Data Governance Program Manager

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At Consumers Credit Union data isnt just information its a strategic asset that fuels smarter decisions and stronger member experiences. Were excited to introduce a new Data Governance Program Manager opportunity where youll help build and lead our enterprise data governance program from the ground up and drive how data is managed across the organization.

If you enjoy bringing structure to complexity influencing without authority and partnering across business and technology to drive meaningful change this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Location/Schedule

• Hybrid schedule. 2 days/week required at our corporate office in Lake Forest IL. Must be flexible to be onsite more based on business needs.
• Local Northern IL/Southeast WI candidates only!

What Youll Do

• Lead the Enterprise Data Governance Program
  Partner with the Vice President of Enterprise Data Services to define and advance the governance vision including establishing and chairing the Data Governance Council defining roles and ensuring accountability across the organization.
• Build & Scale Governance Capabilities
  Design and mature governance operating models processes roadmaps and tools that enable consistent scalable data practices across all business units.
• Establish Governance Standards & Compliance
  Develop and enforce policies standards and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements (NCUA GLBA GDPR CCPA) and industry best practices.
• Drive Data Ownership & Accountability
  Partner with business leaders to define data domains and assign data owners stewards and trusteesembedding clear accountability throughout the data lifecycle.
• Measure & Improve Program Effectiveness
  Define KPIs monitor data quality and governance maturity and provide executive-level reporting with actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Enable Data Governance Technology
  Lead implementation and adoption of governance tools including data cataloging metadata management lineage mapping and business glossary development.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally
  Partner with IT Information Security Risk Compliance and Legal to ensure proper data classification quality and protection of sensitive member data.
• Promote a Data-Driven Culture
  Champion data governance and data-as-a-product principles through training communication and partnership with Learning & Development to increase data literacy across the credit union.

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems Data Management Computer Science Business Administration or related field
• 5 years of experience in data governance data management.7 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• 2 years of experience within a credit union or financial services environment- preferred
• CDMP certification preferred
• Strong ability to influence and lead without direct lead the charge on getting the business areas on board with data ownership.
• Experience defining data and working across business and with technical teams
• Knowledge of data governance tools metadata and data quality frameworks
• Familiarity with regulatory environments and data privacy standards
• A passion for making data understandable usable and trusted

Compensation

The annual salary range for this role is $103391 to $165428. This role is eligible for an annual bonus opportunity. A specific salary offer considers factors including but not limited to skill sets experience and training licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Consumers Credit Union provides eligible employees an opportunity to participate in our medical (High Deductible HMO and PPO) dental vision spending accounts short-term disability long-term disability life insurance and other plans effective date of hire. You will be eligible to participate in the 401(k) savings plan at any time. You will be automatically enrolled in the pension plan following six months of employment and 1000 hours of service and reaching age 20.

For more information about benefit offerings please visit our careers page: CCU

Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lake Forest IL Consumers Credit Union has $4.4 billion in assets and serves more than 275000 members making it one of the largest credit unions in the state. CCU believes that nobody needs banks on every corner but everyone needs people who are in their corner. Weve been recognized as a Great Place to Work and were committed to growing both our business and our people. To learn more visit

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Required Experience:

Manager