Chief Data Officer

Title: Chief Data Officer DSP02618

State Role Title: Info Technology Manager II

Hiring Range: Negotiable and commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 7

Agency: Department of State Police

Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia

Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Chief Data Officer (CDO) in our Information Technology Division at our Administrative Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The successful candidate will lead the development and execution of the Virginia State Police’s enterprise data strategy, initiatives, policies and procedures ensuring data is governed, accessible, and used effectively to support public safety operations and Intelligence-led Policing (ILP). Reporting to the Chief Information and Technology Officer (CITO), the CDO drives data integration, quality, and analytics initiatives to inform and improve decision-making, operational efficiency, Artificial Intelligence (AI) readiness and service to the Commonwealth. The position collaborates with internal and external partner and stakeholders and across all bureaus to break down data silos, enhance data transparency, and align data efforts with agency priorities such as ILP, crime reduction, officer safety, and interagency collaboration. The CDO also ensures VSP’s data practices meet compliance requirements and support modernization, innovation, and readiness for emerging technologies.

About the Agency:

We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the VSP family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with VSP!

VSP embraces inclusion and diversity in our workforce and in the protection of all people. We embrace our tradition of professionalism and excellence, and we are excited for our future as we continue our journey to become a best-in-class state government agency. We are firmly committed to our family-like culture and are seeking to expand our team.

Minimum Qualifications

•The CDO must possess a strong blend of strategic, technical, and leadership competencies, including demonstrated expertise in enterprise data strategy, governance, and compliance, particularly within public safety or government settings.
•The CDO must be skilled in modern data architecture, cloud-based platforms, and the integration of siloed systems to enable data-driven decision-making. A deep understanding of analytics, business intelligence tools, and data visualization, and using platforms (i.e. Power BI) is essential.
•Expertise in leadership and change management skills to foster a data-literate culture and build trust across diverse stakeholders.
•The CDO must effectively lead teams, inspiring and guiding them to leverage data strategically. Ability to collaborate with outside agencies and influence cross-functional partnerships is vital to ensure seamless data sharing and interoperability. Strong communication and advisory abilities are critical to engaging executive leadership, influencing policy, and translating complex data concepts into actionable insights that support the Agency’s mission.
•Experience with data tools and software; leadership; decision-making capabilities; strategic planning; business analysis; and in risk management and mitigation.
•High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.

Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on June 30, 2025. Please note, this is an open until filled position, in which, screening will be done continuously while the position is currently being advertised. This position can be closed at any time after five full days of advertisement in the PageUp system. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.

PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Section of the Human Resources Division at civilianemployment@vsp.virginia.gov.

The Department of State Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is to extend employment opportunities to qualified individuals on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

(V)alor (S)ervice (P)ride

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.