Associate Director, Data Governance

Company: The University Of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 18, 2025

Job Description:

Associate Director, Data Governance page is loadedAssociate Director, Data GovernanceApply remote type Remote locations Chicago, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR30265DepartmentBooth Strategic Initiatives 1
About the DepartmentThe University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges.

Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment.

Chicago Booth is proud to claim:
-an unmatched faculty.
-degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
-a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
-strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.

As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.

For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.
Job SummaryThe Associate Director is primarily responsible for working closely with and reports directly to the Director of Data Governance and Stewardship, playing a key role in faculty research support. The Associate Director develops policies and plans critical to the strategic stewardship of Chicago Booth's various data. This role coordinates non-technical (not information technology or construction related) projects from conception to completion. Directs the assembly of teams and the development of detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports using straightforward problem-solving skills.Responsibilities

• Fields requests sent via intake form, creates tickets and routes to appropriate teams/departments, communicates with requesters on status, and monitors request until data has been acquired and technology needs have been met.
• Assists with general research support queries from faculty and staff.
• Creates and edits policies, process documentation, communication plans, and training programs.
• Leads high priority data governance projects with guidance from Director.
• Monitors privacy inbox and routes requests to appropriate teams/departments.
• Coordinates meetings, researches logistics, plans and prepares presentations, conducts trainings, and post-event write ups.,
• Assists with researching funding opportunities, preparing grant proposals, and drafting and/or editing other written materials.
• Maintains website, including but not limited to, employment page, news page, staff page, project pages, innovation challenge pages.
• Assists with other administrative projects as needed and acquire higher level guidance and skills.
• Is responsible for tracking progress, conducting analysis, as well as preparing for and facilitating project meetings.
• Acts as a resource for a project team and provides analytical guidance. Interprets complex project issues and provides analytical guidance to a project team.
• Performs other related work as needed.
  Minimum QualificationsEducation:Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
  Work Experience:Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
  Certifications:---Preferred QualificationsEducation:
  • Bachelor's degree.Technical Skills or Knowledge:
    • Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).Preferred Competencies
      • Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
      • Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes.
      • Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills.
      • Handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines with frequent interruptions.
      • Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty and corporate contacts in a multitude of communication methods, such as in person, email, and phone.
      • Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.Working Conditions
        • This position currently works remotely.Application Documents
          • Resume/CV (required)
          • Cover Letter (Required)
            When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
            Job FamilyAdministration & Management
            Role ImpactIndividual Contributor
            Scheduled Weekly Hours37.5
            Drug Test RequiredNo
            Health Screen RequiredNo
            Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo
            Pay Rate TypeSalary
            FLSA StatusExempt
            Pay Range$60,000.00 - $75,000.00The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
            Benefits EligibleYesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in theBenefits Guidebook .
            Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu .Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.Similar Jobs (5)Program Manager, STAGE Centerremote type Hybrid locations Chicago, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days AgoAssociate Director, Coalition Managementremote type Hybrid locations Chicago, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days AgoProject Manager, Strategic Planningremote type Hybrid locations Chicago, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 10 Days AgoThe University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.
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