INTRODUCTION

The Bureau of Technical Architecture is hiring! The DOA Data Manager is responsible for developing and guiding the overarching strategy and principles of DOA’s and supported customer data management program including being responsible for the collection, storage, and utilization of data within those organizations. Privacy professionals with extensive proven experience managing data governance programs are encouraged to apply!
All employees are expected to live and work in Wisconsin. This position will have the option of working remotely upon agreement of the supervisor but may be asked to come into the office periodically. This schedule may change based on operational needs and organizational requirements.
The DET (Division of Enterprise Technology) is a great place to work! We offer amazing benefits such as a casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, ample vacation time, excellent health benefits, and an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee’s wellness and health.

Our competitive benefits package features:

• State Employee & Retiree Health Plan including health, dental and wellness benefits, and supplemental Vision Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long-Term Care Insurance and Pre-Tax Savings Accounts (for health, dental, vision, day care and commuter expenses).
• WRS Retirement Benefit pension plan that is intended to provide you with a lifetime retirement payment. It offers an employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Accumulated Sick Leave which allows retirees to convert unused sick leave into credits to help pay for health insurance premiums.
• Disability Benefits to cover the possibility of becoming disabled while working for a WRS employer making you eligible to receive disability benefits that will give you income for the time you are unable to return to work.
• An Income Continuation Insurance that replaces a portion of your income if you are unable to work because of sickness or injury (both short and long term).
• Group Life Insurance providing life insurance coverage up to five times your annual earnings and covers death and dismemberment.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program with tools and resources to help set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general direction, this position serves as the Department of Administration’s (DOA’s) Data Manager. This position is responsible for developing and guiding the overarching strategy and principles of DOA’s and supported customer data management program including being responsible for the collection, storage, and utilization of data within those organizations. The role should ensure that data is accurate, accessible, secure, and facilitate informed decision-making and planning. This will include things like developing data quality standards, performing classifications, assisting in DOA’s and supported customer governance and interoperability. The position is also responsible for guiding the short- and long-term planning and continuous improvement efforts related to data management, including ensuring the department’s investments in data are leveraged to their fullest potential and data risks are mitigated.
The position works closely with leaders and subject matter experts (e.g., division data stewards) from DOA divisions and supported customers to develop policies and procedures related to the collection, storage and use of data. This position also involves working with staff across DOA to create data literacy and training programs for staff. This position will also work closely with DOA Legal and Privacy areas on policy and governance.
For more information, please view the full position description.

MINIMALLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH ALL THE FOLLOWING:

• Experience with Data Literacy program management such as describing business use cases/outcomes, data sources and management concepts, and analytical approaches/options.
• Leadership experience in leading enterprise-wide data and analytics programs that include cross-functional teams.
• Experience communicating highly technical information to stakeholders at various levels of technical knowledge.

IN ADDITION TO THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ABOVE, WELL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL ALSO HAVE AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Experience with governance and frameworks to support adoption of Generative AI data efforts.
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
• Experience in integrating complex, cross-corporate processes and information strategies, and/or designing strategic metrics and scorecards.

HOW TO APPLY

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.
Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.
Questions can be directed to Taylore Ransom by email at taylore.ransom@wisconsin.gov .

Please refer the Job description for details