GIS Program Manager-Richmond VA-Hybrid

Info Origin Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Info Origin Inc in Richmond, VA is seeking an Associate Program Manager – Data & GIS Governance to lead enterprise data governance, GIS governance and master data management initiatives. The role focuses on ensuring high-quality, well-managed data assets to support operations, compliance and strategic decision-making, with strong experience in ArcGIS and data lifecycle concepts.

Expect collaboration with cross-functional teams to establish governance standards, documentation, and training

Qualifications

• 8+ years in enterprise data governance, data quality, and lifecycle management.
• Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and master data management.
• Experience leading cross-functional data initiatives in large organizations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support enterprise data governance and stewardship initiatives.
• Manage master data, metadata, and data lifecycle processes.
• Develop and implement data quality improvement and remediation strategies.
• Establish governance standards, documentation, and data classification practices.
• Support GIS governance and ArcGIS platform administration and integration.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to align data policies and priorities.
• Create governance documentation, training materials, and stakeholder communications.
• Drive adoption of modern data management tools and best practices.

Skills

Enterprise data governance

Data quality management

Data lifecycle management

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Tools

ArcGIS

Safe Software FME

Job description

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Salary Range: $70.00 To $75.00 Hourly

We are seeking an Associate Program Manager – Data & GIS Governance to lead enterprise data governance, GIS governance, and master data management initiatives. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, well-managed data assets that support business operations, compliance, and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate has strong experience in enterprise data governance, data lifecycle management, data quality, and ArcGIS.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support enterprise data governance and stewardship initiatives.
• Manage master data, metadata, and data lifecycle processes.
• Develop and implement data quality improvement and remediation strategies.
• Establish governance standards, documentation, and data classification practices.
• Support GIS governance and ArcGIS platform administration and integration.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to align data policies and priorities.
• Create governance documentation, training materials, and stakeholder communications.
• Drive adoption of modern data management tools and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise data governance, data quality, and data lifecycle management.
• Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and master data management.
• Experience leading cross-functional data initiatives in large organizations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of ArcGIS platform experience.
• 5+ years of Safe Software FME experience.