TxDMV - Chief Data Officer

This position is currently eligible for telecommuting within the state of Texas. However, this is subject to change, and the position may transition to an in-office assignment at a designated work location within the state based on space availability and agency needs.

To apply for this position, complete an on-line application through the Applicant Career Section or through WorkInTexas. TxDMV does not accept paper applications. 

Applicants who require accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at 512-465-4043 when contacted to schedule an interview.

General Description

At the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV), our mission is to serve, protect, and advance the citizens and industries of Texas by delivering high-quality motor vehicle-related services. As a dynamic state agency, we are committed to exceptional customer service, consumer protection, and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.

The Chief Data Management Officer leads the development and execution of an enterprise-wide data governance program that supports TxDMV’s business operations and ensures compliance with state data management standards. This role provides strategic direction in data architecture, analysis, and governance, and is responsible for establishing policies, standards, and action plans that promote data integrity, system integration, and the effective use of data for business intelligence and strategic planning. Supervises a team of data professionals and operates with a high degree of autonomy, exercising extensive initiative and independent judgment to drive data-driven decision-making across the agency.

Essential Duties

Develops and executes a vision, strategy, and roadmap to establish an enterprise data governance program.

Establishes policies, processes, and procedures across the enterprise to achieve the required level of consistency, quality, and standardization to meet business goals.

Oversee the design, integration, and staging of data warehouses and data marts.

Develops and maintains controls on data quality and integrity, including the deployment of data quality monitoring systems and processes. Creates, maintains, and manages data asset catalogs and completes inventory of organizational data.

Develops policies and controls for the appropriate protection of enterprise information assets through a defined life cycle. Aligns data management practices with regulatory requirements and best practices for managing and securing data in accordance with state privacy laws and data privacy classifications.

Leads the development of governance frameworks for data used in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning systems, ensuring alignment with state privacy laws, ethical standards, and agency objectives. Establishes controls to monitor data quality, bias, and integrity in AI models, and works with stakeholders to define responsible data practices for AI-driven decision-making.

Defines, manages, and controls master data and metadata management policies, controls, and standards.

Works collaboratively with business units across the agency to define data elements and reporting standards and to ensure that data related requirements are clearly defined, prioritized, and well understood.

Identifies emerging methods and technologies related to data/information management and analysis. 

Ensures that appropriate audit controls exist for data that serves as the source material for regulatory reports and assists in special inquiries and internal audits.

Ensures that changes in business practices within operational units maintain data system integration and reporting standards.

Ensure that reports derived from enterprise data consistently use business intelligence and analytics for decision making and strategic planning.

Promotes ongoing engagement of data owners and data custodians within the data governance infrastructure and awareness of data management best practices throughout the agency.

Works in partnership with the State Chief Data Officer to ensure alignment of data management strategies and leverage shared infrastructure to include the Texas Open Data Portal and TxDMV Closed Data Portal.

Chairs the Data Governance Steering Committee within the agency.

May travel up to 10% of the time. Travels by car (may include flying). May include overnight travel. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.

Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of master data, metadata, reference data, data warehousing, and business intelligence principles and processes, including technical architecture; enterprise information management processes and methodologies; local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to data management and data governance; and operational support of networks, operating systems, Internet technologies, databases, and security applications.

Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.

Ability to direct and organize program activities; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.

Other Attributes:

Shows integrity and ethical behavior, respects confidentiality, business ethics and organizational standards.

Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Maintains composure when handling problems, stressful situations, continuous change or unexpected developments.

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills held or performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education And Experience

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in data science, data management, computer information systems, management information systems, computer science, cybersecurity or information security, or in a field related to assignment.

Seven (7) years of full-time experience in data management, including designing and developing data governance policies and standards.

Three (3) years of full-time experience in a leadership or supervisory role with direct reports.

Note: Experience may substitute for education. Education may not substitute for the experience requirement.

Preferred Requirements

Master’s degree in a related field.

Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or other applicable certifications in information technology, data science, or related designation.

Experience in preparation of business cases for technical projects.

Experience working on both closed and open data initiatives, data management, data architecture, or data disciplines, including business decision models, data security and classification, analytics, and system integration.

Experience in data modelling and visualization techniques.

Experience in IT project management.

Experience leading strategy and technology sessions with business customers, business analysts, and technical staff.

Experience working in a Texas government agency.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

Remote work employees must meet these criteria for the remote work location:

• Adequate desk space in a dedicated, contained area that is secured and protected at all times.
• Remote work location is in a quiet environment free of background people and noise during business hours.

Benefits

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:

ü    Retirement Plan

ü    Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees

ü    Paid Holidays

ü    Paid Vacation Leave

ü    Paid Sick Leave

ü    Longevity Pay

ü    Dental

ü    Vision

ü    Dependent Optional Life Insurance

ü    Voluntary AD&D Insurance

ü    Dependent Health & Life Insurance

ü    Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts

ü    Tuition Assistance Program

QUALIFIED EMPLOYER: In addition, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is considered a qualified employer for the Department of Education’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Registration, Certification And/Or Licensure

A valid Class "C" driver's license is required. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within ninety (90) days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct department business.

JOB OFFERS AND CONTINUATION OF EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON:

• Proof of education and experience listed on the application
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check and driver’s record check
• Compliance with Selective Service registration for males ages 18-25
• Required to attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Military

If selected for the position the following must be provided for proof of military employment preference:

• Veteran must provide form DD 214
• Surviving Spouse or Orphan must provide DD 1300 or DD 214.

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes that may correspond to the state classification title for this position are listed on the State Auditor’s Office Job Descriptions; click on the occupational category for the position. Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office Military Crosswalk Guide.

The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information.

Submission Of Application

Your application must be complete, accurate and reflect all experience and education.  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification. "See Resume" is not accepted in lieu of a completed online State of Texas application but attached resumes may be considered as additional supplemental information.  

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, disability, military status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. The TxDMV provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act.  If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodation, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance on 512-465-4043.