Job ID: 296573 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Division of Institutional Effectiveness (IE) provides support and leadership through planning, assessment, data analysis & reporting, performance monitoring & improvement, and project management. The practical and collaborative services drive overall organizational improvements in quality, responsiveness, and efficiency for internal and external stakeholders.
Job Summary
The Data Governance Coordinator manages the oversight of the institutional data governance program. The scope of institutional data governance covers the Augusta University (AU) data domains, including Academic Affairs and Colleges, Enrollment and Student Affairs, External Relations, Finance and Administration, Philanthropy and Alumni, Research, and Strategic Partnerships. This position has institution-wide reach and impact, offering the opportunity to build relationships across a broad range of units. The Data Governance Coordinator collaborates with data stewards, data managers, data analysts, and other stakeholders to establish data standards, set data quality rules, and promote responsible data use across the institution. This role has knowledge of data regulatory requirements at both the state and federal levels, and promotes data literacy, ensuring AU stakeholders know what data means, know where to find data, and how data should and should not be used.
Responsibilities
DATA GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK COORDINATION: Oversees and maintains the university data governance framework to coincide with that outlined in the University System of Georgia's Business Procedures Manual 12.0. The data governance framework clearly defines the roles and responsibilities of key data stakeholders, ensuring consistent definition, documentation, and appropriate use of institutional data assets. Acts as the subject matter expert for the university regarding the interpretation, implementation, and compliance with data governance policies and regulations. Draft and propose policies, processes, and procedures surrounding data governance to the appropriate data governance council and bodies. Produces documentation, instructions, usage agreements, and other guidance documents. Leads working groups to ensure data integrity, standards, and issues are resolved through collaboration with various roles on campus.
DATA GOVERNANCE SYSTEMS AND TOOLS MANAGEMENT: Coordinates the university's data governance function through the administration of data governance tools and systems. Manages tools and systems that support the data governance function, to include mission critical systems list, systems documentation, data element dictionary, reports inventory, and other documentation for compliance with the University System of Georgia Business Procedures Manual 12.0 Data Governance and Management. Facilitates the development of definitions and report specifications in an effort to document consistently and interpret data accurately. Manages ever-changing access to data based on roles and responsibilities.
DATA GOVERNANCE AND DATA LITERACY TRAINING: Creates and manages an outreach strategy that includes relationship development, communication, and compliance based on the goals set forth in the Institutional Data Strategy. Creates and provides training and support relevant to all institutional data roles and relevant data governance concepts.
DATA GOVERNANCE PROFESSION: Represents AU in consortia with peer universities and through data governance professional organizations and recommends strategic directions and priorities to AU leadership.
: Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and five years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate should have a background in data, reporting and/or systems management. Experience and knowledge in higher education institutions. Knowledge and experience of data architecture, business intelligence, and analytics. Experience in or knowledge of business process improvement methodology. Strong project planning and management skills.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases. Demonstrate knowledge of data governance concepts, techniques, processes and applications. Knowledge and experience of data architecture, business intelligence, and analytics. Knowledge of higher education institutions and experience with enterprise data in a university context. Experience in or knowledge of business process improvement methodology.
SKILLS
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills. Demonstrate leadership skills, excellent planning and analytical skills. Excellent writing skills and abilities to communicate complex ideas to various audiences. Strong project planning and management skills.
ABILITIES Ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrate ability to solve problems using creativity and innovation. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to cultivate professional and business partnerships. Ability to act independently and as part of a team. A willingness to be flexible and adapt to different stakeholder needs and organizational cultures.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B13
Salary: $68,500/annually-$73,320/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
