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Database AdministratorCity of Tucson • Information Technology,City of Tucson
Database Administrator

Database Administrator

City of Tucson • Information Technology,City of Tucson
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Posting Close Date :

Applicants must submit their completed application by 06-21-2025 at 11 : 59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

As part of the application process, all applicants are required to submit a chronological resume and cover letter at the time of the application. Applications that do not include both documents by the closing date of the recruitment will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration for this recruitment.

The City of Tucson does not provide VISA sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Relocation expenses will not be provided for this position. Candidates are responsible for all costs associated with relocating to the Tucson area, if applicable.

  • Save the date : Interviews will be conducted virtually on the week of June 30, 2025.

Recruiter contact information : If you have any questions, please contact Liliana Almeraz at (520 )837-4303 or

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Database Administrator position at the City of Tucson’s Information Technology Department is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of critical database systems, ensuring the integrity, security, and performance of organizational databases. This position collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop solutions aligned with evolving business needs, applying best practices and technical expertise to advance departmental goals.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Information Technology Manager. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Designs and architects database systems, data models, integrations, and automation scripts based on evolving business and technical requirements, with a current focus on Structured Query Language (SQL) Server and an eye toward future cloud-based solutions using Amazon Web Services (AWS) data services.
  • Develops and implements secure data ingestion pipelines; evaluates and selects appropriate tools and technologies aligned with organizational standards and goals.
  • Manages and maintains database upgrades, patches, migrations, and installations in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring security best practices and enabling enhanced business functionality.
  • Monitors database performance and interfaces, prioritizes and remediates incidents based on urgency and impact, and optimizes configurations for scalability and efficiency.
  • Develops and executes comprehensive backup and recovery strategies to protect critical data and ensure system resiliency.
  • Creates and maintains detailed operational documentation, including architecture diagrams, data flows, change logs, security configurations, technical specifications, and knowledge base references.
  • Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
  • Working Conditions

    Mostly office environment. Requires on-site presence.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    Bachelor’s degree

    Experience

    Three (3) years of directly related experience

    Equivalency

    Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

    Preferred Qualifications

  • Three (3) to five (5) years of experience as a Database Administrator, Data Engineer, or in a related role.
  • Strong experience managing Microsoft SQL Server databases, including performance tuning, high availability configurations, and backup and recovery strategies.
  • Experience with cloud-native database services, including Amazon RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, and other NoSQL technologies.
  • POSITION DETAILS

    Job Profile

    J0764 - Database Administrator

    To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click.

    Compensation Grade

    G109

    Hourly Range

    $32.15 - 48.23 USD

    The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills, and internal equity.

    FLSA

    Exempt

    Position Type

    Regular

    Time Type

    Full time

    Department

    Department Link

    NA

    Background Check : This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

    ABOUT US

    Benefits : The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at

    Citizenship : The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.

    City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

    The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at or 520-791-2619.

    Recruiter Name

    Liliana Almeraz (99363)

    Recruiter Email

    NA

    For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.

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