Database Administrator I - Information Technology (020703) - EXTENDED

Organization :

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Primary Location :

United States-Texas-HUNTSVILLE Job :

Office and Administrative Support Employee Status :

Regular Schedule :

Full-time Travel No Salary/Salary Range :

$4.623.73 (RET 2.5% Less)

Pay Basis :

Monthly Hazardous duty/

Longevity Pay :

Longevity Pay Training Academy :

No Work Site Visits :

No Study Material :

No Overtime Status :

Exempt Job Posting :

May 4, 2026, 12:00:00

AM Closing Date :

May 22, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

JOB SUMMARY

Performs moderately complex database administration work. Work involves planning, developing, maintaining, and monitoring integrated database systems; developing and implementing database policies and procedures; and maintaining data integrity. Works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A.

Participates in developing long-range, comprehensive database plans; and prepares statistics regarding database information. B. Assists with evaluating and recommending database software packages for potential acquisition; and ensures that appropriate database management software is available and effectively used. C. Assists in developing goals and objectives for the use and improvement of an efficient and cost effective database system; assists in developing policies and procedures designed to ensure the integrity of the database environment; and makes recommendations regarding database security and recovery procedures. D. Assists systems and applications staff to ensure database efficiency; and assists in analyst and problem resolutions pertaining to the database system.

• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience, and Training 1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required one year may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. 2. One year full-time, wage-earning relational database administration, computer programming, or combination of this experience. 3. SQL Server database administration experience preferred. 4. Power BI experience preferred. 5. Experience in backup and restore activities for databases preferred. 6. Experience of data warehousing concepts and tools preferred. 7. Criminal justice information systems experience preferred.

• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as it is defined by state law.

Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of computer programming and systems design. 2. Knowledge of database technologies, structures, theories, and data analysis techniques. 3. Knowledge of computer programming languages and computer operations, systems, and procedures. 4. Knowledge of project control and cost estimating techniques. 5. Knowledge of data processing flowcharting techniques. 6. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 7. Skill to identify and define user task needs. 8. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 9. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 10. Skill in problem-solving techniques. 11. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports. 12. Skill to develop reports and cross references from the data dictionary.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A.

Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile. Additional Information Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.
• Questions regarding this posting may be directed to: Shelbie Morrow Human Resources Headquarters 2 Financial Plaza, STE 600 Huntsville, TX 77340 PH (936) 437-4106 EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov

• Please Note:

  This is a continuation of the position posting dated 05/04/26. Applicants who previously applied for this vacancy need not resubmit their application.
• Military Occupation Specialty Code The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.

Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Military Crosswalk Guide - Prepared by the State Auditor's Office Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions EEO Statement The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.