Data Steward

Mechanics Bank; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Steward to enhance their data governance framework, ensuring robust policy implementation and fostering data literacy across the organization. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish governance processes and managing critical data elements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data governance and metadata management, along with excellent communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical teams. Join this innovative firm and contribute to a culture of data excellence while working in a dynamic environment that values partnership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data governance within financial services.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain data governance frameworks and standards.
• Develop and deliver data governance training materials.

Skills

Data Governance

Metadata Management

Data Quality

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Management

Tools

Global IDs

Ataccama

Job description

Mechanics Bank is currently searching for a Data Steward to join our team. Here at Mechanics Bank, we value connection, partnership, long term relationships and working together in person. This role can work remote or onsite within our California footprint.

The Data Steward focus is on enhancing our data governance framework, supporting critical data domains, and ensuring robust policy and standards implementation. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Risk and business units, this position will work to establish data governance processes and practices within the specific data domains. With a strong background in metadata management, critical data elements (CDEs), data quality, and controls, the Data Steward is responsible for training and fostering data literacy within the banking industry.

This position plays a critical role in the advancement of the organization's data governance initiatives while fostering a culture of data excellence.

What you will do:

Data Governance Framework & Policy:

• Implement and maintain data governance frameworks and standards in accordance Data Governance Policy and regulatory requirements (e.g. CCPA)

• Assists in the development and publication of the Data Governance Framework, including policies, standards, and procedures to ensure data quality, integrity, and security

• Partner with data domain Business Owners and Data Custodians to foster a culture of accountability for data governance

• Ensures alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives

Metadata Management:

• Develops and maintains Data Cataloging and Metadata Management repositories within Global IDs

• Identifies, document, and manage data domain CDEs data definitions and dictionaries

• Develops and implement processes for monitoring and maintaining CDEs

Data Quality & Controls

• Works closely with the business units to help design and document effective data controls and quality monitoring processes

• Develops key data quality metrics and dashboards to provide visibility into data quality issues.

Training and Data Literacy:

• Develops and deliver data governance training materials to promote data literacy across the organization

• Partners with key stakeholders to integrate data governance practices into daily operations

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Supports data governance council and related working groups in achieving the data governance objectives

• Acts as a liaison between business and technical teams to align data governance objectives

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data governance, metadata management, data quality or related roles within the financial services industry.

• Relevant certifications such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or similar is highly desired.

• Strong understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and tools.

• Experience with data governance technologies and metadata management tools (e.g., Global IDs, Ataccama, etc.)

• Proficient in developing and monitoring data quality metrics and controls.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.

• Experience in financial services or regulated industries preferred.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as CCPA, BCBS 239, or similar preferred.

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Pay Range: $90,000- $145,000 annually

Final compensation package will be determined by the work experience, education, and/or skill level of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with geographic market data.

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