Associate Director of Data Governance Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4961397) Apply  Associate Director of Data Governance Salary $7,610.00 - $12,177.00 Monthly Location Denver Metro, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number IHA 05323 08.07.2025 Department Colorado Department of Human Services Division AS - Business Technology Opening Date 08/07/2025 Closing Date 8/19/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address 1575 Sherman St. Denver, CO 80203 FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information jade.green@state.co.us Salary Note Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is open to current Colorado residents only. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) Work Unit: Administrative Solutions (AS) provides management and oversight for key administrative and technical services that enables CDHS to achieve its goals. It is responsible for a number of support functions to make our agency as efficient, effective, and impactful as possible. Administrative Solutions comprises Human Resources; Facilities Management; Audit; Business Innovation, Technology and Security; Emergency Management; Legal; Performance Management; Communications; Project Management; and Leadership & Organizational Development. Business Innovation, Technology, and Security (BITS) is responsible for managing the Department’s information technology (IT) providers, including relations with the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT). The division serves as the main point of contact for departmental issues involving technology resources and needs and coordinates activities with CDHS’ program staff for IT support, operations, maintenance, modernization and implementation of new IT systems Description of Job Hybrid Working Arrangements This position is required to report to the office at least 2x a week. This position also requires frequent in-state travel to various locations. These arrangements are subject to change based on business needs. Office Address: 1575 Sherman Street Denver, CO 80203 Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change. Job Description: The Associate Director of Data Governance will oversee the day-to-day Department’s data governance program, ensuring the consistent and proper management of staff, the data ecosystem and data assets. Will provide insight and will collaborate, co-develop, and implement Department Data Governance policies and procedures, fostering data quality and integrity. Will manage data access rights and security, leading a team of data professionals responsible for collecting, analyzing, transforming and reporting data across the Department. The Associate Director Data Governance provides critical support to the Department’s data driven initiatives, including statewide performance reporting platforms and strategic data analysis for executive management. They align and collaborate with senior leadership, influencing management decisions beyond the unit and agency divisions. Their expertise extends to managing department-wide data ecosystem development, integration, analytics, data management, identity resolution, and Tableau dashboard creation. This position serves as a lead over contract workers, ensuring the technical merit of their contributions. The Department requires the implementation of a robust data and application development strategy, built around data privacy and data security, to deliver the following benefits: + To mitigate application and data privacy/security risks. + Reduce operational costs related to maintaining applications and data, and redundancies in application usage across CDHS along with redundancies in data maintenance across the agency. + Lead and assist the department in developing and maintaining a comprehensive application catalog of various CDHS Offices and Divisions, detailing the business use cases, test plans, test execution results, system configuration diagrams, data configuration diagrams, data flow diagrams, among others, as deemed necessary based on policies set by the data governance team. + Developing and maintaining a process to monitor compliance with application standards and data governance policies established for CDHS under the guidance of the Data Governance Council. + Working with OIT and external vendors to implement a solution to monitor compliance with data sharing rules, regulations, and contracts throughout the department and perform quarterly, bi-annual, annual audit of inventory and compliance cross-agency. + Managing data inventories and knowing how data are used to improve transparency, which also increases the value of state data. + Increasing customer confidence in applications, data and data management as application and security development processes are standardized and publicized. + Being the catalyst to manage changes in systems over time by bringing focus to issues and gaps in systems related to data management. As a part of this job, the individual is required to know and/or learn the following laws and regulations: + Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 + Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act + American Recovery and Reinvestment Act + FERPA + IRS Publication 1075 + Criminal Justice Information + Social Security Administration + 42 CFR Part 2, as well as + Program specific federal regulations, state statutes, department rules, and program policies. + Colorado Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) Technical Standards and Policies + Data Management (DAMA) - Data Management Body of Knowledge (DMBOK) Additional responsibilities can include: + Manages compliance with data governance frameworks and best practices. + Lead and Supervise Team of Data Managers/Professional in the Design, Build, and Maintain Performance Data Reporting Applications + Analysis and Data Visualization related to the CDHS Performance Measures + Support Strategic Plan Implementation Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Experience Only: Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position (e.g. Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Application Development, and/or Database Development). OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned ( e.g. Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Application Development, and/or Database Development). equal toeight (8) years *Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the initial screening;. Therefore, it is paramount that you clearly describe all of your relevant experience in the work experience section on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" or "SEE ATTACHED" will not be considered. Preferred Qualifications: + Master's degree in a relevant field preferred + 5 + years of experience in data management, analytics, governance or data quality roles + Proven track record of success in a related role (e.g., data analyst , data steward) can demonstrate relevant skills. + Experience leading and implementing data governance programs, or data quality roles + Experience with data governance frameworks and tools (e.g. Informatics, Collibra, Alation) + Proven track record of success in building and collaborating with cross functional teams. + Familiarity with data governance frameworks and methodologies (DMBOK). + Understanding of data quality management principles and practices. + Knowledge of data security and privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.). + Experience with data modeling, metadata management, and master data management tools. + Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills Conditions of Employment: + Travel -- required from time to time to coordinate data sharing efforts with stakeholders including CDHS offices across the state, county partners, other state agencies, community organizations and federal partners. + Full Background Check Required -- CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers) + Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS. APPEAL RIGHTS: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules. Supplemental Information How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply) The Assessment Process For additional recruiting questions, please contactjade.green@state.co.us About Us: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer: + Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans + Medical and dental health plans + Employer supplemented Health Savings Account + Paid life insurance + Short- and long-term disability coverage + 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave + BenefitHub state employee discount program + Employee Wellness program MotivateMe + Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more + Remote work arrangements for eligible positions *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs . Our Values: We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans . Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement. We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado. Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public. We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy. Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.usor call 1-800-929-0791. ~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~         Toll Free Applicant Technical Support (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#technical-support) The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 From your experience, what is the biggest misconception people have about Data Governance, and how have you typically addressed it? 02 Describe a time when you had to bridge the gap between a technical and a business team regarding data requirements. What was the biggest challenge, and how did you overcome it? 03 If you had a “magic wand” to improve an aspect of how data is managed in an organization, what would it be, and why? 04 Describe your experience in managing or supporting data and systems within hybrid-cloud or multi-cloud environments. Please include details on the specific cloud platforms you have worked with, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. 05 How do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position? + Experience Only + Education + Experience + Education Only 06 Specifically list your experience with Systems Analysis, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Application Development, and/or Database Development, and where it is listed on your application. 07 Please describe your management style and how you build teams to be successful. 08 If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997…). Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position. 09 Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. 10 Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application. + Yes + No 11 The bottom of this job announcement provides links to additional information on how to apply, the assessment process, toll free applicant technical support, and about how the State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. Please acknowledge below that you have read the information provided in these links. + This information is available to me and I have read this information. + I am unable to access the links with this information on the job posting. 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