Oracle Database Administrator (Database Admin Specialist 3)Ohio Department of Job and Family Services • Akron, Ohio, United States
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Oracle Database Administrator (Database Admin Specialist 3)
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
- Akron, Ohio, United States
- Akron, Ohio, United States
About
The Office of Information Services (OIS) supports the business functions and delivery of health, human, and employment services through the application of information technology. OIS supports the delivery of programs to millions of recipients through the development and round-the-clock operation of automated information systems. Learn more about the Office by visiting the ODJFS OIS webpage.
What You Will Do
The Ohio Department of Job & Family Services (ODJFS) is strengthening its enterprise data capabilities and is seeking an Oracle & Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Database Administrator to support our expanding database environment. This is a unique opportunity to help shape and optimize the agency\'s mission-critical data platforms, working alongside experienced database professionals across multiple technologies. This role is ideal for someone with strong foundational Oracle and OCI expertise and a passion for high-quality database design, reliability, and security. You will play a key role in designing and supporting resilient database solutions, implementing best-practice security controls, and collaborating with technical teams as we modernize our data footprint.
You will work closely with fellow database administrators across several platforms, including Oracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, IBM Information Management System (IMS), and IBM Db2, ensuring ODJFS applications are supported by stable, secure, and well-architected data environments.
Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
Manage Oracle database environments including Oracle Data Guard Broker, Oracle Golden Gate processes, and Oracle Cloud Interface.
Virtualize infrastructure running various Unix, Linux, and AIX operating systems.
Design, develop, and integrate highly complex database systems for internal and external users/clients.
Plan and implement capacity and resource expansion to ensure scalability of databases.
Ensure best practices in database planning, design, configuration, performance, and resilience.
Evaluate and propose design and process improvements to achieve performance and cost optimization.
Implement effective risk management controls and adherence to all compliance related items (exceptions, waivers, risks, technical compliance, and access control).
Plan and participate in disaster recovery exercises, system failover planning, and testing.
Lead incident resolution efforts and engage appropriate resources to complete corrective actions quickly.
Manage root cause analysis and problem management activities for continuous improvement initiatives, incident reduction, and performance enhancements.
Provide technical expertise in the development of technical, structural, and organizational specifications. Determine appropriateness of data for storage and optimum storage organization.
Create, document, and implement standards and/or complex modeling to monitor and enhance the capacity and performance of the database. Code complex programs and derive logical processes on technical platforms.
Provide technical leadership that fosters database innovation and champions automation.
Schedule, Hours, Location Schedule:
Full-time.
Hours:
Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Location:
This position will be headquartered in an ODJFS Facility in one of the following cities - Columbus, Akron, or Dayton. The determination will consider proximity to the applicant\'s home address. Addresses include:
Rhodes State Officer Tower - 30E Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
Akron - 172 S. Broadway Street, Akron, OH 44308
Dayton - 6680 Poe Avenue, Dayton, OH 45414
Travel:
Occasional travel within the state of Ohio.
PN(s):
20038893.
The Ideal Candidate, At Minimum, Must Have The Following OPTION 1
60 months of combined work experience in any combination of the following: designing and implementing high availability solutions, performing solutions design, providing technical Tier III database support, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to design, implementation, operation and ongoing maintenance of databases systems; AND
12 months of work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Oracle).
OPTION 2
Completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems; AND
42 months combined work experience in any combination of the following: designing and implementing high availability solutions, performing solutions design, providing technical Tier III database support, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to design, implementation, operation and ongoing maintenance of databases systems; AND
12 months work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Oracle).
OPTION 3
Completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems; AND
36 months combined work experience in any combination of the following: designing and implementing high availability solutions, performing solutions design, providing technical Tier III database support, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to design, implementation, operation and ongoing maintenance of databases systems; AND
12 months work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Oracle).
OPTION 4
Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Tips For Your Application When completing the different sections of this application, clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your online application to be considered.
Pay Information This position is in the State of Ohio\u2019s OCSEA Pay Schedule, Pay Range 36. Starting salary will be the minimum of that pay range (step 1). The current step progression is described below. Cost of Living Adjustments may apply.
Pay Range 36
Steps: Step 1 through Step 9 with corresponding hourly and annual figures as listed in the original content. Months of Employment and related schedule details are provided in the original posting.
Organization Job & Family Services
Agency Contact Name and Information odjfscareers@jfs.ohio.gov
Unposting Date Jun 7, 2026, 10:59:00 PM
Primary Location United States of America - OHIO
Classified Indicator Classified
Primary Job Skill Database Administration
Technical Skills Database Administration, Information Technology
Professional Skills Analyzation, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Written Communication, Continuous Improvement
Primary Technology ORACLE
Agency Overview Who We Are The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through programs such as Cash and Food Assistance, Employment Services and Workforce Development, Unemployment Insurance, Adult Protective Services, and Child Support. Public service is an honorable way to serve the community. Guiding Principles include leadership in customer satisfaction, attracting and retaining diverse talent, and continuous improvement.
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- English
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