Data Governance Specialist (02304)

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 41,130 - 58,580; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Office of Public Instruction (OPI) in Helena, MT seeks a Data Governance Specialist to support secure information access and maintain the integrity of critical systems. You will help implement governance policies, coordinate workflows, and prepare training materials for staff and educators.

Required is a BS/BA in IT or related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience. This on-site role engages with IT, data teams, and program stakeholders to ensure accurate data reporting and

Qualifications

• BS/BA in information technology, systems engineering, computer science, auditing, or related field.
• 3 or more years of job-related work experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered case-by-case.
• Knowledge of data governance systems, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Work with Data and IT to support access to secure information and ensure day-to-day operation and integrity of relevant systems.
• Support the implementation and coordination of data governance activities for OPI.
• Provide operational support for policies, processes, workflows, and process improvements related to data governance and reporting.
• Assist with ensuring data completeness, accuracy, and integrity for data collection and utility; prepare written communications, training materials, and technical presentations.

Skills

Data governance

Analytics

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Documentation

Education

BS/BA in information technology or related field

Job description

Overview

Job Overview: The Data Governance Specialist will work alongside Data and IT to support OPI’s access to secure and effective information. This position works closely with key IT staff to support the day-to-day operation and integrity of relevant systems, ensuring systems adhere to applicable standards and policies. The incumbent supports implementation and coordination of data governance activities for OPI. This position provides operational support for policies, processes, workflows, and process improvements related to data governance and reporting. The position assists with ensuring data completeness, accuracy, and integrity relative to data collection and utility and prepares written communication, training materials, and technical presentations.

Responsibilities

• Work with Data and IT to support access to secure and effective information and ensure day-to-day operation and integrity of relevant systems.
• Support the implementation and coordination of data governance activities for OPI.
• Provide operational support for policies, processes, workflows, and process improvements related to data governance and reporting.
• Assist with ensuring data completeness, accuracy, and integrity for data collection and utility; prepare written communications, training materials, and technical presentations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of data governance systems, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of technology used to capture and validate data collection.
• Strong prioritization, problem-solving, and analytics skills.
• Experience in definition and development of processes; process measurements and continuous process improvement, including process mapping and value stream mapping.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in information technology, systems engineering, computer science, auditing, or related field.
• 3 or more years of job-related work experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered case-by-case.

Does this sound like you?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online, including any veterans or disability preference documentation. When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process.

OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This position is in the PERS retirement system.

Salary: $36.19 per hour; Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible; Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Openings and other details

• Number of Openings: 1
• Employee Status: Regular
• Schedule: Full-Time
• Job Type: Standard
• Shift: Day
• Travel: No

Location

Primary Location: Helena. Agency: Office of Public Instruction. Union: Montana Federation of Public Employees.

Posting Date

Posting Date: Jul 20, 2026, 9:59:26 PM

Closing Date: Ongoing

Required Application Materials

Resume

Contact

Human Resources | [e-mail] | [phone]

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.