Data and Technology Governance Manager

The Office of Operations provides support for the business operations of CDPHE, including oversight of department- wide and business-focused technology functions, occupancy of leased space, budget and financial operations, and legal and regulatory compliance.

This position is the Department Data and Technology Governance Manager. The position manages the ongoing Data and Technology Governance activities for the Data Modernization Initiative (DMI) / Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) to ensure alignment with the Northstar Architecture (scalable, flexible, interoperable, sustainable, reusable, intuitive). 

The position participates in quality assurance / quality improvement (QA/QI) of modernized public health infrastructure and data. The position works closely with the Public Health Data Modernization Initiatives Manager and the Business Technology Product Deputy Director to manage development and implementation of the Data Governance Framework at CDPHE. 

Residency Requirement: 

Class Code & Classification Description: 

Six (6) years of relevant experience in technology or data management, technology administration, information technology.

OR

A combination of related education (public administration, business administration, computer science or information technology) and/or relevant experience in technology or data management, technology administration, information technology equal to six (6) years

** This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. 

** "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. A copy of your transcript must be submitted at the time of application (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Prior government / public sector experience in a medium - large size agency (1000 - 2500 or more staff).

2. Experience developing and writing technical or policy manuals, or standard operating procedures (SOPs).

3. Experience managing or supporting data management or governance initiatives related to data infrastructure       

4. Experience with technology related change management implementation          

5. Experience supporting strategic business decisions that impact multiple stakeholders

6. Experience creating and supporting data system training methods               

7. Experience performing partner or stakeholder outreach           

8. Experience scheduling and facilitating meetings              

9. Experience managing or supporting quality assurance initiatives related to data                                                 

10. ESRI ArcGIS, Tableau and other data visualization platforms                   

11. Familiarity with data analytics platforms                   

12. Experience with data warehouses or data lakes

13.  Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI / ML)
    

Conditions of Employment:

Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.

Appeal Rights: 

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

A complete application packet must include:

• A Cover Letter

• A completed State of Colorado application.

• If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

The Selection Process:

1. All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
2. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

• Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.

1. A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

ADAAA Accommodations:

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Daniel Mckenna at daniel.mckenna@state.co.us or call 303-692-6319.
 
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