Data Steward and Governance Specialist (Departmental Specialist 13)

$64,605 - $96,429/Yr

State of Michigan - East Lansing, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - East Lansing, MI

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Data Steward and Governance Specialist will coordinate all data governance activities within the Compliance Division of the Bureau of Investments (BOI) at the Department of Treasury. This role involves leading efforts to achieve data governance goals, developing business glossaries, data mapping, and optimizing data plans. The specialist will also participate in special projects, recommend data governance tools, and ensure compliance with data requirements and security plans. Additionally, the position includes managing investment transaction workflows and supporting records management and compliance efforts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all data governance activities within the Compliance Division of the Bureau of Investments.
• Develop and maintain the BOI business glossary and data mapping.
• Participate in and lead special projects as directed by management.
• Research, analyze, and recommend industry-standard data governance tools.
• Complete all BOI System Security Plans and project artifacts to ensure proper data classification and governance.
• Coordinate investment transaction and negotiation workflows.
• Develop, maintain, and update workflows and procedures for private market transaction management.
• Serve as the BOI Records Management Liaison and support compliance with retention schedules.
• Prepare information for responses to Freedom of Information Act requests.
• Cross-train and provide backup support to various BOI liaisons and specialists.

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
• Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with data governance tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of compliance and records management practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Flexible/Hybrid remote work options.
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
• Work/life balance support.