Director, Data, Analytics & AI

Peoples Gas System•Tampa, FL

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Peoples Gas System is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. Peoples Gas is building a modern, data-driven utility—and this role sits at the center of that transformation. As Director, Data, Analytics & AI, you will shape and execute the enterprise data strategy that powers smarter decisions, safer operations, and better outcomes for customers and employees. This is a senior leadership role with real influence: you’ll connect data, technology, process improvement, and people to deliver measurable business impact across safety, reliability, productivity, and cost performance. You’ll have the opportunity to build something meaningful—shaping how data and AI are used across a critical infrastructure organization that serves millions. This role offers visibility, influence, and the chance to leave a lasting impact on how a modern utility operates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Analytics, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field is preferred
10+ years of experience leading data, analytics, or AI initiatives in complex organizations
5+ years of people leadership experience
Proven expertise in enterprise data strategy, analytics, and governance
Strong technical fluency across data platforms, analytics tools, and AI/ML concepts
Ability to influence senior leaders and translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences

Nice To Haves

Utility, energy, or infrastructure industry experience
Advanced degree or relevant certifications (AI/ML, cloud, data engineering)
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Snowflake) and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Sigma)
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and formal change management methodologies

Responsibilities

Set the Enterprise Data & AI Strategy
Execute and evolve a multi-year data, analytics, and AI strategy aligned to Peoples Gas digital priorities
Continuously adapt the strategy as technology and AI capabilities evolve to maximize value realization
Establish a federated data and analytics model that enables speed, consistency, and business ownership
Enable Trusted, Governed Data
Lead enterprise data governance, quality, and stewardship in partnership with IT and business leaders
Ensure data is accessible, reliable, secure, and compliant with regulatory, privacy, and cybersecurity requirements
Chair or co-lead a Data Governance Council that drives accountability and standards
Deliver Analytics, AI & Business Insight
Oversee development of analytics, reporting, machine learning, and AI solutions that deliver actionable insight
Advance predictive and prescriptive analytics to support safety, asset health, leak detection, capital planning, and workforce optimization
Guide responsible adoption of Generative AI and automation to improve productivity and decision-making
Translate Data into Business Value
Serve as a trusted partner to executives and business leaders—translating complex data into clear, compelling insights
Lead enterprise dashboards, KPIs, and performance reporting tied to safety, reliability, efficiency, and customer outcomes
Build self-service analytics capabilities and data literacy across the organization
Lead People & Change
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of data scientists, engineers, analysts, and visualization experts
Foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement
Partner closely with Process Improvement, Change Management, and IT to ensure adoption and sustained impact