Data Governance Analyst

Kwik Trip, Inc.; Onalaska (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company located in Onalaska, WI, is seeking an experienced Data Governance Analyst to join their Data Governance Office. This full-time role focuses on developing data governance policies and processes while collaborating with various teams to enhance compliance and data literacy. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and 3-5 years of experience in data governance or compliance. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in Data Governance, Compliance, or Data Management.
• Knowledge of CCPA, GDPR, MCDPA, BIPA and other data privacy laws preferred.
• CDMP Certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and enhance existing governance policy, protocols, and processes.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with data governance policies.
• Serve as subject matter expert for data governance policy and standards.

Skills

Data Governance

Compliance

Project Leadership

Communication Skills

Judgment and Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Management, Information Systems

Tools

Data Catalog

Data Intelligence Platform

Job description

Data Governance Analyst 2 – Data Governance - La Crosse, WI:

Kwik Trip’s Data Governance Office has a unique opportunity for an experienced full-time Data Governance Analyst. This position will be responsible for the ongoing development of data governance policies and processes that shape the future of Kwik Trip’s Data Governance program. You will work with various business and technical teams to foster development and adoption of new processes, guidelines, standards, and promote data compliance and literacy within the organization. You will also conduct audits and perform operational tasks to support governance policy. Additionally, you will help to support the implementation of a data catalog with respect to data classification and data policy.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and enhance existing governance policy, protocols, and processes to strengthen governance posture. Develop new policy as needed to support new and existing initiatives for compliance with data regulations.
• Collaborate with security, technical, and business teams to foster ongoing alignment with implemented policies.
• Serve as subject matter expert for data governance policy, standards, and protocols for business and technical teams.
• Perform periodic audits, complete privacy-related tasks, and ensure ongoing compliance to implemented governance protocols.
• Develop data retention policy and process to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Review data sharing, software, AI, and integration requests to ensure data governance compliance and best practices are utilized.
• Assist in development and delivery of data governance literacy efforts throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to assist implementation of the Data Intelligence Platform/Data Catalog in the enterprise.
• Manage and maintain backlog prioritization and issue tracking with technical analysts.
• Provide exceptional service to our internal business teams and guests.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Management, Information Systems, or related field
• Required: 3-5 years’ experience in Data Governance, Compliance, or Data Management
• Knowledge of CCPA, GDPR, MCDPA, BIPA and other data privacy laws preferred
• CDMP Certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification
• Demonstrated experience of project leadership skills
• Strong independent judgment with the ability to assess issues and recommend appropriate solutions
• Ability to understand complex, high‑level objectives and translate them into clear, actionable deliverables
• Collaborate well with others to build and leverage diverse relationships to work towards a common goal
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to facilitate discussions with a variety of teams
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, daytime hours; weekends as needed