Deputy Director (Chief Data Officer)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date
• Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
• Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available
• View our full benefits package on https://careers.ohio.gov/why-work-for-state-of-ohio

Position Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant Director, the Chief Data Officer (CDO) leads the Department’s enterprise data and performance division, overseeing data governance, analytics, performance reporting, and organizational improvement efforts.

This role is responsible for building a modern data environment that supports transparent, data‑driven decision making across the agency.

CDO directs the development of data standards, system architecture coordination, and agency‑wide data quality practices, while also leading Performance to drive measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.

The position serves as the agency’s strategic authority on data interoperability, emerging analytics capabilities, and digital transformation initiatives.

Leads the Performance Shop, including oversight of project managers to establish agency wide performance improvement cycles, including goal setting, KPIs, and quarterly results reviews. Directs enterprise performance dashboards and standardized reporting to ensure consistent visibility into program outcomes.

Establishes a department wide culture of data stewardship, including best practices for data quality, privacy, security, and transparency.

Minimum Qualifications

Education \&/or experience in data management field or other relevant experience as determined by the appointing authority.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required in a relevant field (e.g. Computer science, Data analytics) ; Masters preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in performance management. PMP certification preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in a direct supervisory/leadership role.
• Experience in relevant areas such as Data Management, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning.
• Travel up to 25% of the time between facilities.

Job Skills:

Data Analytics

Organization

Veterans Services Central Office

Agency Contact Name and Information

Jason Spaulding / Jason.Spaulding@dvs.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

Aug 17, 2026, 10:59:00 PM

Work Location

JFS Riffe Tower 07

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8 am - 5 pm

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

Exempt from Union

Technical Skills

Change Management, Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Database Administration, Executive Leadership

Professional Skills

Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Growth Mindset, Innovation, Continuous Improvement

Primary Technology

SQL Server

Agency Overview

At the Ohio Department of Veterans Services, we have the unique mission of empowering veterans \& their families to thrive, through commitment, compassion, \& community.

Want to learn more about what we do? visit us at https://dvs.ohio.gov/what-we-do