Dept Of Environmental Quality - Richmond, VA
posted 2 months ago
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a qualified Database and Analytics Manager to lead its Office of Information Services. This leadership role involves overseeing a team of highly skilled technical professionals, including Oracle and SQL Server Database Administrators (DBAs), GIS specialists, and analytics administrators proficient in tools such as R and Tableau. The Database and Analytics Manager will be responsible for collaborating with agency business and data owners to develop and execute project and operations plans, monitor team progress, and ensure the successful delivery of agency projects and IT operations. In this position, proactive planning for system upgrades, migrations, and managing technical debt will be essential. The manager will actively participate in the planning and leadership activities of the Office of Information Services (OIS) management team. This role requires close collaboration with the IT Strategic Operations Manager and the OIS Application Development Team to support ongoing development projects and operational work. The ideal candidate will have considerable experience in database administration, systems analysis, project management, and team leadership. Strong technical acumen is crucial, along with proficiency in database technologies, data integration, programming, GIS, and analytics. The role also demands a solid understanding of data governance and compliance, particularly concerning data privacy laws and regulatory requirements relevant to state agencies.