Director - Data Management & Analytics

Job summary

The Director will lead the development and execution of enterprise data governance and analytics strategies to optimize law enforcement operations and community safety. This role involves overseeing business intelligence programs, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving innovation through the integration of AI and data-informed decision-making.

Job details

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking a strategic and innovative leader to serve as Director, Data Governance and Analytics. Reporting to the Senior Executive Director, Strategic Management and Financial Oversight, this role provides enterprise leadership for data strategy, governance, analytics, and business intelligence across the organization. This roll will be critical in enhancing law enforcement operations, optimizing resource allocation, and improving community safety outcomes. You will collaborate closely with departmental leaders, technology partners, and external stakeholders to drive innovation and leverage AI solutions effectively within the Service. Responsibilities of the role will include: Lead the development and execution of the organization's enterprise data governance and analytics strategy. Establish and oversee data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and practices to ensure the secure, ethical, and effective use of data. Drive data-informed decision-making by integrating business, operational, financial, and strategic analytics across the organization. Identify opportunities to leverage data and analytics to improve organizational performance, service delivery, resource allocation, and strategic outcomes. Provide executive-level advice and recommendations regarding data investments, analytics initiatives, and emerging technologies. Champion the use of data as a strategic asset and foster a culture of evidence-based decision-making. Oversee enterprise business intelligence, performance measurement, reporting, and analytics programs. Ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory, privacy, security, and information management requirements related to data. Lead the evaluation and implementation of new analytics tools, technologies, and methodologies. Collaborate with operational and corporate areas to align analytics and reporting efforts with organizational priorities. Direct enterprise planning activities related to data management, analytics, business intelligence, and performance measurement. Monitor and report on organizational performance indicators, strategic outcomes, and emerging trends. Develop and manage branch budgets, business plans, and resource requirements. Build, mentor, and lead a multidisciplinary team of analysts, data specialists, and business intelligence professionals. Foster strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, municipal partners, government agencies, academia, and external organizations to advance data and analytics capabilities. Lead change management initiatives that enhance organizational maturity in data governance, analytics, and performance measurement. A University degree in computer science or business administration. Public Administration, Social Sciences or a related field or equivalent experience. A graduate degree is preferred and considered an asset. 5+ years of specialized training, certifications or designations that are directly related to this area of work. 10+ years’ progressive leadership training in the area data management and corporate governance. Recognized as an authority in management and/or area of specialization and provides advice, guidance and support to others across the organization. Strong technical expertise in AI technologies, machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and related disciplines. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans, manage multidisciplinary teams, and drive innovation in complex organizations. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally along with the ability to explain the concepts of AI to a non-technical audience. Experience working with diverse datasets, data governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements related to data privacy and security. Knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques for planning, executing, and monitoring AI projects. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of artificial intelligence and law enforcement. Hours of Work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Hours of work may be subject to the terms and conditions of variable hours of work program. Salary Range: 95M, Salary Grade: ML4, $161,608.04 - $202,010.05 (annually). General: The City of Edmonton thanks applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for the position will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Please include a current resume and cover letter with your online application. Please note that the option to work remotely is not available at this time. Applicants may be tested. As part of your pre-hire screening, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Security Clearance. Should you accept employment with the Edmonton Police Service you acknowledge and agree to participate in future Enhanced Security Re-Clearances at schedule intervals or in any other circumstances, exigent or otherwise as required by Human Resources Division. Applicants who have completed post secondary education outside of Canada are encouraged to obtain an assessment of their credentials through the International Qualifications Assessment Services (IQAS) (https://alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or another recognized Canadian credential evaluation service. For a list of designated evaluators, please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Service of Canada (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html). Including an IQAS certificate or other credential assessment certificate from a recognized Canadian credential evaluation service with your application is recommended to support the evaluation of the applicant’s educational qualifications. The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade, the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan. All of these agreements promote labour mobility between the Provinces. Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at www.newwestpartnershiptrade.ca. Edmonton rests in the heart of treaty six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation. HR Technician: KJ

What you’ll do

The Director will lead the development and execution of enterprise data governance and analytics strategies to optimize law enforcement operations and community safety. This role involves overseeing business intelligence programs, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving innovation through the integration of AI and data-informed decision-making.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a university degree in computer science, business administration, or a related field, with a graduate degree preferred. The role requires over 10 years of progressive leadership experience in data management and corporate governance, along with strong technical expertise in AI technologies.

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Machine learning · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Data Governance
• Data Analytics
• Strategic Planning
• Business Intelligence
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
• Computer Vision
• Change Management
• Performance Measurement
• Leadership
• Project Management
• Data Privacy
• Security Compliance
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Evidence-based Decision Making
• Influencing Skills
• Continuous Development
• Influencing Without Authority
• Emerging Technologies
• Data Strategy
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Law Enforcement Operations
• Planning
• Budgeting
• Business Administration
• Management
• Strategic Management
• Investments
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Corporate Governance
• Data Management
• Governance
• Public Administration
• Innovation
• Information Management
• Leadership Development
• Natural Language Processing (NLP)
• Organizational Performance
• Resource Allocation
• Social Sciences
• Security Clearance
• Trade Agreement

Job areas

• Data & Analytics
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Technology
• Security & Safety
• Data Analytics Manager
• Data Manager
• Database Designers and Administrators
• Database Architects