Data Governance Manager
Company: Equity Residential
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 31, 2024
Job Description:
Working for Equity Residential (NYSE:EQR), a leading
multi-family real estate investment trust (REIT), means being part
of a community and striving to provide the best in apartment
living, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and
inspiring creativity in the ways we work together. Our portfolio of
high-quality properties in urban growth markets - New York City,
Boston, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles -
provides homes where people most want to live, work and play. We've
got the best people in the business, and our experience shows in
our dedication to our residents and in how much we value each other
as colleagues. That's why our employees say they are proud to work
at Equity, a company that gives our residents a place where they
can Live Remarkably and offers a culture where our employees have
the opportunity to make their mark.
As a Data Governance Manager, you will work closely with a
multidisciplinary Agile team to develop and implement a holistic
Data Governance Framework, ensuring the integrity, security, and
quality of our data assets. This framework will include robust
policies and standards, driving compliance and data privacy across
the organization. Your efforts will empower business owners, data
engineers, and BI developers to make informed, data-driven
decisions while safeguarding sensitive information.
The ideal candidate is a Data Governance Manager with a strong
background in Data Engineering and Program Management. They have
experience crafting and enforcing data governance policies that
ensure data quality and security. They are Agile practitioners,
possess strong problem-solving skills, collaborate effectively with
cross-functional teams, and are dedicated to establishing a culture
of data stewardship and accountability.Who You Are
- Strategically Focused and Detail-Oriented: You excel at
developing comprehensive strategies while paying meticulous
attention to detail in execution and implementation.
- Clear and Persuasive Communicator: You possess the ability to
articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical
stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding.
- Methodical Organizer: You effectively manage multiple
initiatives, ensuring all aspects of the framework are implemented
seamlessly and on schedule.
- Results-Driven: You are committed to achieving high standards,
continually driving improvements and fostering a culture of
excellence.
- Collaborative Integrator: You work effectively with business
owners, data engineers, and BI engineers, fostering
cross-functional collaboration to achieve shared goals.
- Data-Savvy Analyst: Your proficiency in SQL enables you to work
with data at a granular level, ensuring data integrity and quality.
You can analyze data effectively, using your skills to support
governance initiatives and translate findings into actionable
insights for the organization.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with users, domain experts, and key stakeholders to
develop a comprehensive Data Governance Framework, ensuring
alignment with business objectives.
- Develop, implement, and maintain policies and standards for
data quality, security, and privacy, including the creation of SQL
tests and automated checks to ensure data integrity.
- Work closely with data engineers, BI engineers, and business
owners to integrate governance best practices into data workflows,
including the development of data quality dashboards for monitoring
and reporting.
- Lead initiatives to evaluate and implement tools and processes
that support data governance, such as data cataloging and lineage
tracking, enhancing overall data management and
stewardship.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to data and analytics
professionals, promoting adherence to governance standards and
practices through hands-on support and code reviews.
- Foster collaboration and integration across teams to ensure a
cohesive approach to data governance, driving strategic outcomes
and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Computer Science, Information
Systems, or a related analytical field; a Master's degree is a
plus.
- Experience assessing overall data capabilities of an
organization to develop and mature a data governance
program.
- 3+ years of experience in Program Management with a focus on
data-driven projects, including leading cross-functional teams and
managing project timelines and deliverables.
- Proficiency in SQL, with 3+ years of experience writing and
optimizing SQL queries, including the development of SQL-based data
quality tests and validations.
- Experience in data governance or data management roles, with a
strong understanding of data quality, security, and privacy
principles.
- Experience working with data engineering teams to implement
data governance practices within ETL pipelines and data workflows,
including the creation of data quality dashboards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability
to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions
and governance policies.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to create
clear and concise documentation and effectively convey technical
concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA),
with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and adapt
to changing priorities.
- Python experience is advantageous, especially for automating
data governance processes and enhancing data quality checks.
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Keywords: Equity Residential, Chicago , Data Governance Manager, Executive , Chicago, Illinois
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