Principal Data Steward

State of Oregon; Salem; Hybrid; INR 8,507,000 - 12,571,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Career development

Hybrid work schedule

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

State of Oregon is seeking a Principal Data Steward to lead statewide data governance initiatives under the State Chief Data Officer. You will guide enterprise strategy, build the Oregon Data Stewards Council, and align with Data Governance Policy to enable data sharing and transparency.

You will collaborate with agencies to advance data quality, documentation, and analysis, supporting policy investments and open data programs while operating in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of data governance and data management best practices.
• Ability to communicate, train, and consult diverse groups on data governance and data quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide data governance initiatives and policy alignment.
• Drive data standards, metadata, and interoperability across agencies.

Skills

Data governance

Data management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/02/2026 Application Deadline: 09/17/2026 Agency: Department of Administrative Services Salary Range: $7,537 - $11,098 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Principal Data Steward

Job Description

Principal Data Steward Enterprise Information Services (EIS) is searching for a Principal Data Steward to join our team! Under the direction of the State Chief Data Officer, the Data Governance and Transparency team enables strategic business initiatives using data throughout the enterprise to benefit all Oregonians. The Principal Data Steward provides strategic, tactical, and operational leadership in the development of statewide data governance initiatives. You are responsible for advancing data governance outcomes that directly contribute to the success of statewide policy investments, research initiatives, and open data and government transparency efforts. You will leverage the requirements and structures in statute and in the state’s Data Governance Policy to build enterprise data governance and policy-area specific data governance. You will build the Oregon Data Stewards Council and work with agency partners to identify vital data elements and build data standards and practices that allow for data integration, sharing, and interoperability. You will conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing data governance operations pursuant to developing enterprise strategies, frameworks, and approaches that align Oregon’s Open Data Standard, Data Governance Policy, and Geospatial Framework Program. Your efforts will ultimately guide and support how agencies document information assets, create and share data and metadata, evaluate program outcomes, and conduct critical business analyses.

What You’ll Do

The responsibilities include the duties described in the Job Description paragraph above.

This Is What You Need to Qualify

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Data Science, Computer Science, or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the necessary knowledge and skills for this position; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work related to this position. OR; Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for this position. The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes: Extensive knowledge of data governance and data management best practices Ability to communicate, train, and consult a variety of individuals and organizations in data governance, data management, and data quality best practices Experience employing data governance techniques to facilitate data analysis, program evaluation, and other methods of drawing insights using data Experience convening and working with diverse partner groups and in facilitating and building consensus amongst partners Ability to communicate clearly and concisely using non-technical language Ability to balance competing priorities and initiatives across multiple state structures Strong leadership skills, including experience coordinating and staffing advisory groups, working groups, and interdisciplinary teams Experience with transformational systems change, organizational change management and other tools for facilitating large scale cultural changes.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.
• Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
• Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
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• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.
• Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position supports a hybrid work schedule. Following a successful onboarding process and integration to the organization, you can expect to work in the office 1-2 days per week, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met.

Additional Details

This announcement is for One, full-time, permanent, Management Service Non-Supervisory, Principal Data Steward (Operations and Policy Analyst 4) position and may be used to fill future vacancies. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time. Employee will be required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides or an acceptable form of transportation. Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmsitive Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”