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Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer - Office of the Secretary of Transportation
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Lead the Department of Transportation’s data, analytics, and AI initiatives, shaping strategy, governance, and technology adoption to drive mission‑critical insights and innovation across the agency.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive data, analytics, and AI strategy aligned with the Department’s mission and objectives.
- Oversee the planning, management, and delivery of data, analytics, and AI programs across all DOT agencies.
- Establish data governance frameworks, standards, and best practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
- Drive the adoption of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI technologies to support evidence‑based decision making.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, stakeholders, and external partners to identify high‑impact data initiatives.
- Lead, mentor, and grow a high‑performance data and AI workforce.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in data strategy, analytics, and AI program leadership within a large, complex organization.
- Deep knowledge of machine learning, data science, and advanced analytics techniques.
- Proven track record of implementing data governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and big‑data technologies.