A Data Governance specialist is responsible for deploying and enforcing policies and procedures that ensure data is used and maintained properly. Some organizations confuse the title “Data Governance (DG) Specialist” with the title “Data Governance Manager.” The DG specialist is not a member of upper-level management and does not dictate policy. This person, however, must still have good communication skills, as they may be asked for feedback by managers, and guidance by staff. The primary responsibility of the Data Governance specialist is to promote efficient, accurate records, and effective information management throughout the organization. Additionally, this person may act as a liaison between work teams and data support teams.
