Job Description
Summary :
The State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking an experienced Data Modeler to lead the design and development of enterprise-scale data models that support cross-functional initiatives across healthcare and human services domains. This role requires deep expertise in conceptual, logical, and physical data modeling, with a strong understanding of public sector data environments and healthcare systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, technical proficiency, and a collaborative approach to unify data across complex systems and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with business and technical teams to identify data and information needs across DHHS programs.
- Design and develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models that support enterprise-wide integration and reporting.
- Create and maintain a comprehensive information architecture blueprint , including metadata, data flows, and lineage.
- Standardize and unify data definitions across disparate systems, departments, and reporting functions .
- Analyze existing systems and business processes to determine structural data requirements.
- Facilitate working sessions with business leads, SMEs, and IT teams to gather requirements and validate models.
- Define and socialize target-state data models and architecture with key stakeholders.
- Implement data governance practices , including standards, ownership matrices, and quality controls.
- Support the implementation of physical data models and optimize for performance, scalability, and usability.
Required Qualifications :
3–5 years of hands-on experience in data modeling, including enterprise-level projects.Proven experience with healthcare or HHS data in a public sector or government setting.Strong knowledge of relational, hierarchical, and Big Data modeling concepts.Proficiency with Erwin or similar data modeling and metadata management tools.Familiarity with data integration, interoperability standards , and data quality frameworks.Solid understanding of data architecture principles , including storage, security, and governance.We're looking for a self-motivated team member who can work independently in a fully remote Agile environment - someone who takes ownership of their work, communicates proactively, and drives progress without needing close supervision.Preferred Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).Certification in Data Architecture or Data Modeling is a plus.Experience working in agile environments and contributing to strategic data initiatives.The ideal candidate thrives in a distributed Scrum team, managing their own deliverables and staying accountable through clear, consistent communication.Requirements
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