Database Administrator IIITexas Health and Human Services Commission • United States
Database Administrator III
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
- United States
- United States
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Functional Title:
Database Administrator III Job Title:
Database Administrator III Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm Department:
Health, Develop, Ind Serv-425 Posting Number:
13730 Closing Date:
05/10/2026 Posting Audience:
Internal and External Occupational Category:
Computer and Mathematical Salary Group:
TEXAS-B-25 Salary Range:
$5,797.66 - $7,653.00 Pay Frequency:
Monthly Shift:
Day Additional Shift:
Days (First) Telework: Travel: Regular/Temporary:
Regular Full Time/Part Time:
Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City:
AUSTIN Job Location Address:
701 W 51ST ST Other Locations: MOS Codes:
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Brief Job Description:
The Database Administrator III designs, develops, enhances, maintains, and supports the databases underlying IT systems utilized by HHSC program areas. Maintains and monitors integrated database systems. Develops and maintains complex models and logical database designs. Provides expertise in and participates in the development and implementation of database architectures to meet application performance and security requirements. Works with the application development teams, business stakeholders and other partners to enhance existing systems and implement new solutions. Develops goals and objectives for the use and improvement of efficient and cost-effective database systems.
This position is classified as a full-time position (40 hours a week). Work outside of regular hours may be required. Travel to other work locations may be required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Work outside of regular hours may be required. Travel to other work locations may be required.
(30%) Perform and support the design, development, tuning and maintenance of databases including structures, performance, security, and recovery. Provide expertise in and participate in the development and implementation of database architectures to meet application performance and security requirements. Develop and maintain complex models and logical database designs. Coordinate with application development and support teams to ensure their needs are met from a database perspective. Participate in the planning, design, administration, operation, monitoring, maintenance, user security, archiving, and system parameters setting for associated database environments.
(25%) Implement, administer, manage, and monitor assigned application databases in production and non-production environments. Analyze, design, plan and perform database upgrades and maintenance. Monitor database performance and implement improvements. Ensure that data integrity and data security is maintained. Setup views, roles, stored procedures, and database links to allow use of databases while preserving data integrity and maintaining security within established policies, regulations, and guidelines. Assist in the development and maintenance of the database disaster recovery and backup plan. Establish and implement database security controls and user access levels.
(25%) Identify and resolve issues related to database systems to ensure that systems are online and without service interruption. Perform analysis, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and problem resolution. Analyze software for defects and performance tuning opportunities. Develop and test database code/scripts to restore defects and improve application reliability and performance. Write and debug complex stored procedures and triggers. Develop, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot batch processes.
(15%) Provide technical guidance for database related design, development, integration, conversion, and testing work. Educate development teams on database concepts and techniques. Assist with analysis and design of new development, updates, changes, and fixes. Evaluate and recommend database software packages for potential acquisitions. Perform routine and ad hoc report design and development.
(5%) Other duties as assigned. May include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of the principals, practices and techniques of database design and development, database structures and theories and current database technologies.
Knowledge of data analysis techniques.
Knowledge of relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server)
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of software development and the full software development life cycle (SDLC).
Knowledge of computer operations, systems, and procedures.
Skill in administering Oracle and/or MS SQL databases.
Skill in performing Extract, transform, and load (ETL).
Skill in SQL and scripting.
Skill in technical analysis and design, including database design and planning.
Skill in complex problem solving and critical thinking.
Ability to design and develop database systems based on customer requirements
Ability to coordinate the development and dissemination of technical content for a variety of users.
Ability to identify and analyze complex business problems and define user needs.
Ability to process information logically and perform detailed work accurately.
Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines.
Ability to manage and coordinate multiple activities in different projects.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
Oracle/SQL Certification is preferred but not required
Initial Screening Criteria:
Bachelor's degree or higher in a technology related field is preferred. Three years of database administration experience in Oracle database. Experience in Application lifecycle support, automation & scripting.
Additional Information:
Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.
Selected candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Selected candidate must be willing to commute to the office on the required days.
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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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