Director of Data Integrity & Governance

Support Um; Missoula (MT); Hybride; USD 105 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Retirement Planning (11% 403b)

Hybrid remote work

Generous time off & holidays

Parental leave

Health and wellness benefits

Résumé du poste

University of Montana Foundation seeks a Director of Data Integrity to lead data governance and constituent information management, ensuring accuracy and reliability of data for fundraising and decision-making.

The role reports to the Vice President of Advancement Services and collaborates with Prospect Research, Gift Processing, and BI teams to promote best practices. Applies across fundraising operations and data stewardship initiatives.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in advancement services, CRM administration, data management, or related operations.
• Experience developing and enforcing data standards and governance practices.
• Familiarity with fundraising database entities and terminology.

Responsabilités

• Maintain the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of constituent records.
• Develop and maintain data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Lead organizational best practices for data entry, maintenance, documentation, and usage.
• Direct data integrity initiatives including audits, cleanup, duplicates, and standardization.

Connaissances

Data governance

CRM administration

Data management

Leadership

Data quality

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related

Outils

Microsoft Dynamics

Salesforce

Description du poste

At the University of Montana Foundation, the lives we change will change the world. We inspire donors to bolster UM’s mission of providing an accessible, affordable, and world-class education.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the people and culture of the University we serve, fostering an environment allowing us to inspire each other to our best work. We act with integrity and respect, and work to create a team where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

Why Work for Us?

• Retirement Planning: 403(b) employer contribution of 11%, no employee match required!
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Opportunity for a hybrid remote work arrangement each week
• Generous Time off Benefits: Team members accrue four weeks of vacation and 12 days of sick leave per year, with an additional 11 days of holiday leave
• Family Support: Paid parental leave for new parents
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, wellness program, and short-term and long-term disability pay protection benefits

The Director of Data Integrity provides strategic and operational leadership for the Foundation's data governance and constituent information management functions, ensuring the completeness, accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data that supports fundraising and organizational decision-making.

Reporting to the Vice President of Advancement Services, the Director establishes and advances data standards, stewardship practices, and quality controls that promote trusted constituent data across the Foundation's data ecosystem. The Director leads the Data Integrity department and collaborates closely with Prospect Research and Management, Gift Processing, Business Intelligence, Development, and other data stakeholders to advance data management best practices and support organizational objectives.

By maximizing the value of the Foundation’s data assets, the Director enables fundraising success, constituent engagement, and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of constituent records
• Develop and maintain data governance policies, standards, and procedures
• Establish organizational best practices for constituent data entry, maintenance, documentation, and usage
• Lead strategic initiatives focused on improving data quality, consistency, and operational efficiency
• Direct ongoing data integrity initiatives including audits, cleanup projects, duplicate management, and standardization efforts
• Design, coordinate, and deliver data literacy initiatives that empower staff to understand, interpret, and apply data responsibly

Ideal Candidate:

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in advancement services, CRM administration, data management, or related operations
• Experience developing and enforcing data standards and governance practices
• Understanding of fundraising database entities and terminology
• Demonstrated experience working with detailed records and maintaining a high degree of accuracy
• Experience working with an enterprise CRM, preferably Microsoft Dynamics or Salesforce
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations, data security standards, and compliance practices
• Supervisory experience

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity

The University of Montana Foundation is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process at the University of Montana Foundation, contact [e-mail] . All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Additional Information

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Priority Application Date:

• October 20 th , 2026. Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration.

If you do not meet all the qualifications of the position, you are still encouraged to apply.