Chief Data Officer
Apply NowCompany: Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
Location: Henrico, VA 23231
Description:
Chief Data Officer
Job no: 5065610
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Henrico, Virginia
Categories: Administrative Services
Title: Chief Data Officer
State Role Title: Information Technology Manager II/39116
Hiring Range: $130,000 - $150,000
Pay Band: 7
Agency: Department of Workforce Development and Advancement
Location: DWDA Central Office - Henrico, VA
Agency Website: jobs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Serves as primary advisor to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) on Data Governance and Analytics related to agency functions. Develops, integrates, and manages Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, Data Architecture, and Data Security programs, ensuring the alignment with best practices and agency objectives. Consults and advises officials and executive managers on a broad range of data governance and data sharing and analytics issues on behalf of the CIO. Manages the Economic, Informatics and Analytics unit and data warehouse and data management staff; handles administrative duties (budget/HR/IT/procurement/risk/compliance); oversees studies and projects; reviews and assesses impact of changing legislation and technologies; and ensures agency compliance in related areas.
Minimum Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of data management principles/practices, particularly related to big data technologies and data analytics programs; IT project planning and organization; the design, development, and validation of descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics; business drivers and uses for data; data governance policies and procedures; and effective business administration and strategic leadership practices needed to advise and support executive management decisions. General knowledge of the business drivers and uses for data in one or more operational domains, such as Administrative, Human Services or Workforce Development and Advancement.
Strong leadership, facilitation, project management, and oral and written communication skills. Considerable skill in the use of a personal computer with standard office software suitable for business administration and creation of visually and verbally persuasive materials, presentations, and reports.
Demonstrated ability to provide results-driven, strategic, and innovative management solutions; apply business knowledge, technical skills, and people skills to organize and lead multiple concurrent data projects involving cross-functional groups in a unified direction; establish effective controls for data sharing, management, and analytics services; facilitate collaboration and consensus among stakeholders and partners; identify business opportunities and initiate action to adopt improvements; prepare visually/verbally engaging reports and presentations that are responsive to the interests and concerns of officials/executives.
Additional Considerations
Education, experience, and/or training in computer science, data science, engineering, management information systems, statistics, analytics, or a related field.
Extensive experience working with comprehensive data analytics, data science, data engineering, or related field; building and leading cross-functional teams of data and analytics professionals; advocating for the value of data analytics to diverse audiences; and consulting role for senior managers and executives.
Must complete mandatory training and forms related to the Statement of Economic Interests requirements.
Extensive experience working in data architecture, data engineering, data management, or related roles.
Familiarity with state administrative policies and procedures related to staff management and performance.
Education, experience, and/or training in computer science, data science, engineering, management information systems, statistics, analytics, or a related field.
Extensive experience working with comprehensive data analytics, data science, data engineering, or related field; building and leading cross- functional teams of data and analytics professionals; advocating for the value of data analytics to diverse audiences; and consulting role for senior managers and executives.
Must complete mandatory training and forms related to the Statement of Economic Interests requirements.
Extensive experience working in data architecture, data engineering, data management, or related roles.
Familiarity with state administrative policies and procedures related to staff management and performance.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Come join our team at the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement (DWDA)! In 2023, bipartisan legislation consolidated a dozen workforce development programs and data systems from various existing Commonwealth of Virginia agencies to create the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement (DWDA), known as Virginia Works. On July 1, 2024, Virginia Works stood up as an independent agency dedicated to creating, sustaining, and retaining a highly skilled workforce, and committed to making sure Virginia Works for everyone.
Diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of what we do in Virginia, and the Virginia Works is committed to upholding these values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities.
Virginia Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and rsums will not be accepted.
Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. Virginia Works does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume). You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.
Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.
The Virginia Works does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: Virginia Works will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources / Recruitment
Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.
Email: Careers@vec.virginia.gov for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications, resumes, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised: 07 Apr 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 13 Apr 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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Job no: 5065610
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Henrico, Virginia
Categories: Administrative Services
Title: Chief Data Officer
State Role Title: Information Technology Manager II/39116
Hiring Range: $130,000 - $150,000
Pay Band: 7
Agency: Department of Workforce Development and Advancement
Location: DWDA Central Office - Henrico, VA
Agency Website: jobs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Serves as primary advisor to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) on Data Governance and Analytics related to agency functions. Develops, integrates, and manages Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, Data Architecture, and Data Security programs, ensuring the alignment with best practices and agency objectives. Consults and advises officials and executive managers on a broad range of data governance and data sharing and analytics issues on behalf of the CIO. Manages the Economic, Informatics and Analytics unit and data warehouse and data management staff; handles administrative duties (budget/HR/IT/procurement/risk/compliance); oversees studies and projects; reviews and assesses impact of changing legislation and technologies; and ensures agency compliance in related areas.
Minimum Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of data management principles/practices, particularly related to big data technologies and data analytics programs; IT project planning and organization; the design, development, and validation of descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics; business drivers and uses for data; data governance policies and procedures; and effective business administration and strategic leadership practices needed to advise and support executive management decisions. General knowledge of the business drivers and uses for data in one or more operational domains, such as Administrative, Human Services or Workforce Development and Advancement.
Strong leadership, facilitation, project management, and oral and written communication skills. Considerable skill in the use of a personal computer with standard office software suitable for business administration and creation of visually and verbally persuasive materials, presentations, and reports.
Demonstrated ability to provide results-driven, strategic, and innovative management solutions; apply business knowledge, technical skills, and people skills to organize and lead multiple concurrent data projects involving cross-functional groups in a unified direction; establish effective controls for data sharing, management, and analytics services; facilitate collaboration and consensus among stakeholders and partners; identify business opportunities and initiate action to adopt improvements; prepare visually/verbally engaging reports and presentations that are responsive to the interests and concerns of officials/executives.
Additional Considerations
Education, experience, and/or training in computer science, data science, engineering, management information systems, statistics, analytics, or a related field.
Extensive experience working with comprehensive data analytics, data science, data engineering, or related field; building and leading cross-functional teams of data and analytics professionals; advocating for the value of data analytics to diverse audiences; and consulting role for senior managers and executives.
Must complete mandatory training and forms related to the Statement of Economic Interests requirements.
Extensive experience working in data architecture, data engineering, data management, or related roles.
Familiarity with state administrative policies and procedures related to staff management and performance.
Education, experience, and/or training in computer science, data science, engineering, management information systems, statistics, analytics, or a related field.
Extensive experience working with comprehensive data analytics, data science, data engineering, or related field; building and leading cross- functional teams of data and analytics professionals; advocating for the value of data analytics to diverse audiences; and consulting role for senior managers and executives.
Must complete mandatory training and forms related to the Statement of Economic Interests requirements.
Extensive experience working in data architecture, data engineering, data management, or related roles.
Familiarity with state administrative policies and procedures related to staff management and performance.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Come join our team at the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement (DWDA)! In 2023, bipartisan legislation consolidated a dozen workforce development programs and data systems from various existing Commonwealth of Virginia agencies to create the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement (DWDA), known as Virginia Works. On July 1, 2024, Virginia Works stood up as an independent agency dedicated to creating, sustaining, and retaining a highly skilled workforce, and committed to making sure Virginia Works for everyone.
Diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of what we do in Virginia, and the Virginia Works is committed to upholding these values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities.
Virginia Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and rsums will not be accepted.
Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. Virginia Works does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume). You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.
Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.
The Virginia Works does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: Virginia Works will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources / Recruitment
Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.
Email: Careers@vec.virginia.gov for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications, resumes, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised: 07 Apr 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 13 Apr 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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