What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Manager position at SmartBank and Careers?
Looking to join a Great Place to Work Employer and become a valued member of our growing team? At SmartBank, we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of a culture built on excellence. The Data Manager will serve as a subject matter expert, coordinating the use and movement of data within the organization. The Data Manager will be a leader driving SmartBank’s data and AI transformation, consolidating siloed systems into a unified platform and ensuring governance. Day-to-day responsibilities involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize critical data needs, ensuring data is of good quality, well-protected, effectively integrated and utilized across the organization. This role will ensure data serves as a trusted asset, empowering decision-making and innovation. This role’s leadership will be crucial in fostering a data-driven culture supporting the organization's growth and competitive advantage.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Upholds SmartBank Core Values and Core Purpose.
- Adheres to and embraces the SmartBank Way by Acting Smart, Looking Smart and Being Smart
- Manage the Data Analytics team, collaborate with the Data Governance Lead, and Executive Champions.
- Oversee consolidation of siloed data and analytics capabilities across the entire organization to improve insights for organizational leadership and decision making through the use of an enterprise analytics platform.
- Responsible for developing a Data Quality program, defining critical elements, implementing automated quality checks, building DQ dashboards, and running root-cause analysis on recurring data entry issues.
- Oversee data integrations and API connectivity of applications.
- Communicate data strategies and project information to key stakeholders.
- Champion the benefits of an organization wide data culture and literacy.
- Assist in development and management of AI powered solutions.
- Contribute recommendations toward selection and implementation of AI platforms across the enterprise.
- Ensure compliance with the changing laws and applicable regulations.
- Assist in risk assessments of data infrastructure and processes. Provide recommendations to continually mitigate identified risks.
- Lead the implementation of data technologies and tools across the organization to improve efficiencies and information effectiveness.
- Collaborate with other departments to identify data needs and work with others to develop solutions.
- Stay up to date on industry trends and emerging technologies in data management and analytics.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems or relevant field.
- 5 years of experience in data management, analytics, or business intelligence, preferably within the financial services sector
- Proficient in data architecture, data warehousing, data visualization tools, cloud data platforms, APIs, Microsoft SQL Server, and financial reporting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be capable of handling confidential information in a trustworthy manner.
- Excellent customer service skills both in person and over the phone.
- Detail oriented and ability to function in a team environment.
- Add Azure and Databricks (or equivalent cloud data platforms) as required or strongly preferred.
- ETL/ELT pipeline design and data integration experience.
- Power BI (or equivalent modern BI tool).
- data cataloging, metadata management, and data lineage.
- AI/ML governance fundamentals (responsible AI, model validation).
- Financial reporting terms and understanding of balance sheets, departmental budgeting, and other accounting related information.
- Must be able to prioritize and organize daily workflow.
- Ability to apply experience, knowledge and sound judgment in decision-making using established guidelines.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
- Must exhibit a high level of adaptability to organizational and technological change.
- Demonstrates ability to maintain a positive attitude.
- Able to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Work Conditions:
- Able to sit for long periods of time.
- Frequent and regularly required movements using wrists, hand and/or fingers.
- Ability to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.
- May be required to Travel.
SmartBank Associate Benefits
SmartBank can offer you a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
A 401(k) plan with an employer match of up to 4%.
Generous paid time off (PTO), including a minimum of 3 weeks.
SmartFlex Days.
Up to 11 Paid Company Holidays.
Mental health benefits, include 8 free sessions with a coach or certified professional.
Paid community involvement opportunities.
Company-provided apparel at no cost.
Learning and development opportunities, including professional and career development and tuition reimbursement
Are you ready to be a part of the SmartBank team and experience all these incredible benefits? We look forward to welcoming you to our exceptional team!