Program Manager - Data and GIS Governance

This position drives the strategy, coordination, and execution of data governance, GIS governance, and master data management activities as a part of the Business Integrated Solutions Division (BISD) Data Program, The Associate Program Manager for Data and GIS Governance plays a critical role within VDOT s enterprise data management initiatives. This position drives the strategy, coordination, and execution of data governance, GIS governance, and master data management activities across a large, complex organization. The Associate Program Manager ensures, * Oversee master data management efforts supporting missioncritical datasets.

• Champion data lifecycle best practices from creation and storage to archival ensuring alignment with regulatory, operational, and security requirements.
• Manage and mature metadata standards, data dictionaries, classification systems, and documentation practices.
• Drive remediation strategies for data quality issues by collaborating closely with business units, technical teams, and subject matter experts.
• Provide strategic direction for geospatial governance, ArcGIS platform utilization, and integration of GIS capabilities into enterprise processes.
• Communicate complex data topics clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences; develop training, guidance materials, and governance communications.
• Facilitate crossfunctional working groups, ensuring alignment on data priorities and policies.

Candidates must demonstrate seasoned expertise in enterprise data programs, data lifecycle management, and remediation of data quality challenges within similarly sized public or private organizations. Proficiency with the ArcGIS platform and related tools is essential for supporting VDOT s geospatial data ecosystem., * Extensive experience leading enterprise data programs within a large organization.

• Deep understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Proven capability in managing the full data lifecycle within complex organizational structures.
• Expertise in metadata management, data quality enhancement, and building sustainable data documentation processes.
• Strong problemsolving skills with a track record of designing scalable processes and governance mechanisms.
• Ability to translate abstract or technically complex concepts into approachable, actionable insights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for executivelevel and crossfunctional engagement.

Fill the above skills in the below box and have consultant to complete, Data quality remediation and enhancement experience

Required

8 Years

Data lifecycle management experience

Required

8

Years

Required

8 Years

Data governance experience

Required

8 Years

ArcGIS platform experience

Desired

5 Years

Safe Software FME experience