Senior Technical Database Administrator (PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR, OPT. 3)

State Of Illinois - Springfield, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Springfield, IL

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Senior Technical Database Administrator position at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) is a critical role that involves providing technical guidance and support for database design, implementation, and maintenance. This position is essential for supporting the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and its multi-tier applications and systems, which are vital to the agency's operations. The successful candidate will work closely with application development project teams and management, ensuring that database solutions are effectively integrated into the agency's technology framework. This role requires a deep understanding of database technologies and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. The Senior Technical Database Administrator will also be responsible for ensuring data integrity, security, and availability, while optimizing database performance to meet the agency's needs. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment, where problem-solving and innovative thinking are highly valued. Candidates who possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience are encouraged to apply and join the DoIT team, contributing to the mission of serving the public effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and assistance to application development project teams and management.
• Design, implement, and maintain database systems for the Illinois Department of Public Health.
• Support multi-tier applications and systems critical to the agency's operations.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and availability of database systems.
• Optimize database performance to meet agency needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to databases.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in database design and administration.
• Strong knowledge of database management systems (DBMS) such as SQL Server, Oracle, or similar.
• Experience with multi-tier application architecture.
• Ability to provide technical support and guidance to project teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual skills are welcome.
• Experience in public sector IT environments.
• Familiarity with data security and compliance standards.

Benefits

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
• 3 paid personal business days per year.
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
• Deferred Compensation Program - voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
• Optional pre-tax programs - Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.