The University of Kansas Health System · 1 day ago
Data Governance Specialist
Shawnee, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Data Governance Specialist to assist in the formation and execution of their data governance framework, policy, and standards. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders to promote knowledge sharing and ensure data quality and integrity across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Must be able to perform the professional and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department
Data Governance: Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of data and information stewardship, data lineage, data sources, data integration, metadata, knowledge management, reporting and analytics. Is a key driver of organizational data governance. Supports organizational data standardization to promote knowledge sharing through design, implementation and management of the data governance framework, policy, standards and data governance software. Collaborates closely with all stakeholders, including reporting teams, application teams, and Business Intelligence teams to further and improve the Data Governance Program
Analysis: Demonstrates analytical thinking and decisive judgment. Analyzes issues and problems systematically, gathering broad and balanced input, and translating conclusions into timely decisions and actions. Prioritizes work per organization needs and goals. Ability to work independently with little direction
Quality: Applies recognized methodologies for quality/process/performance improvement. Acts as an organizational leader for an environment of knowledge sharing, collaboration, standards and clarity. Develops control structures within the organization to ensure the accuracy and quality of data through the governance processes. Ensures controls are in place over applications to ensure data integrity by performing data integrity gap analysis. Coordinates the resolution of data integrity gaps by working with the business and technical owners
Process Management: Demonstrates proficient knowledge of system life cycles and complies with defined framework for system implementation for developing, reviewing, approving and disseminating changes
Knowledge Sharing: Promotes organizational knowledge and information sharing through the data governance program. Promotes use of data governance software to facilitate sharing of standardize information among internal teams and external partners. Provides support for the establishment and nurturing of the data governance program. Helps disseminate information about the organization's data governance program to internal and external audiences, including organizing knowledge sharing events (such as knowledge fairs, site visits, interviews), maintaining communications on data governance across the organization
Communication: Able to establish straightforward, productive relationships with individuals and teams across the organization. Able to explain complex concepts in language that is easily understood by individuals from diverse disciplines. Demonstrates excellent facilitation skills. Facilitates a culture of collaboration and trust between clinical (nursing, medical, and ancillary), technological (IT), and operational (finance, operations, etc.) stakeholders that shares the values, contributions, and challenges each faces
Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates proficient understanding of the technical capabilities of current application systems and applies general system knowledge to facilitate data and information governance. Intermediate understanding of databases, data structures, data lineage and data usage. SQL experience in querying, reporting and analytics. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of data warehouses, data flow, data lineage and data integration. Demonstrates an understanding of intermediate to advanced Excel operations. Demonstrates an understanding of limits of personal expertise and seeks assistance when needed. Works with business partners to gather and understand requirements and to develop governance solutions to support business needs
Professional Growth: Supports hospital strategic goals by continuously enhancing knowledge and competency in the emerging field of Nursing Informatics and Informatics Industry standards
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree in Healthcare related, Information Technology, financial or business related field from an accredited college or university OR equivalent combination of education and experience
High School Graduate
3 or more years of Informatics, analyst, data quality or data analysis, and/or reporting and analytics experience
1 or more years of SQL experience
1 or more years of report writing/analytics experience
Valid Driver's License
Demonstrates knowledge of computers and desktop software
Ability to work autonomously, by demonstrating self-motivation and creativity
Excellent communication, writing, organizational, facilitation and presentation skills
Ability to effectively interact with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, administrative staff, clinical personnel, and peers
Ability to manage and prioritize work
Intermediate knowledge of computer spreadsheets, software systems and databases
Ability to write functional documentation
Demonstrates persistence in solving problems
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Ability to transport self to various locations
Preferred
Master's Degree in position related field or related field of study from an accredited college or university
Data Governance Management Experience
Collibra Experience
Company
The University of Kansas Health System
The University of Kansas Health System is an academic medical center for complex care and diagnosis.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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2023-07-25Grant
Leadership Team
Tammy Peterman
President, Kansas City Division, Executive VP/Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing Officer
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