First State Bank – Job Description
Job Title: Data Program Manager Status Exempt
Department: Project and Data Strategy
Reports To: Marketing
Primary Purpose of the JOB:
The Data Program Manager will lead the development and execution of First State Bank’s enterprise data initiative. This role is responsible for establishing data governance, defining data warehousing strategy, and creating a roadmap that transforms disparate data sources into a unified, well-managed asset.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Data Strategy and Governance
- Develop and implement a comprehensive data governance framework, including policies, standards, and procedures for effective data management
- Establish data stewardship models and assign roles and responsibilities for data ownership across business units
- Create and enforce policies for data quality, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and reliability of data assets
- Define data sharing rules and access controls appropriate for a regulated financial institution
Data Architecture and Warehousing
- Define and execute data warehousing strategy to centralize data from disparate source systems
- Oversee data integration initiatives, establishing processes to consolidate and correlate data with appropriate validation
- Evaluate and recommend data platform technologies aligned with organizational needs and existing infrastructure
- Design data delivery mechanisms that provide stakeholders with timely, accurate, and actionable information
Program Management
- Create and maintain a comprehensive data inventory across all business units, systems, and vendor relationships
- Develop a multi-year roadmap for data initiatives with clear milestones, resource requirements, and success metrics
- Assess existing tools and technologies across business units, identifying opportunities for optimization or consolidation
- Manage relationships with external partners, including technology vendors and consulting firms
- Establish and chair data governance committees or working groups as appropriate
Compliance and Security
- Ensure data management practices comply with applicable banking regulations, including the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and BSA/AML requirements
- Implement data security controls and procedures to protect sensitive customer and organizational information
- Partner with compliance, risk, and IT teams to address regulatory requirements related to data handling and privacy
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with executive leadership, business units, and IT to align data initiatives with organizational objectives
- Translate technical data concepts into business language for non-technical stakeholders
- Build organizational data literacy by educating teams on data capabilities, governance, and best practices
- Transform manual, ad-hoc reporting processes into standardized, validated, and repeatable approaches
Other DUTIES:
- Keep current of banking industry, banking systems, digital trends, regulation changes
- Create and maintain a courteous and professional relationship with co-workers while maintaining timely and prompt daily attendance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience/SKILLS:
- 5+ years related experience in data governance, business intelligence or related roles
- Experience developing data management programs, governance frameworks, or data strategy initiatives
- Experience in banking, financial services or other regulated industries preferred but not required
- Ability to develop long-term vision while managing tactical execution
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex data concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to bring structure to ambiguous situations
- Experience building relationships and driving alignment across diverse groups
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results
Required EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Business Administration, or related field
- Professional certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), or similar credentials
Working CONDITIONS:
- Office environment with little exposure to physical hazards or conditions
- Ability to enter data into a computer and work with computer programs
- Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time
- Ability to reach with hands and fingers for extended periods of time
WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU:
- Working with an energetic team focused on making our customers financially successful!
- An opportunity to grow your career and do amazing things!
- Collaborative and energetic work environment
- Incentive program based on performance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays for Full Time/Part Time Employees
- Paid time to support your community!
- Health, Dental, Vision (Full Time Employees)
- 401k match and Life Insurance (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
- Educational Assistance Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
- Employee Assistance Program
Employees are expected to comply with all laws, regulations, bank policies and procedures, including specifically First State Bank’s Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering Policy and procedures, and its Customer Identification Program. Failure to comply with either the letter and/or spirit of these laws may result in disciplinary action, up to an including termination.
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other instructions and duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
Management has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
