Permanent Data Governance Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:
NEOGOV is part of the County of Roanoke Virginia's Department of Information Technology, which is nationally recognized for its innovation. The Data Services Supervisor leads the Data Services team, ensuring the integrity and security of data assets while overseeing database management and data governance initiatives.
Responsibilities:
• Supervises the daily operations of the Data Services team including planning, assigning, and reviewing work
• Provides accountability for database strategy as a part of adherence to IT’s Enterprise Architecture standards, through coordination with related infrastructure and application solution teams providing storage, servers, networks, cloud environments and systems and integration
• Oversees the design, implementation, and maintenance of databases, repositories, and related data systems
• Provides oversight for data governance initiatives, ensuring policies and standards are applied across structured (SQL databases, content repositories), semi-structured (email), and unstructured (file systems, Teams, SharePoint, video, social media) data sources
• Establishes and enforces data quality, metadata management, classification, retention, and access control policies, in cooperation with the Information Security team
• Develops strategies to ensure compliance with data security, privacy, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinates with business units to understand data needs, promote data stewardship, and ensure alignment with County objectives
• Guides adoption of enterprise tools for data cataloging, lineage, and governance monitoring
• Prepares documentation and reports on system performance, data governance compliance, and emerging risks
• Oversees implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity strategies related to data systems
• Mentors and trains team members in database administration, data governance practices, and enterprise tools
• Serves as a liaison between IT, business stakeholders, and external partners on matters related to data governance and database systems
• Leads development and implementation of the County’s data analytics program, ensuring reliable access to accurate, timely, and well-governed data for business intelligence, dashboards, and advanced analytics
• Oversees the integration of data governance principles into analytics platforms and tools to maintain consistency, accuracy, and compliance, supporting responsible use of AI in the process
• Promotes data literacy and analytics adoption across the enterprise by providing guidance, training, and support for business units leveraging analytics tools
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; and/or 7-10 years' experience in database administration with at least 5 years in Microsoft SQL Server.
• 2-3 years' Supervisory experience.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in database administration or data management.
• Two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record.
• Must be a United States citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the United States and eligible for naturalization.
• Employment is subject to a complete criminal history background search with acceptable results.
• Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.
• Must be available to provide after-hours emergency support as needed.
Preferred:
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Data Analytics or Data Science, or related field.
• Experience with enterprise data governance frameworks and analytics program development.
• Certifications such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional), DGSP (Data Governance and Stewardship Professional), Microsoft SQL Server, or equivalent.
• Certifications in data analytics or business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SAS)
Company:
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety. Founded in 1999, the company is headquartered in El Segundo, USA, with a team of 501-1000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.