Director of Data Management

Job Posting Title:

Director of Data Management

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Hiring Department:

Enterprise Technology - Vice President and Office of CIO

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

This position is security sensitive and subject to university guidelines and Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes background checks for security-sensitive positions.

Flexible work arrangements are available for this position, including the ability to work remotely. In person meetings will be required when applicable. We prefer a candidate located in the greater Austin area as travel to campus for occasional in-person events, training, team meetings, activities, etc., may be required.

This position provides a balance of life/work with typically a 40-hour work week, and travel limited to training (e.g., conferences/courses).

Enterprise Technology is dedicated to supporting the mission of the University of Texas at Austin of unlocking potential and preparing future leaders of the state.

Your skills will make a difference.

You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for research and the work you do will make a difference in the lives of our students, faculty and staff. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working for our campus.

The University of Texas at Austin and Enterprise Technology provide an outstanding benefits package to our staff. Those benefits include:

• Competitive health benefits (Employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas (a defined benefit retirement plan)
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Training and conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Athletic ticket discounts
• Access to UT Austin's libraries and museums
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Capital metro buses with staff ID card

For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

This position requires you to maintain internet service and a mobile phone with voice and data plans to be used when required for work.

Purpose

The Director of Data Management will provide leadership in the development and implementation of a comprehensive data governance strategy at UT Austin, ensuring alignment with the University’s strategic objectives. The primary responsibility of this role is to validate and execute the recommendations put forth by the Data Governance Taskforce, as well as to promptly address significant audit findings related to data governance and management. The Director will establish and oversee policies, standards, and procedures to ensure effective, secure, and compliant management of the University’s data assets in accordance with relevant regulations. Serving as the chair of the newly established Data Governance Council, the Director will lead initiatives to enhance data quality and integration and foster a culture of stewardship and accountability throughout the institution. Through providing strategic direction and oversight, the Director of Data Management will ensure that UT Austin’s data remains reliable, accessible to authorized users, and leveraged to facilitate informed decision-making and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy: Develop and implement an enterprise data governance strategy aligned with the University’s strategic objectives; lead the Data Governance Council (DG Council) and ensure its effective functioning as a steering committee for data initiatives; and establish and communicate a clear vision, mission, and set of goals for data governance across all colleges and departments. 
• Policy Development: Oversee the creation and formal adoption of a UT Austin Data Governance Policy, defining roles and responsibilities for data management; ensure the University’s data policies and practices comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including Texas Senate Bill 475, the UT Austin Information Resources Use and Security Policy (IRUSP), and UT System policy UTS-165 on information security. 
• Data Ownership & Stewardship: Define and formalize data ownership roles by delegating authority to designated Information Resources Owners (IROs) and Information Resources Custodians (IRCs) in various units; promote a culture of data stewardship and accountability by guiding stakeholders at all levels to understand their responsibilities in managing and protecting data. 
• Data Quality & Integration: Develop and implement a data quality assurance program to improve data integrity and accuracy; set up standards and procedures for data flow to and from the Enterprise Data Hub and oversee data integration and interoperability projects to break down silos and ensure cohesive data management across systems. 
• Data Access & Security: Implement role-based data access controls to protect sensitive information and ensure that users have appropriate data access; design and roll out a formal, University-wide data access request process (using a common platform such as ServiceNow) to streamline how researchers and staff request and obtain data, in compliance with privacy and security policies. 
• Training & Education: Develop and deliver regular training programs (e.g., semiannual workshops or online modules) on data privacy, data security, compliance requirements, and best practices in data management; raise awareness and fluency in data governance among faculty, staff, and data stewards to foster continuous improvement in data handling practices. 
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Establish metrics and conduct periodic reviews or audits of data governance practices to ensure compliance with university policies and identify areas for improvement; prepare and present annual (or quarterly) reports to university leadership summarizing data governance activities, progress made, audit remediation status, and future goals. 
• Initial Priorities: In the near term, the Director of Data Management is expected to form the Data Governance Council and convene its first meeting, finalize the draft UT Austin Data Governance Policy for approval, define University-wide data ownership assignments (in consultation with executive leadership), implement the new data access request system, initiate role-based access controls in key systems, and document procedures for enterprise data flows. These immediate actions will jump-start the data governance program and address the most pressing audit action items. 
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen, resident, or officially recognized asylee - Applicant selected will be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.
• Bachelor’s degree in information management, data science, computer science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in data governance, data management, or a closely related area, with a record of accomplishment of increasing responsibility. 
• Proven strong leadership and strategic planning skills, including experience developing and executing data or IT strategies at an enterprise level. 
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, with experience collaborating across various stakeholder groups, including both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of and experience ensuring compliance with data-related regulations and policies, such as SB 475 (Texas state requirements), UT Austin’s IRUSP, UT System UTS-165, and relevant federal laws (e.g. FERPA, HIPAA).  
• Hands-on experience with data quality initiatives, data integration projects, and implementing data security/privacy controls in a complex organization. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risks, interpret audit findings, and formulate effective solutions for data governance challenges. 

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Information Systems, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Senior leadership experience establishing or managing data governance programs in a large, decentralized organization, preferably in higher education or a research institution of comparable scale.
• Professional certifications in data management or governance (e.g., Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Data Governance & Stewardship Professional) or related IT governance certifications.
• Demonstrated success in change management and leading organizational culture shifts related to data practices.
• Familiarity with modern data governance tools and platforms (such as data cataloging, metadata management, data quality tools, etc.), and experience with business intelligence or analytics platforms is a plus.
• Knowledge of University of Texas at Austin’s administrative data systems and processes, or of Texas state data management requirements, is a plus (not required).

Salary Range

$175,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a typical office environment, with the possibility of a flexible/hybrid on-campus and remote schedule
• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity

Work Shift

• Monday – Friday, flexible between 7am-6pm. This role may require occasional work outside normal business hours to meet deadlines or address urgent issues.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.