Data Classification Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

This role implements approved policies to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance collaboratively across all business units, and maintains reporting warehouse integrity, executes data life cycle management, data quality control checks, while ensuring day-to-day operational adherence, aligned with governance standards established by the second line of defense (2LoD). This position is Full Time; typical schedule is Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position is fully onsite in Tacoma or Bremerton, Washington. Base Salary Range: $40.08 - $50.10 - $60.12 per hour Role at a Glance: Executes approved data governance policies and standards. Performs first line quality checks and monitoring activities on data processes, reports, and outputs to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.

Operates first-line monitoring of data quality controls and validation processes and maintains operational dashboards for data performance. Executes and maintains data classification, manages storage, and implements retention procedures and strategies. Coordinates and collaborates with business units in data quality and change maintenance to ensure proper data governance practices are implemented and resolve data discrepancies and improve accuracy.

Creates and provides operational performance reports based on established KPI and KRI metrics. Identifies data-related risks, documents and reports to second line of defense (2LoD), and mitigates. Manages issue remediation plans.

Supports integration of new data from multiple sources into centralized repositories. Partners with IT to optimize data infrastructure for scalability and security. Adheres to regulatory requirements (e.g., GLBA, GDPR, FFIEC guidelines) and maintains documentation and evidence for audits and regulatory examinations.

Works closely with compliance, risk, IT, and business teams to align data initiatives. Core Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Business Administration - preferred 5+ years of recent experience in data management, governance, or related role within a financial services and community bank environment, demonstrating strong working knowledge of banking regulations and data privacy laws required. Recent experience with data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK) preferred.

Familiarity with cloud-based data solutions and cybersecurity principles preferred. Provides an exceptional level of quality service for internal/external customers; responds to customers' needs, questions and concerns in an accurate, effective, and timely manner. Highly effective listening, verbal, written, and telephone etiquette business communication skills, including effective questioning strategies, negotiation and presentation skills; with the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English well.

Proficient working knowledge of data governance principles and practices and understanding of relevant statutory frameworks applying to data governance such as the (e.g. Data Protection Act, (GDPR) General Data Protection Regulation. Strong planning, organizational, time management data review and follow up skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and goals, ensuring that priorities are set and commitments and oftentimes competing deadlines are met, with minimal direction and/or oversight.

Strong analytical reasoning skills to synthesize information accurately and effectively to understand and interpret regulatory requirements and appropriately apply principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies to the position. Strong working knowledge of the financial services industry, including information security and regulatory requirements relating to data governance., Experience in delivering data quality initiatives that have provided tangible efficiencies and/or business value. Demonstrated technical skills as it relates to complex, secure, high-volume, and highly available service delivery and processing environments.

Strategic in approach to decision-making with proven ability to analyze information, develop strategies and deliver results. Working knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management, to include developing and executing project plans and road maps. Thoroughly understands and applies principles, procedures, compliance requirements, regulations, and policies related to assigned area of responsibility.

Unquestionable integrity in handling sensitive and confidential information required. Proficient and advanced use and understanding MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) with the ability to adapt to new products and technologies quickly. Proficient use of data management tools and platforms (e.g., SQL, ETL, data cataloging solutions) - required.

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI or similar certification; Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) preferred. Work Environment/Conditions: Climate controlled office environment. Work involves being able to concentrate on the matter at hand, under sometimes distracting work conditions, and frequent employee and customer contacts and interruptions during the day.

Work requires regular attendance and adherence to agreed-upon schedule with willingness to work a flexible schedule and/or extended hours as needed. Physical Demands/Effort: Work may involve the constant use of computer screens, reading of reports, and sitting throughout the day. Ability to operate a computer keyboard, multi-line telephone, photocopier, scanner and facsimile which often requires dexterity of hands and fingers with repetitive wrist and hand motion.

Typically sitting at a desk or table; intermittently standing, stooping, bending at the waist, walking, climbing, kneeling or crouching to file materials. Occasional lifting up to 10 lbs. (files, boxes, etc.).

At Heritage Bank, we work hard, but we also know how important it is to take time off to stay healthy, relax, and spend time doing what makes your heart happy! As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a total rewards package, which includes base salary based on the role, experience, and skill set, along with an exceptional benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), community volunteer time), and generous time off policy. Full-time team members receive a minimum of 10 paid vacation days annually* and eight hours of paid sick leave per month*, while also enjoying 11 paid holidays each calendar year, and an annual float day.

*pro-rated from start date and/or hours worked.To view Benefits Summary: Apply > Current Openings > position > attachment. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exclusive list of all qualifications for this position. Heritage Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, and job performance. The range listed is just one component of Heritage Bank’s total compensation package for full-time and part-time employees. Depending on position, other total compensation rewards may include monthly, quarterly or annual incentive, and/or bonuses.

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