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Data Modernization Administrator
Working Title
Data Modernization Administrator
Posting Number
CSA02624P
Department
DSU-Research & Economic Development
Physical Location of Position (City)
Madison
Posting Text
Join DSU in our partnership with South Dakota’s Department of Health as a Data Modernization Administrator! In this pivotal role, you will drive transformative initiatives to modernize IT systems, enhance data processes, and build workforce capacity across the department. While leading high-impact projects, you will ensure the alignment of department-wide technology with national standards while advancing data-driven decision-making to support public health goals.
As a key member of the leadership team, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and play a vital role in building the technical capacity of the DOH workforce, fostering innovation, and ensuring compliance with national data standards.
NOTE: This position is externally funded and is subject to continual funding.
Work Location: Pierre or Madison, SD
Qualifications:
As a key member of the leadership team, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and play a vital role in building the technical capacity of the DOH workforce, fostering innovation, and ensuring compliance with national data standards.
NOTE: This position is externally funded and is subject to continual funding.
Work Location: Pierre or Madison, SD
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Informatics, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Experience driving transformative projects in public health IT systems, data modernization, and informatics.
- Proven track record in aligning IT initiatives with organizational goals to advance data-driven decision-making.
- Expertise in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, including budgeting, strategic planning, and performance monitoring, to deliver measurable outcomes.
- Experience developing and enforcing data governance policies.
- Strong leadership abilities to guide cross-functional teams and foster partnerships with internal staff, external contractors, and national organizations.
- Exceptional skills in stakeholder communication, translating complex technical concepts into actionable strategies, and managing organizational change effectively.
- Familiarity with public health initiatives, data utilization strategies, and compliance requirements, ensuring alignment with state and national objectives.
- Analytical mindset for addressing evolving challenges in IT modernization, public health data systems, and workforce capacity development.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the DOH’s Data Modernization Initiative (DMI), driving transformative efforts under the CDC’s Electronic Lab Capacity (ELC) and Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) funding.
- Lead the IT Steering Committee fostering collaboration across divisions to support interoperable IT solutions and data integration initiatives.
- Support development of data modernization activities for the DOH Strategic Plan, ensuring alignment with state and national public health priorities.
- Lead efforts to enhance interoperability across DOH IT systems.
- Translate the needs of epidemiologists, data analysts, and public health professionals into actionable IT and data requirements for IT strategic action.
- Serve on the leadership team for DOH Data Governance Committee to develop robust policies that align with BIT centralized data governance efforts.
- Manage or support IT modernization projects on key DOH initiatives, ensuring milestones are achieved and outcomes support public health goals.
- Act as a liaison between DOH division to support the coordinated development of IT and informatics projects.
- Represent DOH in national forums, ensuring South Dakota remains informed about and aligned with national data modernization priorities.
- Identify and implement comprehensive IT and data workforce development plans to enhance and sustain the DOH’s technical capacity in IT and informatics.
- Provide technical guidance on RFP and SOW development for IT systems, data collection systems, and data utilization processes
Benefits:
- Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
- South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
- Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
- Reduced tuition for education.
- Professional liability
- Paid family leave
How to Apply:
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and a list of at least three references.
For questions concerning the position, contact Alicia Entringer at Alicia.entringer@dsu.edu.
Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled
Posting Date
03/09/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
First Consideration Date
Advertised Salary
CSA Pay Grade IT6: Starting at $66,583.00
Duration of the Term
12 months
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Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
M-F (8:00 – 5:00)
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
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This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays
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Department Description and Cultural Expectations
In addition to the exciting professional opportunities at Dakota State University, employees will have the privilege of enjoying the benefits of Madison, South Dakota. Nestled in the heart of the state, Madison offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, creating an ideal environment for work-life balance.
The city boasts a range of recreational activities, from picturesque parks to outdoor events, fostering a sense of community engagement and well-being. Madison’s scenic landscapes and proximity to nearby lakes provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it be fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.
Madison’s location within South Dakota provides easy access to larger cities, cultural events, and regional attractions. Madison is only a short 50 minute drive from South Dakota’s largest city, Sioux Falls.
The city boasts a range of recreational activities, from picturesque parks to outdoor events, fostering a sense of community engagement and well-being. Madison’s scenic landscapes and proximity to nearby lakes provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it be fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.
Madison’s location within South Dakota provides easy access to larger cities, cultural events, and regional attractions. Madison is only a short 50 minute drive from South Dakota’s largest city, Sioux Falls.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
DSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and DSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing DSU-HumanResources@dsu.edu.
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