Database Administrator

Are you interested in a fulfilling career with the Department of General Services? Do you have expertise with Oracle database installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, performance tuning, and troubleshooting?

Apply to be a Database Administrator at DGS!

Title: Database Administrator - 00151

State Role

Title:

Info Technology Specialist II

Hiring Range: $95,000 - $105,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The DGS Office of Information Systems & Services (ISS) is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to support and enhance our enterprise Oracle and SQL Server environments. This role is responsible for the administration, maintenance, and long‑term planning of mission‑critical databases to ensure high availability, strong performance, and robust security. At DGS, we are committed to advancing the Commonwealth’s strategic vision through innovative and effective use of technology.

Our culture is built on trust, partnership, and personal accountability as we serve our customers. ISS is a customer‑focused organization dedicated to delivering technology solutions that empower our agency and its partners. We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator who will play a key role in maintaining the reliability and integrity of our enterprise data systems—an essential component of DGS’s operational and strategic success.

• Installing, configuring, upgrading, and tuning Oracle and SQL Server databases to optimize performance.
• Developing and implementing comprehensive backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Ensuring database security and compliance with agency, state, and federal policies.
• Collaborating with application development teams on data modeling, solution design, and testing.
• Providing Linux system administration support and participating in on‑call rotations for critical systems.
• Establishing and enforcing data standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Creating and maintaining detailed documentation for database configurations and operational procedures.

This position will be located in Richmond, Virginia and must report on site. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) after successful completion of the training period and an approved telework agreement.

Visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

• Experience as a Database Administrator working with Oracle 19c or Oracle 26ai.
• Strong understanding of the database development lifecycle, including data modeling, database coding, testing, and implementation.
• Working knowledge of high‑availability (HA) solutions, including support for Oracle RAC environments.
• Knowledge of Windows Server operating systems.
• Understanding of Change Management Control processes.
• Familiarity with Oracle Advanced Security and encryption configuration.
• Experience with Linux and Unix system administration.
• Database administration experience with Microsoft SQL Server.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with Ameri Corps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

Applicants who require accommodations during the application and/or interview process should contact DGS at  for assistance. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

Service‑Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to obtain their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at the AHP Letter resource or by calling DARS at 800‑552‑5019.

Note:

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022 – February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.