Enterprise Data Steward (Short Term)

Description
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Job Title: Enterprise Data Steward (Short Term)
Work Type: Onsite
Location: Richmond, VA 23219
Start Date: 06/15/2026
End Date: 06/30/2026
Industry Category: Information Technology / Data Management
Employment Type: Contract
Requisition ID: 801234
Overview
The Enterprise Data Steward will support a statewide data program by strengthening data management practices, improving data quality, and enabling consistent data governance across business divisions. This role focuses on coaching, coordination, and communication rather than technical development, making it ideal for a data professional who excels at guiding stakeholders and promoting data literacy.

Application
Candidates must be able to interview in person and meet onsite work requirements. Applicants must confirm their ability to work onsite in Richmond, VA three days per week and reside within the United States for the duration of the assignment.

Job Description
The Enterprise Data Steward plays a key role in advancing enterprise data governance initiatives by partnering with division-level data stewards to improve data quality and consistency. This position works closely with business stakeholders to guide stewardship activities, develop key documentation, and prepare datasets for enterprise data quality measurement. The role emphasizes collaboration, training, and hands-on support to build data literacy and ensure alignment with organizational data standards.

Responsibilities

Data Stewardship & Governance

Coordinate and support assigned data stewards across divisions
Facilitate regular check-ins to monitor progress and align on priorities
Guide the development of data artifacts such as data dictionaries, business rules, and scoping documentation
Prepare datasets for data quality measurement within governance tools
Training & Enablement

Deliver training and coaching on data management principles and stewardship practices
Promote data literacy and consistent data handling across teams
Collaboration & Communication

Serve as the primary liaison between business divisions and the enterprise data program
Facilitate discussions with non-technical stakeholders to drive data-related initiatives
Partner with system owners and subject matter experts to resolve data issues
Operational Support

Ensure adherence to established data governance frameworks and standards
Maintain organized documentation and track stewardship activities across divisions
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of experience with productivity tools such as Excel, SharePoint, and Teams
8+ years of experience in data management, data quality, and data stewardship
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to guide non-technical stakeholders
Ability to coordinate cross-functional activities and manage multiple priorities
Must be able to work onsite in Richmond, VA at least 3 days per week
Must physically reside within the United States for the duration of the assignment
Must be able to attend an in-person interview
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of experience with Collibra or similar data governance tools
Experience developing data dictionaries, business rules, or related documentation
Background in enterprise data governance or business-facing data roles
Benefits
Compensation
This is a 1099 Contract role.
$58 – $78 per hour

Schedule

Start Date: 06/15/2026
End Date: 06/30/2026
Duration: Approximately 2 weeks
Work arrangement includes onsite presence at least 3 days per week
Assignment is expected to extend beyond initial dates into the next fiscal year
Work Location
1401 E Broad St
Richmond, VA 23219
Onsite work required with a minimum of 3 days per week in office