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Job Description

The Head of Data Strategy & Administration is a strategic and operational leader responsible for ensuring the smooth functioning of the EDO through enterprise planning, financial stewardship, change management, and governance support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Partnering closely with the Chief Data Officer and executive stakeholders, this leader drives operational excellence, oversees resource management, and ensures alignment of data initiatives with enterprise goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the Chief Data Officer and EDO leadership on enterprise-level priorities, execution plans, and cross-functional alignment
• Translate the EDO’s vision and strategy into operational plans with clear metrics and reporting
• Oversee execution of enterprise-wide data initiatives across business units and functions

Business Operations & Governance

• Partner with Digital Operations to manage EDO operational processes, including budget planning, vendor management, procurement, and administrative functions
• Lead governance operations, including agenda setting, documentation, and follow-ups for data councils, steering committees, and stakeholder forums
• Ensure compliance with enterprise policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls

Financial Management

• Partner with Finance to manage the EDO’s annual budget and forecasting processes
• Track financial performance and resource allocation across data programs, ensuring transparency and accountability
• Monitor ROI and cost-efficiency of data-related investments and platforms

Communications & Change Management

• Drive internal and external communication strategies to promote the EDO’s mission, successes, and roadmap
• Develop change management strategies for enterprise data initiatives to support adoption and cultural alignment
• Create and distribute executive-ready communications, status updates, and dashboards

Program Management Office (PMO) Oversight

• Lead the EDO’s program/project management office to ensure timely and efficient delivery of key data initiatives
• Standardize program governance, reporting, and escalation processes
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between EDO Product Teams, Business and IT

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field
• 10–15+ years of experience in enterprise operations, data or IT governance, or large-scale program management
• Proven experience supporting C-suite executives and leading enterprise functions
• Deep understanding of data management, analytics, and digital transformation in large organizations
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills
• Experience in highly regulated environments (e.g., financial services, healthcare, etc.) a plus
• Travel required approximately 10-15% within the United States
• The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA or Masters in related field
• Experience in highly regulated environments (e.g., financial services, healthcare, etc.) a plus

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Lead with examples and be able to roll up sleeves
• Detailed-oriented
• Non-hierarchical
• Critical thinking
• Leader, not a manager

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

• Basic term and optional term life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Pregnancy disability and parental leave

• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

• Adoption assistance

• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $193,035.00 - $227,100.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.