Data Governance Manager

About OmnidianOmnidian is building a more sustainable future for the planet. We assure that IoT-enabled distributed energy assets perform at their best through our passionate teams, our innovative technology, and by creating an amazing customer experience. We're a well-funded, growth-stage, B Corps certified company offering the potential for enormous impact, both on our products and on the world.
While we have employees across the country, we are looking to fill this particular role with someone based in Pittsburgh, NY Capital Region, or near our headquarters in Seattle who can commit to a hybrid schedule for more face-to-face interactions with team members.

The JobWe are looking for a hands-on Data Governance Manager to build and lead our Data Governance efforts. You will lead a small team of Data Stewards/Analysts (a mix of direct and dotted-line reports), enhance and update current Data Governance processes and standards, establish new Data Governance processes and standards, understand the company and company needs, build a prioritized roadmap, execute on that roadmap, and evolve the team and roadmap as the company evolves. Data insights are a critical component of Omnidian’s value proposition, and having data that is accurate and consistent both in perception and reality is fundamental to our success. Our business is rapidly growing, and we need a strong leader who can build a strong Data Governance program alongside the company’s growth. This role sits within our Engineering department and reports directly to our Director of Data Management.

What You'll Do

• At Omnidian we believe in trust and autonomy. How you create an impact is ultimately up to you. Here is an outline of some of the things you’ll be doing:
Team Leadership and Development (33%)
• Recruit, hire, and lead a small team of Data Governance professionals, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Establish and continuously improve Data Governance processes and standards to ensure trust in our data.
• Provide mentoring, coaching and leadership to matrixed (dotted-line) data analysts/stewards.
• Provide structure, mentoring and leadership to data stewards; Resolving issues escalated by data stewards.
Business Solutions and Roadmap Execution (33%)
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver Data Governance solutions that provide real value.
• Build and lead a data stewardship program across the organization, consisting of direct reports as well as cross-functional team members.
• Create and maintain a structure to track adherence to contractual and regulatory data privacy compliance.
• Develop a Data Governance roadmap that aligns with company goals and evolving needs.
• Act as an evangelist for Data Quality and Data Governance, raising awareness and improving data culture across the organization.
• Create data standards and business rules, and specifying which data must be shared organizationally
• Ensure that legal and other compliance standards are followed Advocate for better use and management of data within the organization
• Create centralized training materials for Data Quality/Data Governance Communications, outreach and adoption for Data Governance standards and processes
Project Management and Hands-On Work (33%)
• Manage Data Governance projects from conception to implementation, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Participate in Data Governance activities such as data dictionary processes, data mapping, creating and maintaining ERDs and other data related documentation.
• Identify and prioritize data-governance projects, such as data quality and data securityTrack data quality by profiling/reviewing data and monitoring metrics on data quality
• Plan, monitor, and enforce the management of data assets Catalog, monitor, and identify data assets that are essential to the organization's operations or services
• Assign ownership of data, ensure there is a clear RACI (responsible, accountable, consulted and informed) matrix in the organization
• Understands data governance commitments in our contractsActs in ‘consult’ and ‘informed’ capacity to Infosec team on data privacy

Who You Are

• Data Governance Expertise: You have in-depth knowledge of Data Governance processes and standards and have experience building a Data Governance program.
• Leadership Abilities: You possess strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a small team toward achieving goals and delivering high-quality solutions.
• Communication: You have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Value Creation: You understand business needs,