Management Analyst IV (Data Programs Coordinator) - Capps : Job Details

Job DescriptionPosition Title:Management Analyst IV (Data Programs Coordinator)Class/Group:1866/B25Military Occupation Specialty Code:Marine Corps 4502, 4505; Air Force 14FXFair Labor Standards Act Status:ExemptNumber of Vacancies:1Division/Section:Deputy Executive Director/Chief Data OfficeSalary Range:$6666.67 - $7333.33 / monthlyDuration:RegularHours Worked Weekly:40Work Schedule:This position may be eligible for flexible work hours and/or a hybrid work schedule if certain program guidelines are met; working arrangements may change at any time at the sole discretion of the agency.Travel:Occasional Work Location:300 W. 15th Street, #1300 / Austin, Texas 78701Web site:Refer Inquiries to:People and Culture OfficeTelephone:(512) ###-#### or (512) ###-#### How To Apply:

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Interview Place/Time:Candidates will be notified for appointments as determined by the selection committee.Selective Service Registration:Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25 years, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or proof of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.H-1B Visa Sponsorship:We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Department of Information Resources does not exclude anyone from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action, or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities, which it sponsors on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability. Please call 512-###-#### to request reasonable accommodation.Position DescriptionDivision:Deputy Executive Director/Chief Data Office Class/Group:1866 / B25 Title:Management Analyst IV (Data Programs Coordinator)Fair Labor Standards Act Status:ExemptWhat We DoThe Texas Department of Information Resources is the state agency charged with protecting the state's data and critical technology infrastructure, managing a multi-million-dollar cooperative contracts program, and providing strategic technology leadership, solutions, and innovation to all levels of Texas government. DIR is a fast-paced and collaborative environment with highly motivated and engaged employees dedicated to achieving the best value for the state. Position SummaryWorking within the Office of the Chief Data Officer, the individual will perform a variety of highly advanced (senior-level) technical, training, research, planning, policy, program assessment, and administrative activities for assigned program. The individual will have excellent writing, communication, presentation, analytical, organizational, and time management skills. This role will be involved in planning, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring open data and closed data program elements and services and the Data Literacy Program that support government and higher education organizations throughout the state. Knowledge and background in data practices is expected. May support the agency Records Management program. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative

• Supports the Chief Data Officer's initiatives by assisting with the development of the statewide data strategy, engaging in cross-agency collaborations, participating in briefings, presenting updates at relevant meetings, and staying current on best practices and advancements in data management.
• Collaborates with the Data Literacy Program Administrator to engage with customers and stakeholders, to identify and address their data literacy needs; ensuring the design and delivery of training materials that meet these requirements and helps develop and deliver training and educational sessions with a focus on integrating data literacy principles.
• Collaborates with Chief Data Office team members to evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of Open Data Portal (ODP) and Data Literacy programs, including tracking participant progress, identifying opportunities for improvement, and analyzing and reporting usage trends.
• Supports administrative and technical functions for current and new customers of the Open and Closed Data Portals (CDP) and the Texas Data Literacy Program, assisting in onboarding and training new users, addressing customer inquiries, facilitating discussions, and identifying candidate datasets for ODP publication and inter-agency data sharing.
• Consults and collaborates as needed with the ODP and Data Literacy Program platform vendors to resolve customer issues effectively, maintains strong vendor relationships, stays informed on platform updates, and acts as a liaison between the vendor and customers.
• Recommends enhancements or improvements to the Data Portal and Data Literacy platforms and develops and updates policies, procedures, best practices, and standards, ensuring alignment with statewide data programs and portal user access needs.
• May support the agency records management program.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in computer information systems, data analytics, business administration, or a related field.
• Additional work-related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis (high-school diploma required).

Experience and Training Required

• Minimum of five (5) years' recent experience in data management, including developing data management solutions and designing/developing data governance policies/standards.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience managing multiple priorities, problem solving, decision making, planning, and conducting presentations to IT and Business leadership.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience leveraging data to help solve complex business challenges/opportunities to drive business outcomes.

Experience and Training Preferred

• Experience working with data management related principles, enterprise information management, data governance, data quality, metadata and master data management, reference data, data handling ethics
• Experience working with records management-related principles

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of information technology and Open Data issues and trends
• Knowledge of data analysis and research methodology
• Knowledge of analytical software such as PowerBI and Tableau
• Strong written and verbal communications skills required; must be equally comfortable discussing data management strategic perspectives with executives and legislative staff, and implementation details with operational and technology staff.
• Organizational/political agility with the ability to drive large, cross-functional data management programs involving coordination with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, correlate, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent skills in devising solutions to problems; in marketing programs; preparing reports
• Excellent report writing, spelling, grammar, and presentation skills
• Strong project management skills to lead to effectively meet strategic and tactical goals.
• Skill in coordinating and solving problems; consultative and advisory skills
• Adept at queries and presenting findings in a clear and concise manner
• Demonstrated ability to work on concurrent tasks while effectively organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating work assignments
• Ability to present clear and compelling evidence in favor of recommendations
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, independence, and initiative in generating new ideas on all assignments
• Ability to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures, and to train others
• Ability to be responsive to queries and requests for assistance; recognize special or unusual situations and seek assistance as necessary
• Ability to be exercise creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships at all organizational levels, including agency management, direct supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers, and vendors.
• Ability to understand, follow and convey brief oral and/or written instructions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to support and contribute to a cohesive team environment
• Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines
• Ability to comply with all agency policy and applicable laws
• Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and applicable software necessary to perform work assignments. Strong knowledge and experience using Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook).

Other Requirements

• Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace
• Criminal background check

Working Conditions

• Frequent use of computers, copiers, printers, and telephones
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, listening, and talking
• Frequent work under stress, as a team member, and in direct contact with others
• Occasional bending, stooping, lifting, and climbing