Data Jobs in Fredericton, NB

ANBL

Senior Data Governance Specialist

Essential role information

Title: Senior Data Governance Specialist

Language requirement: Spoken and written competence in English

Location: Fredericton, NB – remote work possible

Closing: May 1, 2026

Who we are

As one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 2025 and 2026, ANBL is proud of the people-first culture we’ve built together with our team members. Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL) is a provincial Crown corporation responsible for the purchase, importation, distribution, and retail activity for all beverage alcohol in the province.

Our sister company, Cannabis NB (CNB), manages retail cannabis sales for the province, providing safe and legal products while focusing on education, safety and responsible access.

Together, ANBL & CNB return 100% of profits to the Government of New Brunswick to benefit all New Brunswickers while responsibly serving customer and communities across the province.

Corporate Social Responsibility at ANBL

At ANBL, we take our social responsibility seriously. With our Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy to guide us, we are committed to:

• Responsible selling through our CHECK 30 program, which specifies that customers who look younger than 30 will be asked for valid photo identification.
• Food security through our partnership with Feed Nourrir NB to help get more food to the New Brunswickers who need it.
• Helping New Brunswickers get home safely through our Safe Ride program, providing FREE transportation at ANBL-sponsored events.

None of these efforts would be possible without the more than 800 team members who are the lifeblood of our organization and choose ANBL as their employer.

What's in it for you?

Being part of the team at ANBL means working in an organization that values its people and encourages every employee to have a voice. Our team takes pride in contributing to the communities and province we serve.

At ANBL, we also support both personal and professional growth through internal and external development opportunities, including our Leadership Development Program.

About the Senior data Governance Specialist role
At Alcool NB Liquor, we look for people whose values align with ours! Integrity, Caring, Trust, Community and Celebration. We value team members who collaborate well, make thoughtful decisions, support others, and take pride in delivering great experiences while celebrating success together.

The Senior Data Governance Specialist encompasses comprehensive subject matter expertise in data governance principles, practices and processes, and their application in business contexts. This includes data management concepts, organizational data flows, applicable legislative and regulatory considerations, and the impact of data quality on business operations. This role develops and maintains data governance frameworks, standards, and policies, as well as working closely with data architecture to continually understand the technology environment for both data governance and the data itself. They will also support the delivery of the Data Governance Program by executing day-to-day operations, coordinating working groups, and ensuring consistent application of governance practices across ANBL and CNB. This role will be the first point of contact for Data Owners, Stewards, and Custodians across the organization, collaborating with them to implement program activities, monitor data quality, and provide timely support in all data quality and governance matters. This role will play a key part in driving organizational change and securing buy-in, as the program represents a significant shift in the way we work with Data Governance.

Additional Responsibilities

• Data Operations – Support day-to-day operations, along with the advancement of data governance, and data owners / stewards / custodians.
• Data Quality Monitoring – Develop and execute data quality metrics and dashboards, troubleshoot and investigate date issues, while acting as the first point of contact and collaborating with Data Owners, Stewards, and Custodians to resolve discrepancies and to improve data integrity.
• Policies & Standards – Draft, maintain and periodically review data governance policies, standards, and procedures that comply with legislative and regulatory requirements, and that address data security, metadata management, and data catalog.
• Business Collaboration – Build relationships across the business to advise on and support adherence to data governance policies and standards and understanding their pain points to potentially update procedures.
• Change Management & Communications – Lead development of communication materials and training content to increase awareness of data governance across ANBL and CNB. Coordinate surveys and feedback forums to measure adoption and maturity of data governance understanding.
• Metrics & Reporting – Track and report on key performance indicators related to data quality improvements, data governance adoption, and program effectiveness. Maintain dashboards and reports to identify key risks and to provide key insights to leadership.

What do you need to be successful?

• Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Information Management, or Technology
• 5+ years of experience in defining and supporting data governance initiatives
• Expert knowledge in data governance frameworks and principles, and how they are applied across an organization
• Strong familiarity of data administration, data warehousing, and data movement tools
• Knowledge of privacy, security, and compliance requirements related to data
• Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commitment to confidentiality and discretion
• Proficiency in Excel and Visio (or other equivalent data analysis and process design tools)

Language competencies

• Bilingualism in both official languages is an asset, but not required

Work location:

• The Retail Operations Centre is located in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
• The successful candidate must be based in New Brunswick, remote work is possible.
• Semi-regular travel for meetings and project work may be required.

Compensation information:

• $ 75,720 – 87,898

Benefits information:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental coverage and a generous pension plan.
• Access to a Health Spending Account or Wellness Subsidy
• Opportunities to utilize flexible work arrangements, such as remote or hybrid work.

Note

• Only candidates with legal authorization to work in Canada will be considered

Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We foster an inclusive and accessible workplace, and accommodations may be provided upon request, in all aspects of the selection process.