Data Governance Management Analyst

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Functional Title: Data Governance Management Analyst 
Job Title: Management Analyst IV 
Agency: Dept of State Health Services 
Department: Chief Deputy Comm Direct 
Posting Number: 15105 
Closing Date: 04/18/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $7,652.91 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25 
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework: Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 10% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM) 
Other Locations: Austin 
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Job Description:

The Office of Public Health Data Strategy and Modernization (OPHDSM) supports the availability and use of public health data to inform decision making and action as well as the governance of agency data assets to ensure consistent data management. The Office of Data Governance develops vision, direction, and leadership to advance agency-wide data governance and data management policies and strategies across DSHS. The Management Analyst works with DSHS programs on data governance policy and procedures including data sharing, metadata documentation, data quality, and other needs to ensure alignment with people, processes, and technology. Work involves effective policy analysis, road mapping, identifying areas for improvement, developing workable solutions, and overseeing organizational studies and evaluations of systems, operations, and procedures to assist management and staff in operating more efficiently and effectively.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

EFJ 1: Oversees and implements data management activities for the agency under the direction of the Data Governance Director. Serves as the primary point of contact for data governance implementation across all agency data assets. Maintains effective communication with program management and agency staff and communicates to program areas on behalf of the Office of Data Governance. Develops and implements solutions to issues and discusses program effectiveness. (30%)

EFJ 2: Participates in special projects and coordinates planning to ensure a standardized and consistent approach to data governance and data management across the agency. Coordinates with agency programs to develop new or modify existing policies, procedures, goals, and objectives. Researches and evaluates data sharing statutes, policies, and procedures to identify problems and areas for improvement. Advises agency programs on developing and maintaining metadata and data quality requirements and identifying and resolving data quality challenges. (25%)

EFJ 3: Assists in the oversight of the Data Governance Council and associated workgroups. Plans and conducts meetings as well as organizes and facilitates workgroups. Participates in other agency meetings to identify gaps and opportunities for advancing data governance principles and priorities and ensuring alignment. (25%)

EFJ 4: Identifies training needs and oversees the development and implementation of data governance training materials. Reviews technical and programmatic data governance reports and provides feedback. Develops, coordinates, and distributes data governance materials including briefing documents, correspondence, reports, forms, bill implementation, talking points, and other data visuals. (15%)

EFJ 5: Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to active participation and/or support to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or continuity of operations activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern, assignment, and/or location. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• data analytics, data quality, data management, and data governance
• policy and process development
• trend analysis concepts and quality tools
• strategic planning
• project management

Skill in:

• facilitating effective meetings and communications
• working collaboratively and cooperatively with diverse stakeholders
• maintaining effective working relationships with staff at all levels of the organization and external partners
• process mapping, workflow, and process improvement methodologies
• the use of statistical or data analytics tools and computers for word processing, spreadsheets, developing presentations, and data visualization
• written and verbal communication and plain language
• drafting, reviewing, and approving a variety of communications, reports, presentations, or documents for a variety of stakeholders
• planning and prioritizing workload, managing priorities to meet deadlines, and developing workable solutions to complex issues

Ability to:

• manage a program workplan and deliverables
• manage high complexity and priority cross-functional projects, coordinate multiple assignments, and effectively manage time to meet deadlines and short turnaround assignments
• research, compose, and edit technical documents, materials, and reports
• design and implement tools for process improvement
• adhere to security and confidentiality policies and procedures at all times 
• Communicate efficiently and effectively, expressing ideas and concepts clearly, concisely, and accurately both verbally and in writing

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

• N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

1. Graduation from four-year college or university with major course work in business administration, biology, epidemiology, public health, or closely related field or 5 years of relevant experience is required. Master’s degree preferred.
2. Two years of experience with data analytics, data quality, data management, and/or data governance (required).
3. Two years of experience developing, editing, and analyzing business processes, workflows, policies, procedures, technical documents, and/or other written communications (required).
4. Two years of experience developing and delivering presentations and briefings to various audiences (required).
5. Two years of experience in project management of high priority, complex projects (preferred).

Additional Information:

• Applicants selected for interview will be required to complete a skills test.
• Information on the application must clearly state how the applicant meets the initial screening criteria.
• Full salary range may not be offered due to budget limitations. This is a grant-funded position, subject to available funds.
• This position is eligible for part-time telework only (hybrid).

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.  Download the I-9 form