Metadata Services Director jobs in Tallahassee, FL

Note : Please reply ONLY if you

1) can work 100% on-site from day one have all the Required skill set and have worked as an "Information Manager (Metadata Management/Data Governance/Informatica)" in a large & Complex enterprise level IT Environment.
2) have Minimum of 12 years of successful experience in IT with 7 years as an Information Manager;
3) can provide at least 3 verifiable experience from completed and/or substantially completed jobs that closely match this request (Filling the client provided form) fill out a skill Matrix Sign Resume certification form
4) Can go through a background check including fingerprinting Agree to a Face to face interview OR a WEB CAM Interview (at your own cost)
5) A Competitive Rate
6) will be available June 2024 to start at the project.

s and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor H1b candidates at this time. NOTE: GIS will utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system to verify the employment eligibility of all persons employed during the term of the Contract Note to Consulting Companies : ANY CONSULTANT S RESUME YOU SEND ME MUST BE ON YOUR COMPANY S PAYROLL, NO H1-VISA TRANSFER, NO PRO-MARKETING, NO SISTER COMPANY RESUMES. The resume should have the DIRECT contact info and email of the candidate otherwise the candidate will NOT be considered. ALL H1 candidates including those onWOULD need to provide I-797 DL copy (no exceptions).

Each staff member assigned to this project must have a background screening that is equivalent to a Level Two (2) screening standard.

This is a fixed fee/hourly based project which is inclusive of travel, lodging, per diem expenses and all other costs associated with the completion of the associated tasks.

Interviews:
In the event an interview is requested, in-person interviews will be conducted at the Client location. Interviews may be conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams. A phone interview may also be requested as a first step.

Telecommuting: Telecommuting is not Allowed.

Primary Work: Serve as Information Manager for the Department s Data & Analytics (D&A) Office..

Education: Bachelor s degree in Data Science, Environmental Science, Information Science, or related studies, or equivalent work experience.

Required Tasks to be performed:
Data Discovery and Inventory: Identify, catalog, and classify data assets, including datasets, databases, and metadata.
Catalog Metadata Management: Work with data stewards to develop and maintain standardized metadata descriptions for data assets, capturing key attributes such as data source, format, structure, quality, and usage restrictions.
Taxonomy Development: Define and implement data classification schemas, taxonomies, and ontologies to organize and categorize data assets according to IT standards, domain-specific topics, themes, and attributes.
Data Profiling and Quality Assessment: Conduct data profiling and quality assessment activities to evaluate the completeness, accuracy, and consistency of data assets, identifying data gaps, anomalies, and errors, together with the data stewards and data-source Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
Data Governance Support: Collaborate with data governance members to establish and enforce data cataloging policies, standards, and procedures that promote consistency, reliability, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with data owners, stewards, consumers, and stakeholders across the department to understand their data needs, requirements, and priorities, and ensure that cataloged data assets meet their expectations.
Training and Documentation: Provide training and documentation support to data stewards on data cataloging best practices, tools, and processes, enabling them to effectively discover, access, and utilize all data resources.
Leadership and Mentorship: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior staff members and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and excellence in D&A practices.
Implement and monitor data governance processes, including data access controls, data retention policies, and data life cycle management.
Coordinate with D&A team, data governance members, and department staff working with D&A to improve the quality, integrity, and governance of data assets within the department.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) [Proficiency Levels are from 5-Expert to 1-Novice]:
12 years in IT
7 years experience in data management, metadata management, data governance, or information management.
Familiarity with data dictionaries and data cataloging tools and platforms, such as Informatica. (Proficiency level 4)
Understanding of data governance principles, data quality, data stewardship practices, and regulatory compliance requirements. (Proficiency level 4)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to accurately catalog and document complex data assets. (Proficiency level 4)
Knowledge of metadata standards and frameworks, such as Dublin Core, ISO 19115, and FGDC-CSDGM. (Proficiency level 3)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. (Proficiency level 3)
Ability to work independently. (Proficiency level 3)
Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments. (Proficiency level 3)
Ability to effectively communicate technical standards, practices, and initiatives. (Proficiency level 3)

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Familiarity with environmental science, water quality, or related fields.
Experience in data management, metadata management, data governance, or information management in a scientific or environmental context.
Proficiency in data profiling and data analysis techniques using tools like SQL, Excel, or data profiling software.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve data quality issues.
Basic understanding of data-related technologies and tools such as ETL, data warehouses, and data lakes.
Basic understanding of data visualization and reporting tools such as Qlik Sense.

Resume for One Proposed Consultant - Resume Should have the following information :
- Name
- All work experience related to the CLIENT s request for service
- Sufficient detail for CLIENT to determine dates of the related work experience, how extensive the related work experience is, and the depth of knowledge and skills of the proposed candidate related to the needs of CLIENT
- Candidate Education
- Professional Summary
- Technical Skills
- Work Experience

Candidate References: Three (3) references must be provided and include the following:
- Name of Company:
- Contact Person & Title:
- Contact Telephone Number:
- Contact Email Address:
- Job Period of Service: (MM/YYYY-MM/YYYY)
- Description (Scope of Work):
- Reference should be a company contact not a peer on the project.
- Verify candidate references, if incomplete and CLIENT is unable to email and call their reference, the proposal will be unaccepted.

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Note : This is a Full time ON SITE Contract Position with no REMOTE options allowed !!

Start date : June 2024

# OF POSITIONS : 1

No phone calls please.
Local Citizens are encouraged to Apply
No relocation assistance provided.
ONLY Candidates with an exact match will be contacted
Candidates should be authorized to work in the US.