Database Administrator

DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

Funding Arizona’s future through excellence in innovation, exceptional customer service and public servant-led continuous improvement.

Job Location:

Support - Information Technology Division, 1600 W Monroe St., Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:
Salary: $75,000
• Grade: 25
• Closing Date: 6/15/2026

The Database Administrator is responsible for administering, testing, and implementing computer database system(s) as assigned, and coordinating changes to the database system(s) as needed. This position will identify, investigate, and resolve any database performance issues and will also implement security measures to ensure the safeguard of the database system(s).

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and resolves database or production issues
• Tests databases and makes necessary modifications to meet functionality requirements
• Plans, coordinates, and implements security measures
• Engages with database stakeholders to understand functional requirements
• Reviews and recommends improvements to existing architectures

• Create deliverables according to the Software Development Life Cycle to include writing and coding database scripts and stored procedures

• Develops standards and guidelines for database use and protection
• Identifies and documents functional and technical database specifications

• Remains current on all laws, regulations, policies, and best practices related to taxation through regular engagement in activities such as: self-directed research, conferring with other practitioners and technical experts; subscriptions to regulatory/legal/industry newsletters and briefs; membership in industry associations and attendance at meetings/events; and/or participation in training and continuing education opportunities.
• Actively contributes to team and individual effectiveness through the following: completes all required training in a timely manner, participates in assigned work teams as appropriate, prepares for and actively participates in 1:1 coaching with supervisor, maximizes work processes and deliverables through lean principles within the Arizona Management System (AMS), provides recommendations for process improvement, and engages in continuous improvement efforts as assigned.
• Assist in training of new employees and/or junior staff

• Working knowledge of computer database management systems, applications, and programming languages
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life-Cycle
• Knowledge of IT release and configuration management
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of object-oriented programming principles
• Deep understanding of monitoring, database diagnostic and analytics tools

• Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills and demeanor
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and work in high-pressure situations
• Proficient in the use of a PC in a Windows environment; in the use of the Internet; in the use of MS Office Applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel, PowerPoint; and in the use of Google Suite applications such as Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Drive; advanced proficiency with T-SQL and Power Shell, database design, database implementation, database administration, troubleshooting databases and database servers
• Proficient in Windows based systems: MS SQL Server 13.0-16.0 (2016, 2017, 2019, 2022), Azure Dev Ops, Index management, SSMS, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS, and system backups

• Ability to clear a…