Database Architect

DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $437.50 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans. WIC DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR

Job Location :

Address : 150 N 18th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details : Salary : $101,970

Grade : 29

Job Summary

This position will support the Arizona Department of Health Services, WIC Program's automated management information system, Health and Nutrition Delivery System (HANDS) a .net application. Responsibilities include logical and physical database design, analysis of requirements, develop requirements for database modifications, monitor outside contractors performance, understand database internal effectively, outline and oversee corrective actions to resolve technical problems, database patching and ensure documentation of all modifications of the database.

Job Duties

• Analyze WIC user needs and database requirements. Analyze database scripts and logic, assist with debugging, make recommendations for appropriate changes required for performance improvement, supervise scripting, coordinate with internal and external database support teams, and provide training and guidance to other staff.
• Analyze database performance, design logic, physical database structures, and monitor database and the external contractor's installation, maintenance and upgrading of the database on multiple platforms as needed. Assist users' acceptance testing, oversee the design of the testing databases, and approval of code changes.
• Effectively communicate with all users, application support / development teams, supervisors and others. Participate in weekly technical discussions, and able to accomplish and perform well as a good team player. Must be adaptable to changing environment and WIC program requirements.
• Oracle and Discoverer support of users, assists with the planning, and training of the WIC staff and provides effective and efficient customer service in a timely manner.
• Write RFQ requirements for changes (change orders) in the database.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position (typically 5% - 10%).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

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Selective Preference(s)

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information System Technology or related field and 2 years of experience (5 years of equivalent experience may be substituted for degree requirements). Advanced training in Oracle technology, DQL, Discover and Crystal Reports.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Must possess a valid level one fingerprint clearance card issues pursuant to A.R.S. §36-113.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply : Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including :

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Retirement

To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.

Contact Us

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-1085. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

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