Director, Data Governance

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. Job Title: Director, Data Governance Reports to: Chief Digital & Data OfficerLocation: United States (Remote)Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington The RoleStep into a pivotal leadership role as Director, Data Governance, where you will shape the future of Deckers’ data landscape. You’ll develop, implement, and oversee enterprise-wide data governance, data quality, and data management policies, ensuring our data is accurate, secure, consistent, discoverable, and compliant. You’ll partner with cross-functional teams to build a governance framework that supports trusted data products, data mesh principles, and enterprise analytics initiatives. Your work will empower the business to make data-driven decisions with confidence and integrity.We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.Your ImpactDevelop and maintain enterprise data governance strategies, frameworks, and policies aligned with business priorities, risk posture, and compliance obligationsEstablish and operate governance structures that support domain ownership, data product stewardship, and data mesh enablementDraft, publish, and maintain standards covering data quality, metadata management, privacy, security, access controls, classification, and retentionPartner with Legal, Privacy, Information Security, and Compliance teams to ensure governance policies align with regulatory requirements such as GDPR and CCPADefine data quality metrics, thresholds, and monitoring approaches, driving accountability through transparent scorecards and remediation processesLead governance operationalization by embedding controls into delivery workflows and data product lifecycle processesPartner with platform and engineering teams to implement governance capabilities into core data platforms, including cataloging, lineage tracking, and access governanceBuild and lead a community of practice for data stewards and domain data owners, including training and ongoing enablementEstablish and run governance forums and decision-making processes to resolve data ownership, definition, quality, and access issuesProvide executive-level reporting on governance maturity, compliance posture, data quality health, and key risksLead and develop a governance team, setting objectives, coaching talent, and ensuring consistent delivery of governance outcomesWho You AreBachelor’s degree required, preferably in Information Systems, Business Administration, Law, or a related field; Master’s degree preferredCertifications in data governance or data management (CDMP, DAMA), privacy (CIPP/US, CIPT), or compliance are a plus10 to 15 years of experience in data governance, data management, data compliance, or a related field5+ years of leadership experience leading governance initiatives across complex, matrixed organizationsExperience working in regulated environments with a focus on data privacy, data protection, and regulatory complianceExperience supporting modern data architecture initiatives including data mesh and cloud-native platforms preferredDemonstrated experience building governance programs that include policy definition, stewardship models, data quality management, and tooling enablementStrong knowledge of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and data quality practicesFamiliarity with privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) and security frameworks and controlsExcellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence across business and technical audiencesAbility to translate regulatory and policy requirements into practical, actionable guidance for teamsStrong program management, organizational, and documentation skillsProactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environmentComfortable working in a global, matrixed organization with multiple stakeholders and competing prioritiesWhat We'll Give You – Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses a