Database Administrator Senior​/Lead

** Posting Date
** 02/09/26
** Final date to receive applications
** 02/14/26
** Pay Range**$91,500 - $160,000 annually     Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
** Job Type
** Unclassified
* * Department
* * Enterprise Technology
** About the Position
** The GIS Database Administrator Sr. is responsible for industry standard geospatial databases and ensuring the integrity of the County’s geospatial data infrastructure.  In addition, this position researches, designs and develops data warehouses and extract, transform, load (ETL) processes.  We are not afraid to get our hands on new technology and systems, and we are willing to take the time to study and learn from others.

The environment is challenging, but we balance the challenges with rewards, and are looking for clever and innovative people to join us.

We are a team that prides ourselves on leveraging technology to create digital transformations. We look for ways to bring about innovative solutions while providing top-notch customer service. Apply today and become part of the team that makes a lasting impact on the future of technology at Maricopa County.
** Proud to Offer
*** Work with a greater purpose
* Tuition reimbursement, including reimbursement for
** Esri
* * and other certifications
* Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
* Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County, including training for
** Esri, FMA, and ETL
*** Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
* Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
* Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
* Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
* Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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** We Require
*** Four years of related professional level experience involving geospatial database, design, development and administration on an enterprise database management system (DBMS) such as SQL Server, Oracle or PostgreSQL
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Geographic Information Systems or a closely related field
* A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
** We Also Value
*** Experience building and maintaining ETL processes using industry-standard tools such as Python, FME, Talend or SSIS
* Knowledge of the full stack of Esri ArcGIS Technology including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and ArcGIS Online with focus on Geodatabases
** Job Contributions
*** Design, build, implement, and administer spatial and non-spatial databases
* Manage enterprise geodatabases to support versioning, archiving and multi-user editing
* Develop and administer automated Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) routines using custom scripts and/or COTS products
* Develop SQL and/or Python scripts for data processing, analysis and/or reporting
* Develop and implement SQL Server stored procedures, functions and triggers when necessary
* Assist with developing and administering hosted map and feature services using ArcGIS Enterprise
* Implement best practices for SQL Server resource utilization, high-availability and disaster recovery
* Ability to obtain Esri certifications related to database management and system administration;
Microsoft certifications related to data management
* Maintain a repository of technical documentation and GIS metadata
** Working Conditions
*** Hybrid teleworking schedule is available for high performers
* Work requires long periods of sitting while completing computer activities
* Travel to and from job-related locations may be required, subject to county policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used on county business
* Some work may be performed after regular business hours on weekends,…