Job Description

IDR is seeking a Program Manager (Data Governance) to join one of our top clients in the State Government / Healthcare sector located in Albany, NY (Hybrid). If you are looking for an opportunity to join a large organization and work within an ever-growing team-oriented culture, please apply today!

** This is a hybrid-schedule (Albany, NY), 1+ year W2 contract with the potential to extend.

Position Overview

• The Program Manager will lead the statewide implementation of a new Data Governance Board Plan.
• This role will be responsible for driving execution of enterprise data management initiatives, coordinating governance bodies, and ensuring measurable progress across the complex state Medicaid environment.
• The ideal candidate is an experienced professional who can operate at both strategic and operational levels—facilitating collaboration, enforcing standards, and managing multiple high-visibility initiatives.

Required Skills

• 15+ years of experience implementing data governance frameworks or managing enterprise-level data programs
• Proven success leading data governance board design, policy development, or data management strategy execution
• Deep knowledge of data management principles such as DAMA, stewardship, metadata, and data quality
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional and executive stakeholders
• Excellent organizational, analytical, writing, and communication skills
• Experience managing structured action plans and measurable outcomes
• PMP, Agile, or equivalent certification preferred

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact data governance initiative for a major state Medicaid program
• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Chance to influence statewide data standards and enterprise governance practices

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 11 years in a row

Compensation Details: $75/hr W2

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