Data Steward

IDR, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 45,460; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Full benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and more

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Job summary

A leading staffing and recruiting firm is seeking a Data Steward to ensure data integrity and usability. You will collaborate with teams to maintain high-quality data and lead data governance initiatives. The ideal candidate has a strong background in data analysis and experience with Master Data Management tools. Join us to take your career in the data domain to the next level with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in data stewardship, data analysis, or similar roles.
• 1+ year of experience using Master Data Management tools.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for business-facing data.
• Collect, organize, and manage data from multiple sources.
• Maintain and update the Data Dictionary and create clear documentation.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Information Management, or related field

Tools

Master Data Management tools (like Informatica)

Microsoft SQL

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This range is provided by IDR, Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $33.00/hr

Job Summary

As a Data Steward on the Reporting Application team, you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity, consistency, and usability of critical business data. You will collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to maintain high-quality data, support data governance initiatives, and ensure accurate integration and documentation of product and supplier data.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the subject matter expert for business-facing data, including products and suppliers.
• Collect, organize, and manage data from multiple sources, partnering with stakeholders to identify and resolve data gaps.
• Maintain and update the Data Dictionary and create clear documentation for data definitions and processes.
• Review brand standards and translate product data into standardized templates.
• Analyze and understand data flows across systems; examine data mappings and provide recommendations.
• Monitor data quality and help define metrics for ongoing evaluation.
• Write SQL queries to extract and analyze data from the data warehouse.
• Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and reliability across platforms.

What We’re Looking For

• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset.
• Analytical thinker with the ability to solve problems and recommend data solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Flexibility to adapt in a dynamic business environment.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of accountability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Information Management, or related field – or equivalent work experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in data stewardship, data analysis, or similar roles.
• 1+ year of experience using Master Data Management tools (e.g., Informatica).
• 1–2 years of experience writing and executing Microsoft SQL queries.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience supporting data entry, quality, and operational best practices.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and more
• Opportunity to get in with an industry-leading organization

Why IDR?

• 20+ years of proven industry experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager committed to your success
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner 10 years in a row

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting