Fordham University · 1 day ago
Executive Director, Data Governance and Data Strategy
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $210K/yr
10+ years expFordham University is a Jesuit institution offering exceptional education to over 16,000 students. The Executive Director of Data Governance and Strategy will shape and execute a data strategy that enhances decision-making and innovation across the university, overseeing data governance and analytics initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Develops and implements a comprehensive university-wide data strategy that supports institutional goals in research, teaching, student success, and operational excellence
Partners with senior academic, administrative, and technology leaders to align data initiatives with the university’s mission and strategic plan; serves as a strategic partner and advisor to deans, vice presidents, and department heads on data strategy, analytics, and governance
Establishes and articulates the vision for the next-generation enterprise data platform, ensuring it supports advanced analytics, AI/ML, and real-time insights
Drives innovation through the integration of ML and generative AI within the university’s data ecosystem
Designs and oversees a robust data governance framework that ensures quality, consistency, and compliance across all university data assets; Implements clear policies for data access, lineage, metadata management, and security in alignment with regulatory and ethical standards; Creates and manages a multi-year roadmap for implementing the university’s data strategy, including measurable milestones and key performance indicators
Promotes data stewardship practices that balance accessibility with privacy, fostering trust across the academic and administrative community
Leads the modernization and migration of legacy systems to cloud-native or hybrid data architectures, enabling scalability and performance
Oversees the design and management of enterprise data warehouses and data lakes, supporting both structured and unstructured data
Provides strategic leadership and supervises others who supervise. Responsible for hiring, training, developing, managing performance, administering corrective action, makes compensation decisions and for managing strategic views at a high level
Collaborates with Information Security, IT Infrastructure, and Research Computing teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud and on-premises solutions
Fosters a collaborative culture that emphasizes transparency, shared accountability, and data-informed decision-making
Builds capacity across the university by mentoring teams, championing best practices, and nurturing a community of data and analytics professionals
Oversees data integration solutions that enable cross-functional analytics, business intelligence, and institutional research
Ensures continuous improvement through benchmarking, performance monitoring, and the adoption of emerging data technologies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in data science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience leading enterprise data strategy and governance in a complex university or similarly structured organization
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing large-scale data platforms and enterprise data warehouse solutions
Deep understanding of data governance frameworks, compliance standards (FERPA, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.), and data ethics
Proven experience integrating analytics and predictive modeling into institutional decision-making and operations
Expertise in cloud-native database platforms (e.g., AWS Redshift, Snowflake, Azure Synapse), relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server), and NoSQL databases
Visionary and pragmatic leader who can bridge strategy with execution
Exceptional communicator, capable of translating complex technical concepts into actionable insights for diverse audiences
Preferred
Master's degree in data science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
Familiarity with data modeling, API-based integration, and scalable architecture design
Proficiency in metadata management, data lineage tools, and modern analytics environments
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and build strong cross-functional relationships
Commitment to advancing data literacy, equity, and ethical innovation within the academic community
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Employee assistance program ( EAP )
Tuition remission
Generous time off
Company
Fordham University
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering exceptional education.
1001-5000 employees
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