Director of Data Solutions and Analytics

Harris County; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government administration entity in Houston is seeking a Director of Data Solutions and Analytics. This pivotal role involves overseeing data management, driving a data-driven culture, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leadership, analytics, and data governance, contributing to the enhancement of public services through data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience required with Bachelor's or 8 years with Master's.
• Expertise in managing cross-functional teams and projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overall data strategy.
• Lead data management and analytics functions.
• Oversee data governance and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Tableau

Python

Power BI

SQL

R

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Position Description

About Harris County and Universal Services:

Harris County Universal Services (Universal Services) is transforming the way the County does business and seeking a Director of Data Solutions and Analytics to join our team.

Position Description

About Harris County and Universal Services:

Harris County Universal Services (Universal Services) is transforming the way the County does business and seeking a Director of Data Solutions and Analytics to join our team.

Universal Services is the enterprise IT solutions center for the departments and offices of Harris County, providing Information Technology, Public Safety and Justice Technologies, 311 Constituent Engagement Services, Fleet Services, and Records and Information Governance Services.

Harris County is the third largest and most diverse county in the nation, with a population of more than 4.7 million. Harris County Commissioners Court, the County’s governing body, directs a budget of more than $4 billion providing essential services including flood control, infrastructure, healthcare, housing, and justice administration.

This is a great time to join Universal Services as we enhance critical services to Harris County residents and internal customers.

Position Overview:

The Director of Data Solutions and Analytics is responsible for planning, coordinating, and evaluating the various services, policies, and is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the data management and analytics strategy within Universal Services and stakeholders. This position plays a critical role in driving a data-driven culture, ensuring data governance, enhancing data analytics capabilities, and utilizing data to inform decisions to ultimately enhance public services, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of certain county operations.

This role is pivotal in ensuring data assets are aligned with Harris County's goals and that they comply with relevant state and federal level regulations.

The position would report to the Chief Information Officer and Executive Director of Universal Services.

Job Duties:

Data Strategy and Leadership:

• Develop and implement the Universal Services overall data strategy.
• Lead the data management, analytics, and business intelligence functions to align with Harris County's objectives.
• Combine leadership, analytics, governance, and innovation to ensure that data is effectively utilized to drive business objectives and decision-making.
  
  
  

Data Governance:

• Lead development of data warehouse initiatives for mission critical efforts including but not limited to, Commissioners Court directives, customer department priorities, and Universal Services efforts to support data classification, catalog, and mining.
• Manage complex meetings, working groups, and stakeholder dynamics related to data governance.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies for continuous refinement of data management practices.
• Familiarity with data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, etc.).
  
  
  

Innovation, Research, and Technology Adoption:

• Explore and executing new data-driven use cases aligned with County needs, including collaboration with the Sr. Manager of Innovation to explore and implement new data technologies and tools to encourage innovative solutions
• Identify resources and other needs, general challenges, priorities, technology, research, and partnership opportunities.
• Oversee data and research projects
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies for continuous refinement of data management practices.
  
  
  

Analytics & Business Intelligence:

• Plan, manage, execute, and report on analytics projects regarding department operations.
• Guide teams to provide effective decision support through modeling and other analytical tools.
• Oversee the integration of data from various sources, ensuring it can be analyzed and reported effectively.
  
  
  

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work with key stakeholders (internal and external) to align data initiatives with business objectives.
• Act as a liaison between the data team and other departments to ensure seamless communication and data usage across the organization.
• Manage relationships with key government stakeholders and external partners
  
  
  

Team Management & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the data analytics team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Possess strong interpersonal relationship skills, including influencing, consulting, and relationship management.
• Hire and retain top data talent, building a strong data-driven team.
  
  
  

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] .

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific, technical, business, or quantitative field with 10 years previous related experience required
  
  
  

OR

• Master's Degree or equivalent in a related field with 8 years of previous related experience required
  
  
  

Experience:

• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, big data analysis, and analytic tools (ex: Tableau, Python, Power BI, SQL, R)
• Proven experience in senior leadership role and experience with elected stakeholders
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and projects.
• Deep knowledge of strategy, innovation, data management, AI, and business intelligence tools.
• Expertise in data governance frameworks and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  
  
  

Applicants for this position will be subject to a criminal background check that includes being fingerprinted. This applies to any position with network access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) or access to an area where CJIS is received, maintained or stored either manually or electronically (i.e. custodian, maintenance).

Automatic Disqualification:

• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for any Felony, and any Class A Misdemeanor
• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor, if within the previous 10 years
• Open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor)
• Family Violence conviction
  
  
  

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Education:

• Master's degree in Data Science, Public Administration, or other relevant field.
  
  
  

Experience:

• Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing data infrastructure.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Industry certifications in data science, analytics, or related fields.
• Experience with cloud technologies and big data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Previous experience in a highly innovative or digital-first organization.
  
  
  

General Information

Location:

• 406 Caroline Street, Houston, TX 77002
  
  
  

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 8 hour/day
  
  
  

Work Arrangement:

• Hybrid (4 Days onsite/1 Day Work from Home)
  
  
  

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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