BIICS, Inc is looking to fill a Director of Program Management position. The position is located in Tallahassee, Florida and work is onsite.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior staff members and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and excellence in D&A practices.

Potential candidate must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Environmental Science, Information Science, or other Information Technology major, or equivalent work experience.
• 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.
• Broad understanding of data governance principles, data architecture, data analytics, and emerging technologies in data management and analytics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization through storytelling, teamwork, and collaboration.
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a track record of driving organizational change and achieving measurable results through data-driven approaches.
• Excellent relationship management skills, including building relationships and trust through active listening, demonstrated interest in business challenges, and time spent assisting colleagues.
• Excellent oral (presenting and public speaking) and written (documentation, briefing reports, correspondence, PowerPoint presentations, etc.) communication skills.
• Ability to translate technical insights into actionable strategies and initiatives.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.

Preferred:

• 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.

Business Intelligence & Informatics Consulting Services, Inc. (BIICS, Inc) is a business and information management solutions company serving clients in both the public and private sector. With access to new opportunities every day, BIICS, Inc is a premier source for placing highly skilled individuals with the most sought-after career opportunities and salaries.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $138.16 - $157.05 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In perso

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior staff members and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and excellence in D&A practices