory’s data governance program to promote the integrity and usefulness of data assets through consistent definitions, documentation, and appropriate use.
Manage and direct the development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of data governance initiatives.
Provide data governance training and support to Data Trustees, Data Stewards, Data Custodians, and Users.
Facilitate and coordinate data stewardship committees and working groups to establish consensus on enterprise data definitions, data quality standards, and appropriate usage.
Collaborate 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.
Partner with business and IT stakeholders to integrate governance practices with data architecture, security policies, and institutional objectives.
Serve as the subject matter expert on data governance policies and compliance.
Formulate and propose policies to governance bodies and produce documentation, instructions, usage agreements, and other guidance materials.
Represent Emory’s data governance program to internal and external stakeholders, including schools, administrative units, peer institutions, and professional organizations.
Monitor industry trends and recommend strategic directions to Emory leadership.
Continuously evaluate data governance practices to improve their effectiveness and alignment with institutional goals.
Coordinate data governance committee meetings that may require occasional on-site attendance.