POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Data Governance Analyst is responsible for developing and implementing data governance policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy, security, and integrity of BMC’s data. The Data Governance Analyst will work closely with stakeholders across the organization, including Hospital operations, finance, analytics, legal, compliance, and other teams, to establish data standards and ensure adherence to data policies.
Position: Senior Data Governance Analyst
Department: Clinical & Enterprise Analytics
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Developing and implementing data governance policies, standards, and procedures
Working closely with IT leaders, data owners, and other stakeholders to establish data governance frameworks and ensure adherence to data policies and standards
Coordinating with stewards of enterprise data asset catalogues (Workday, Epic, Strata, dashboard, etc.), ensuring they are properly classified, tagged, and accessible
Conducting data quality assessments and lead initiatives to improve data quality across the organization
Leverage data governance tool to develop and maintain data dictionaries and data lineage documentation (or if no tool exists, manually maintain data dictionaries)
Monitoring and resolving data governance-related issues
Providing training and support to end-users on data governance policies and procedures
Ensuring compliance with data privacy and protection regulations
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)
JOB REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field required
Five years in data management with proven experience in data warehousing and integration and comprehension of data lineage and data quality.
Two years with data governance platform such as Collibra or Alation
Three-five years within an academic medical center or large medical institution
Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED:
Having certifications in data governance, data management, and data analysis is also a plus ex: Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or Certified Data Analyst Professional (CDAP).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs):
Prior experience in data analysis, data management, and data governance. This experience can be acquired through internships, entry-level data analysis roles, or on-the-job training.
Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving abilities.
The role requires the ability to think critically and use sound judgment when handling complex data governance issues.
A deep understanding of data management principles, data quality, and data security is also a must-have.
In addition, you must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Compensation Range:
$89,500.00- $130,000.00This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Five years in data management with proven experience in data warehousing, integration, data lineage, and data quality.
- Two years experience with a data governance platform such as Collibra or Alation.
- Three to five years experience within an academic medical center or large medical institution.
- Deep understanding of data management principles, data quality, and data security.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Certifications in data governance or data management (e.g., CDMP, CDAP).
Boston Medical Center (BMC) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Full‑time staff receive a large PTO bank that grows over time and extended parental leave for birth or adoption. Colleagues also have access to emergency child and elder care supports and childcare discounts.
Boston Medical Center (BMC) Insights
What We Do
Boston Medical Center, located in Boston’s historic South End, is a private, not-for-profit, 567-bed, academic medical center and the primary teaching affiliate for Boston University School of Medicine. Recognized for its high-quality, nationally ranked and comprehensive medical care for the entire family, patients have access to the most current treatment and advancements at BMC. BMC physicians lead the way in pioneering new therapies that impact the care of patients locally and worldwide. In 2013, BMC made the decision to invest in a four-year campus redesign that includes additions to buildings, upgrades to existing structures, and an expansion of the Emergency Department. Once completed, the redesign will provide clinical workspaces with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to solve BMC's most pressing care delivery needs. Already complete, the hospital’s Shapiro Center is Boston’s newest outpatient care facility and features a quarter-million square feet of clinic space, key support services, one of the region’s most technologically advanced pharmacies, and a bright, spacious café. Housed in a facility that provides world-class, patient-centered care at every visit, BMC doctors are among the best in their field. Many are recognized annually as “Top Doctors” in their medical and surgical specialties by publications such as U.S. News & World Report and Boston magazine. Boston Medical Center is also the largest safety net hospital in New England and extends into the community as a founding partner of Boston HealthNet, a network of 15 community health centers throughout Boston serving more than a quarter million people annually. No matter whom you meet at BMC, all are committed to providing every patient and family member with the highest quality of care, respect, warmth and compassion.
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