Data Steward

POSITION:                          Data Steward

SALARY RANGE:                 Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience

SUPERVISOR:                     IT Security Manager

HOURS:                             35 hours per week              TERM: Permanent Full-Time    LOCATIONS: Hybrid/New Aiyansh

JOB SUMMARY: NLG is seeking a meticulous and dedicated Data Steward to join our team. As a Data Steward, you will be responsible for coordinating and implementing systems and repositories for NLG’s line-of-business data.  In your role you will maintain the integrity, quality, and security of NLG’s data assets. You will play a critical role in ensuring that data governance policies and procedures are implemented effectively across the Nisga’a Nation’s organizations.

DUTIES:

Data Quality Management

• Implement and enforce data quality standards and procedures.
• Monitor data quality metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with data owners and stakeholders to resolve data quality issues.

Data Governance

• Collaborate with Legal department to develop and maintain data governance policies and procedures.
• Define data ownership and stewardship roles and responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with NLG data governance policies and regulatory requirements.

Data Security and Privacy

• Collaborate with IT to Implement data security measures to protect sensitive information.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations such as FOIPPA, PIPEDA etc.
• Monitor access controls and permissions to safeguard data integrity.

Data Documentation and Metadata Management

• Maintain data inventories and repositories.
• Document data lineage, definitions, and business logic rules.
• Facilitate metadata discovery and data cataloging efforts.

Data Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the lifecycle of data from creation to archival or deletion.
• Develop data retention policies and procedures.
• Coordinate data archiving and purging activities as necessary.

Data Integration and Master Data Management

• Support data integration initiatives and ensure data consistency across NLG systems.
• Collaborate with IT to establish master data management processes.
• Identify opportunities for data consolidation and standardization.

Data Training and Awareness:

• Provide training and guidance to users on data management best practices.
• Raise awareness of data governance principles and policies.
• Foster a culture of data stewardship and accountability across Nisga’a organizations.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in data management, data governance, or related roles.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of data quality, data governance, and data security concepts.
• Familiarity with data management tools and technologies (e.g., data cataloging tools, metadata management tools, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

The successful candidate will be required to have/complete/provide:

1. A valid BC Drivers’ license with current drivers’ abstract or able to obtain N designation within a year if no Driver’s license.
2. Three recent work related references;
3. The successful candidate will be subject to a criminal records check

Applicants are required to submit a resume with cover letter describing their qualifications and related experience prior to 5:00 pm on October 31, 2025. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised that social media checks are part of the recruitment process.