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Join to apply for the Director of Data & AI role at State of Oklahoma 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Director of Data & AI role at State of Oklahoma As the Director of Data & AI with OMES you will enjoy: Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually. A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. Job Details Full-time 40-hour work weeks. Support the Information Services Division. Salary is based on education and experience. Position is on-site in Oklahoma City, OK. Position Summary The Director of Data & AI is a transformational leader responsible for scaling an enterprise-wide data and AI capability for the State of Oklahoma. This role will drive strategic alignment between the OMES Information Services Division (Enterprise IT for the State of OK) and 100+ consolidated agencies within areas of enterprise data strategy, modern data governance, AI lifecycle practices, and hybrid delivery. The Director will report to the State CTO and lead the development of a trustworthy, scalable, and outcome-driven data ecosystem to empower agencies, programs, and policymakers from insights to action. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Leadership Evolve and scale current statewide Data & AI strategy aligned with enterprise IT and agency missions. Lead, mentor, and mature a cross-functional team spanning Data Engineering, Data Science, and Report Analytics. Foster a culture of innovation, ethical AI, and responsible data use. Data & AI Platform Enablement Design, align, and operationalize modern data architecture and enterprise AI practices and standards across target domains and key agencies Drive the adoption of enterprise metadata, lineage, classification, and data sharing frameworks. Ensure secure, governed, and scalable access to high-value datasets across agencies. Governance & Productization Launch and lead enterprise data classification, stewardship, and data product management capabilities. Partner with Legal, Compliance, Security, Architecture, and other governing bodies within to enforce data policies and AI procurement standards. Oversee dataset usability reviews and implement service-level expectations for data delivery. Stakeholder Engagement & Delivery Act as a trusted advisor to agency data leads, enabling responsible data sharing and joint solution delivery. Lead intake, prioritization, and delivery of data and AI services across to serve State of OK Agencies Drive measurable improvements in delivery timelines, data quality, and end-user satisfaction. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild. Occasional travel may be required. Minimum Qualifications Requirements include a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field, and 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in data, analytics, or AI functions leading teams of 100 or more. Additionally, experience with cloud-based data platforms (GCP, AWS, and/or Azure) and modern data architecture patterns and best practices, with a strong knowledge of data governance, AI ethics, model lifecycle, and product thinking. Preference Will Be Given To Candidates Who Demonstrate a servant-leader mindset and a bias toward delivery. Build trust and credibility through transparency and accountability. Shape a performance-driven, future-ready, and inclusive data organization. Experience in the public sector, healthcare, or regulated environments preferred. Familiarity with enterprise data platforms and capabilities across Google, Microsoft, and AWS, as well as nice products. About OMES The Office of Management and Enterprise Services provides excellent service, expert guidance and continuous improvement in support of our partners' goals. We are a highly qualified workforce committed to serve those who serve Oklahomans and make government run in the most efficient, innovative manner possible. OMES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at State of Oklahoma by 2x Get notified about new Director of Artificial Intelligence jobs in Oklahoma City, OK . We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr