Data Analytics Manager (Chief Data Officer) - 20102087

Ohio Department of Public Safety; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Ohio Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Data Analytics Manager (Chief Data Officer) to lead the Office of Information Technology in Columbus. This full-time role manages the agency's data strategy, governance policies, and analytics initiatives, reporting to leadership and overseeing staff involved in data governance and analytics.

The position emphasizes data analytics leadership, AI oversight, and a structured pay progression from $48.93/hr to $69.94/hr with COLA and longevity pay,

Qualifications

• 84 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.
• Or completion of associate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 66 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 60 mos. exp. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles &/or techniques.
• Or completion of graduate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 48 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles &/or techniques.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as a Data Analytics Supervisor/Lead, 66936.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Chief Data Officer: creates, coordinates & manages the agency's data strategy & roadmap
• Develops & ensures adherence to data management & data governance related policies, procedures & processes in partnership with the CIO & other agency leadership
• Works with & supervises the activities of staff assigned to develop, coordinate, implement & oversee data management, data governance & data analytics
• Oversees all aspects of the department's public & internal data analytics
• Oversees all aspects of artificial intelligence for the agency

Skills

Data Analytics

Analyzation

Decision Making

Job description

Job Description - Data Analytics Manager (Chief Data Officer) - 20102087 (2600076R)

Organization

Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information : Stephanie Sweazy, [e-mail] or 614-265-6918

Unposting Date

Oct 6, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

DNR Franklin County 2045 Morse Road ODNR Main Columbus 43229

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $48.93/hr

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 8am-5pm Subject to Change

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Data Analytics

Technical Skills : Data Analytics

Professional Skills : Analyzation, Decision Making

Primary Technology : Not Applicable

Agency Overview

Who we are: Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all! Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement! Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured, free onsite parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Job Description

What we need: We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Data Analytics Manager within the Office of Information Technology, headquartered at Fountain Square, assigned to Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. To learn more about the Ohio Department of Natural Resources please visit Ohio Department of Natural Resources | Ohio.gov | Ohio Department of Natural Resources .

What you will do…

• Serves as Chief Data Officer: creates, coordinates & manages the agency's data strategy & roadmap
• Develops & ensures adherence to data management & data governance related policies, procedures & processes in partnership with the Chief Information Officer (CIO) & other agency leadership
• Works with & supervises the activities of staff assigned to develop, coordinate, implement & oversee data management, data governance & data analytics
• Oversees all aspects of the department's public & internal data analytics
• Oversees all aspects of artificial intelligence for the agency

Starting hourly pay of $48.93/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $69.94/hr. There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the Exempt pay range schedule & longevity rates Exempt Employees | Department of Administrative Services.

Training and Development Required to remain in the Classification After Employment: All state-offered & agency-directed technical training assigned to senior data analytics specialist; continuing education credits to be completed by classification requirements annually, as directed.

Note: This position is unclassified in accordance with ORC 124.11 (A) (9).

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

84 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.

Or completion of associate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 66 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.

Or completion of undergraduate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 60 mos. exp. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.

Or completion of graduate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 48 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.

Or 12 mos. exp. as a Data Analytics Supervisor/Lead, 66936.

Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skill: Data Analytics, Analyzation, Decision Making

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.