Senior Vice President, Data & Analytics

The Senior Vice President of Data & Analytics is responsible for leading and directing the agency's Business Intelligence (BI) strategy, ensuring that data-driven insights effectively support business objectives and strategies. This senior leadership role involves managing BI teams, overseeing data governance, and implementing advanced analytics and reporting solutions to drive informed decision-making across the agency. 

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:     

Provides strategic leadership for the FCS Data team and all Business Intelligence related activities across the agency.  

• Works with CIO and FCS ELT to identify and implement vision and roadmap for agency Data and Business Intelligence initiatives. 

• Develop and execute a comprehensive BI strategy aligned with the agency's overall business goals and objectives. 

• Identify opportunities to leverage data and analytics to drive agency growth, operational efficiency, compliance, and competitive advantage. 

• Architect, build and oversee shared data infrastructure. 

• Act as a key advisor to the executive team, providing insights and recommendations based on data analysis and trends. 

• Enable and lead through direct and “dotted line” leadership over distributed agency data analysts. 

• Collaborate with agency departments and programs to understand their data needs and provide tailored BI solutions. 

• Communicate complex data insights and findings to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner. 

• Foster strong relationships with external partners, vendors, and consultants as needed. 

• Work closely with IT Applications team to develop and maintain APIs to populate application data into the EDW. 

• Ensure the BI team effectively communicates and coordinates cross-departmental training to promote consistent and accurate use of key BI reports and dashboards. 

 
Provides performance management and leadership over the BI Team.  

• Lead and manage a team of BI professionals, including data analysts and BI developers. 

• Lead team to develop predictive and prescriptive analytics using AI and Machine Learning. 

• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, customer service, and continuous improvement. 

• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluation for the BI team. 

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of BI initiatives, making adjustments as needed to improve outcomes. 

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the impact of BI efforts on business performance. 

• Implement best practices and process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of BI operations 

 
Implements and enforces Data Management and Governance.  

• Establish and enforce data governance policies and practices to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security. 

• Develop common data and semantic models to incorporate both internal and external disparate data sources into a comprehensive data platform.  

• Oversee data integration from various sources, both internal and external, ensuring high-quality data for analysis and reporting. 

• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and industry standards. 

 
Provides actionable and accurate analytics and reporting.  

• Design and implement advanced analytics and reporting solutions to provide actionable insights and support data-driven decision-making. 

• Oversee the development of dashboards, reports, and visualizations that effectively communicate key metrics and performance indicators. 

• Utilize AI/ML, statistical, and predictive modeling techniques to forecast trends, support research, and identify opportunities. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field required. 

• Master's degree or MBA preferred. 

EXPERIENCE: 

• 10+ years in a managment position. 

• 5+ years of experience in BI, data science, data analytics, or a related field. 

• 5+ years of experience with data governance, data management, and data intergration best practices. 

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES:   

• Leadership 

• BI Implementation and Management 

• Data Management and Governance  

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of BI tools and platforms (e.g., SSRS, SSIS, Power BI) and data management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Cache). 

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills 

• Ability to work collaboratively with senior executives and other stakeholders to drive business results. 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. 

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: 

• Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. Proof of automobile insurance required. 

OTHER INFORMATION 

SAFETY SENSITIVE JOB CLASSIFICATION: 

This job is classified as a “safety-sensitive” position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act.  Due to the “safety-sensitive” classification, an employee in this position would be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing.  Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening.  Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana per the Family & Children’s Services Drug Free Workplace Policy, including possible revocation of a job offer or dismissal from employment.