Manager of Data Governance

Encore Fire Protection

$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus
  • 5+ years of experience in data governance or related fields
  • Deep understanding of data governance practices and data lifecycle controls
  • Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
  • Strong ability to drive change in complex organizations
  • Experience with enterprise data and analytics solutions

Responsibilities

  • Build and implement data governance frameworks and standards
  • Define and maintain data ownership and stewardship controls
  • Design and manage governance workflows including issue tracking
  • Act as a trusted partner aligning governance with business objectives
  • Identify data quality issues affecting operations and reporting
  • Translate business needs into data standards and processes
  • Build collaborative relationships to embed governance into daily workflows

Benefits

  • Opportunity for performance-based bonuses tied to personal effectiveness
  • Purpose-driven work environment focused on impactful results
  • Flexible dress code promoting comfort and self-expression
  • People-focused culture encouraging experimentation and learning
  • Access to leading-edge web-based productivity tools
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan participation with company match
  • Company-paid life insurance policy for added security
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

We are seeking a Data Governance Manager toestablishand lead Encores enterprise data governance program. Reportingto the CIO, this roleis responsible forbuilding andoperatingthe standards, processes, and partnerships needed to ensure Encores data is trusted, secure, consistent, and ready to support operational excellence,analyticsand AI.

This is a hands-on role focused on turning ambiguity into clarity and helping the business confidently answer, Can we trust this data?

Key Responsibilities

DataGovernance & Operations

  • Build, implement, andoperateenterprise data governance frameworks, policies, and standards to ensure data quality, consistency, security, privacy, and compliance
  • Define andmaintaindata ownership, stewardship, classification, retention, and lifecycle controls in partnership with business and IT leaders
  • Design and manage governance workflows, including issue intake, triage, root cause analysis, remediation tracking, and continuous improvement

Business Partnership & Enablement

  • Act as a trusted data governance partner to the CIO and functional leaders, aligning governance priorities with business objectives
  • Partner with business and functional teams toidentifywheredata quality issues or unclear definitions impact operations, reporting, or decision-making
  • Translate business needs into clear, practical data standards, definitions, and operating processes

Stakeholder Engagement & Change Adoption

  • Build strong, collaborative relationships across business units and IT to embed governance into day-to-day workflows
  • Promote a data-driven culture through shared definitions, trusted sources, and clear accountability
  • Influence stakeholders at all levels to adopt consistent and disciplined data practices

Technology Stack & Performance

  • Partner with IT and data teams to implement governance-enabling tools and capabilities such as metadata management, data cataloging, lineage, and data quality monitoring(Collibra, Alation, Informatica Axon, MS Purview, etc.)
  • Support reliability and consistency of enterprise data by defining standards for master data, reference data, and critical business definitions

Value Delivery& ROIMeasurement

  • Define and track governance success metrics including data quality improvements, reduced rework, reporting consistency, and faster decision-making
  • Partner with business units to prioritize governance initiatives that deliver measurable operational andfinancial impact

Analytics & AI Enablement

  • Strengthen the data foundationrequiredfor analytics and AI by ensuring trusted sources, clear definitions, lineage, andappropriate accesscontrols
  • Support responsible AI adoption through governance practices addressing privacy, security, andappropriate usage
What You Bring to the Table
  • Bachelors degree in computer science, Data Science, Information Systems, Business, ora relatedfield. Masters degree is a plus
  • 5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or data operations withdemonstratedsuccess inbuilding standards and driving adoption
  • Deep understanding of data governance, metadata management, data quality practices, master data, and data lifecycle controls
  • Exceptionalrelationship-building, communication, and influencing skills
  • Ability to drive change and accountability in complex organizations
  • Experience implementing enterprise data and analytics solutions

What will make you stand out?

  • Experience in multi-entity or field service environments
  • Private equity or high-growth environments
  • Certifications or training in data governance frameworks, methodologies, or standards, such as DAMA-DMBOK, ISO 8000, or DCAM
  • Strategic Impact:Directly improve how Encoreoperates, decides, and grows through trusted data
  • Leadership Opportunity:Build and shape Encores data governance foundation
  • Cutting-EdgeWork:Enable analytics and AI with a strong data backbone

Salary commensurate with experience with opportunity for a results-driven bonus based on personal output and effectiveness in role. Expected salary range between $120,000 - $150,000 per year.

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Beyond the Paycheck

At Encore,wereall about creating a culture where success is celebrated. We recognize that our work makes peoples lives safer, and we reward those who contribute to our growth.Hereswhat you can expect:

  • Competitive Salary: Compensationcommensuratewith your experience, with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses tied to your personal effectiveness and contributions to the team.
  • Purpose-Driven Work Environment: We believe in working smarter, not harder.Youllbe part of a culture that values results, and we empower our team to focus on impactful work.
  • Flexible Dress Code: Upon joining,youllreceivebrandedEncore swag, and we believe in dressing for theobjective, not the occasion. Most days, you can enjoy a casual work environment, butwelldress up when the situation calls for it.
  • People-Focused Culture: We know our greatest strength is our people.Thatswhywevebuilt a culture that encourages experimentation, learning, and improving together.Youllhave the space to share your ideas and help shape a company that is constantly growing.
  • Tools for Success:Access to leading-edge web-based productivity tools.
  • Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageto keep you and your family healthy.
  • Retirement Planning: Participation in our Fidelity 401(k) plan with a company match, helping you save for your future.
  • Life Insurance: Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000 to give you peace of mind.

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