VP of Data Accountability and Compliance (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Weslaco (TX); Remote; USD 131,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools seeks a Vice President of Data Accountability and Compliance to lead data governance and compliance initiatives. This role involves supervision, strategizing data management practices, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements. Candidates should possess strong leadership and analytical skills with substantial experience in data governance.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous vacation time

Professional development

403(b) plan

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years in data management, with at least 3 years in a senior position.
• Education: Bachelor's in Information Systems or similar field.
• Intermediate to advanced mastery of AGILE and/or Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and enforcement of data governance strategies.
• Manage audits and compliance with data handling regulations.
• Partner with key departments to maintain compliance best practices.

Skills

Decision Making

Team Management

Data Governance

Compliance Knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Information Systems

Tools

AGILE Project Methodology

Waterfall Project Methodology

Job description

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Mission:

The Vice President of Data Accountability and Compliance leads the development, implementation, and enforcement of data governance and compliance strategies across the organization, focused on PEIMS and state compliance. VP will ensure that data handling practices align with all applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies while promoting a culture of transparency and accountability in data management.

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Supervisory Responsibilities:

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Location:

This is a full-time remote position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate.

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What Youu2019ll Do u2013 Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Ensure Data Governance and Compliance

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Continuously improve data management practices resulting in strong data governance and data health DATA HEALTH & INTEGRITY

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Achieve excellence in service models to deliver highly available infrastructure and network services.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Create org wide efficiencies and value streams through business process engineering & management

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 We look for Team and Family who embody the following values and characteristics

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Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Partner with key departments (Legal, IT, Security, Risk, and Operations) to develop and maintain data compliance best practices across the organization.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Manage internal and external audits of data handling and ensure that the organization remains compliant with relative regulations

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Ensure data governance standards and best practices are established and adhered to across all reporting and data services functions.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Directs the production of appropriate operations documentation, standards, and communication.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Assess potential risks to data compliance and develop strategies to mitigate those risk proactively.

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Knowledge and Skills u2013 Competencies

• Make Strategic Decisions: This leader is involved in high-level, strategic decision-making across multiple teams. They analyze complex data sets, predict trends, and make decisions that align with the organizationu2019s strategic goals. They also guide others on their teams to develop strategic thinking and decision-making skills.

• Manage Work and Teams: This leader is responsible for coordination between teams, aligning team objectives with organizational strategy, and ensuring resource allocation is optimized across teams. They also mentor other team leaders to enhance their management skills.

• Grow Self and Others: This leader is involved in planning and implementing development strategies across multiple teams or departments. They ensure alignment between individual growth and organizational goals, and they develop programs that address the needs of diverse groups within the organization.

• Build a Culture of Trust:u00A0 This leader is responsible for ensuring team members feel safe to express their ideas and concerns. They proactively address conflicts and facilitate open communication, setting the standard for trust and safety within the team.

• Communicate Deliberately: This leader prioritizes open channels of communication on their team. They facilitate team meetings, ensure clear dissemination of information, and encourage feedback loops within their teams to promote understanding and cohesion.

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Additional Skills:

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Analyze organizational needs and strategy to align data governance and compliance to support organizational accountability and accuracy for all regulatory reporting.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Ensure adherence to data privacy regulations, such as CCPA, HIPAA, and other relevant standards and laws.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Leverage vendor partnerships to advocate strongly for IDEAu2019s interests in both functionality, customization, data interoperability, and cost efficiencies aligned with growth

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Achieve 95% quarterly data health as measured at the end of each quarter, with 15% data health measurement growth with each subsequent quarter.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Leverage internal and partner data stewards to continuously expand internal audit and quality tools to measure expected health metrics for all data inputs.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Partner with Research & Analysis and Software Development to align data management practices and capabilities with strategic needs for delivering business intelligence and applications success through custom offerings.

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Liaise with HQ and regional leaders to drive common standards around data stewardship, integration, and annual review cycles.

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Required experience:

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Education: Bachelors in information systems, Computer Science, Data Science, or Business Administration

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Intermediate to advanced mastery of AGILE and/or Waterfall project methodologies

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Exceptional quantitative and technical skills

u00B7 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 5+ years in data management, reporting, analytics, or relative areas, with a least 3 years in leadership or senior position.

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Preferred experience:

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Physical Requirements:

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u00A0 What We Offer:

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Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $131,000 and $158,500, u00A0commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

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Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/ .

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* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

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Application process:

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

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Learn more about IDEA

At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members.u00A0 Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values

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