Data Governance & Analytics Manager

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree

6% base salary retirement contribution

18 days of personal leave plus paid holidays

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Daytona Beach seeks a Data Governance & Analytics Manager to enhance data stewardship and analytics practices. The role involves implementing governance frameworks, developing dashboards, and optimizing institutional data usage. Candidates should have a Master's degree and experience in data governance. Strong skills in data visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI are essential. This position offers generous benefits, including comprehensive health coverage and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in data governance, stewardship, or data management.
• Ability to interpret data accurately across stakeholders.
• Experience with compliance-related reporting requirements in higher education.
• Working knowledge of data warehousing concepts and data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Implement a framework for data-related activities.
• Develop and maintain a catalog of dashboard-related data.
• Ensure IR dashboards are consistent and user-friendly.
• Coordinate with governance teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Data governance practices

Data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)

Communication skills

Facilitation skills

Relationship-building

Education

Master’s degree in Information Systems or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

PeopleSoft

Job description

Data Governance & Analytics Manager

Serves as a strategic partner within the Institutional Research office, guiding data stewardship, accuracy, and effective use of institutional data across the university.

Key Responsibilities & Oversight

Data Management & Governance

• Implement a framework that outlines authority and decision‑making processes for data‑related activities and the appropriate management of institutional data.
• Engage governance teams by aligning subject matter experts, IT, and IR specialists, data domain stewards, and other stakeholders in a matrix model.
• Facilitate communication and coordination among governance teams, subject matter experts, data stewards, IT, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive catalog of dashboard‑related data, including standards, definitions, lineage, and governance guidelines.

Dashboard Strategy & Development

• Define clear ownership by identifying primary stakeholders and data stewards responsible for maintaining visualizations.
• Develop and document a standardized process for requesting, prioritizing, and developing new visualizations to ensure alignment, avoid duplication, and promote consistency in data usage.
• Evaluate existing vendor‑provided and internally developed dashboards to assess effectiveness and identify unmet needs, usability issues, and opportunities for consolidation, enhancement, or development.
• Design and develop cross‑functional and executive‑level dashboards.

Optimize Institutional Research Data & Content

• Maintain and enhance the Institutional Research (IR) data portal, public website, and internal site.
• Ensure that IR dashboards are visually consistent, branded, user‑friendly, and aligned with institutional priorities.
• Curate and maintain the IR data library, ensuring accessibility and version control of key institutional data assets.

Perks Await You at Embry‑Riddle!

• Health Benefits: comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and wellness programs.
• Tuition Coverage: 100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree; discounted rates for spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: 6% gift of base salary, 4% matching contribution, no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: 18 days of personal leave in first year; 9+ paid holidays.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Higher Education, Public Policy, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in data governance, stewardship, institutional research, or data management within a complex organization.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret data within an organizational and functional context, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and appropriate use across stakeholders.
• Experience operationalizing data governance practices, including defining data standards, coordinating data stewards, documenting data definitions, and ensuring data quality.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI, focusing on user experience and data storytelling.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship‑building skills; ability to bridge technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Familiarity with compliance‑related reporting requirements in higher education (e.g., IPEDS, accreditation, state and federal reporting).
• Experience with content management systems and maintaining data‑focused websites or internal portals.
• Working knowledge of student information systems (PeopleSoft preferred) and related campus platforms.
• Understanding of data warehousing concepts, ETL workflows, and data architecture enough to collaborate with IT.
• Familiarity with data cataloging and governance platforms (e.g., Data Cookbook).

Preferred

• Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams in data initiatives without formal supervisory authority.
• Skill in translating business or academic questions into clear data requirements and dashboard specifications.
• Commitment to data accessibility, equitable representation in dashboards, and user‑centered design principles.

Application Process/Requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry‑Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310867. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter
• Full resume
• Contact information for at least three professional references (references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process).

Current Embry‑Riddle employees should apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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