Enterprise Data Manager

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service; United States; Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous Annual Leave entitlement

Family Friendly policies

Free gym access and fitness support

Learning and Development opportunities

Blue Light Membership and discounts

Mental Health and Wellbeing support

Access to the Firefighters Charity

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service is seeking an experienced data leader to head the Data Management team. You will manage two Data Management Officers and collaborate across Digital, Data and Technology to embed lifecycle processes that support organisational objectives.

You will champion data quality, privacy by design and develop enterprise governance frameworks while guiding data products through their lifecycle. The role emphasizes people development and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Substantial practitioner level experience in data, information reporting or data management, with degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven leadership and people management of teams and performance.
• Strong knowledge of data model design and database management.
• Ability to set priorities, deliver outcomes and navigate change.
• Excellent analytical, evaluative and numerical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of enterprise data management policies and standards.
• Champion data quality, integrity, ethics and privacy by design.
• Develop governance frameworks, data ownership, and lifecycle management processes.
• Oversee data modelling, metadata, data dictionaries and data products.
• Support projects to embed data requirements into new systems.
• Build data capability and literacy across the Service and foster trusted data as an asset.

Skills

Enterprise data

Leadership

Data architecture

Strategic delivery

Analysis & problem solving

Communication & influence

Education

Degree in data management or related field

Tools

Database technologies

Job description

Reporting to the Information and Data Governance Manager, you'll lead the Data Management team, including line management for two Data Management Officers. Working closely with colleagues across Digital, Data and Technology and the wider Service, you will develop and embed effective data management, quality assurance and data lifecycle processes that support organisational objectives.,

• Leading the development and implementation of enterprise data management policies, procedures and standards.
• Championing data quality, integrity, ethical use and privacy by design.
• Developing governance frameworks, data ownership arrangements and lifecycle management processes.
• Overseeing data modelling, metadata, data dictionaries and data products throughout their lifecycle.
• Supporting projects and departments to embed enterprise data requirements and into new and evolving systems.
• Building data capability and literacy across the Service, enabling colleagues to use data confidentiality and effectively. We're seeking a collaborative and influential leader with significant experience in data management and governance. You'll be equally comfortable shaping strategy, and delivering practical solutions, with the ability to build strong relationships, communicate complex concepts clearly, and inspire confidence in the value of data.

You'll be passionate about developing people, driving continuous improvement and creating a culture where trusted, high-quality data is recognised as a vital organisational asset.

1. Enterprise data expertise: substantial practitioner level experience in data, information reporting or data and information management, supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience.
2. Leadership and people management: proven experience of leading, motivating and developing teams and managing performance against agreed service outcomes.
3. Data architecture and technology: Strong knowledge of data model design and extensive experience of the design, development and ongoing management of database technologies.
4. Strategic delivery and change: the ability to set priorities, deliver outcomes, work effectively with ambiguity and overcome barriers to change.
5. Analysis and problem solving: excellent analytical, evaluative and numerical skills, with the ability to develop practical and innovative solutions.
6. Communication and stakeholder influence: excellent written verbal and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Alongside a rewarding role with real organisational impact, you'll benefit from a supportive work environment and a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous Annual Leave entitlement
• Family Friendly policies
• Free gym access and fitness support
• Learning and Development opportunities.
• Blue Light Membership and associated discounts.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing support
• Access to the Firefighters Charity
• Cycle to Work Scheme