Deputy Director (Chief Data Officer)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

12h

About The Position

The Chief Data Officer (CDO) leads the Department’s enterprise data and performance division, overseeing data governance, analytics, performance reporting, and organizational improvement efforts. This role is responsible for building a modern data environment that supports transparent, data-driven decision making across the agency. The CDO directs the development of data standards, system architecture coordination, and agency-wide data quality practices, while also leading Performance to drive measurable outcomes and continuous improvement. The position serves as the agency's strategic authority on data interoperability, emerging analytics capabilities, and digital transformation initiatives.

Requirements

• Education &/or experience in data management field or other relevant experience as determined by the appointing authority.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• The applicant is required to provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant.
• New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.
• Applications must be submitted online at http://careers.ohio.gov/. Paper applications will not be accepted or considered.
• The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).
• This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree required in a relevant field (e.g. Computer science, Data analytics) ; Masters preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in performance management.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in a direct supervisory/leadership role.
• Experience in relevant areas such as Data Management, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning.
• Travel up to 25% of the time between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Performance Shop, including oversight of project managers to establish agency wide performance improvement cycles, including goal setting, KPIs, and quarterly results reviews.
• Directs enterprise performance dashboards and standardized reporting to ensure consistent visibility into program outcomes.
• Establishes a department wide culture of data stewardship, including best practices for data privacy, security, and transparency.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
• Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date
• Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
• Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager