Deputy Director (Chief Data Officer)

At the Ohio Department of Veterans Services, we have the unique mission of empowering veterans & their families to thrive, through commitment, compassion, & community. 

Want to learn more about what we do? visit us at https://dvs.ohio.gov/what-we-do  

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? 

• Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date

   

• Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
• Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available
• View our full benefits package on https://careers.ohio.gov/why-work-for-state-of-ohio 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of the Assistant Director, the Chief Data Officer (CDO) leads the Department’s enterprise data and performance division, overseeing data governance, analytics, performance reporting, and organizational improvement efforts.

This role is responsible for building a modern data environment that supports transparent, data‑driven decision making across the agency.

CDO directs the development of data standards, system architecture coordination, and agency‑wide data quality practices, while also leading Performance to drive measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.

The position serves as the agency’s strategic authority on data interoperability, emerging analytics capabilities, and digital transformation initiatives.  

Leads the Performance Shop, including oversight of project managers to establish agency wide performance improvement cycles, including goal setting, KPIs, and quarterly results reviews. Directs enterprise performance dashboards and standardized reporting to ensure consistent visibility into program outcomes.

Establishes a department wide culture of data stewardship, including best practices for data quality, privacy, security, and transparency. 

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Education &/or experience in data management field or other relevant experience as determined by the appointing authority. 

Preferred Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s Degree required in a relevant field (e.g. Computer science, Data analytics) ; Masters preferred.

·         Two or more years’ experience in performance management. PMP certification preferred.

·         Two or more years’ experience in a direct supervisory/leadership role.

·         Experience in relevant areas such as Data Management, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning.

·         Travel up to 25% of the time between facilities.

Job Skills: Data Analytics

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. The applicant is required to provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant. New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.

Applications must be received no later than 11:59PM of the posting deadline date listed. Applications received after 11:59PM on the designated deadline date will not be considered. Applications must be submitted online at http://careers.ohio.gov/. Paper applications will not be accepted or considered.

Unless otherwise required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be set at the lowest rate of the salary range with gradual increases after completing probation and following successful annual performance evaluations.

The Ohio Department of Veterans Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status and/or military status in employment or the provision of services. NOTE: Those who are contacted for an interview should inform the Ohio Veterans Home Office of Human Resources as soon as possible if, as a result of a disability, they will need an accommodation to participate in any phase of the interview process. Such notice will not affect your eligibility to apply for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.