Data Governance Lead

Are you passionate about building structure, trust, and clarity around data? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking aData Governance Program Managerto provide institution-wide leadership for data governance, ensuring the quality, integrity, security, and responsible use of institutional data.

In this role, you will guide governance strategy, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and partner with campus leaders to strengthen data stewardship and support informed, data-driven decision-making across the college., + Lead the development and implementation of a college-wide data governance program, including policies, standards, and procedures

• Chair the Data Governance Committee and facilitate governance discussions and decisions across functional areas

• Establish and maintain institutional taxonomies and a shared data dictionary across systems

• Interpret and apply data governance frameworks, institutional standards, and regulatory requirements

Data Stewardship, Quality & Standards:

• Collaborate with department-level data stewards to define data entry standards, data classification, and data lifecycle practices

• Develop and oversee a data quality program, including monitoring processes, validation standards, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Communicate data quality metrics, governance updates, and compliance requirements to leadership and operational teams

Collaboration, Policy & Risk Management:

• Serve as a key liaison between IT, data, and business stakeholders to ensure governance alignment and clear communication

• Partner with IT security teams to support data privacy policies, risk management practices, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FERPA)

• Support responsible data access and use while balancing institutional needs and security requirements

Data Literacy & Institutional Engagement:

• Identify gaps in data understanding and lead initiatives to strengthen data literacy across the college

• Develop communication strategies and resources that promote shared understanding of institutional data and metrics

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Management, Business Administration, or a related field

• Five (5) years of experience in data governance, data management, analytics, business analysis, or enterprise systems administration

• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives or governance programs within a complex organization

• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and data lifecycle concepts

• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and institutional data privacy and security standards

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 tools, including Power BI, Teams, SharePoint, and related collaboration platforms

CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education, including:

• Premium healthcare plans

• 11%+ employer retirement contributions

• Tuition discounts

• Generous personal leave