Database Administrator 3

Job Description - Database Administrator 3 (26142064) Position Title: Database Administrator 3 - ( 26142064 ) Core Values of DNRC’s Water Resources Division Stewardship Service Credibility Engagement Work Unit Overview: Technical Project Services (TPS) is a focused team seated in Montana DNRC’s Water Resource Division (WRD). The TPS team is tasked with 3 primary functions: Provide maintenance, tuning, database & environment architecture development, systems integrations, analyses, and reporting for the Water Right Information System (WRIS) Database and WRIS ecosystem. Provide Geographic Information System (GIS)expertise, analyses, map production, and geospatial application development to Water Resource Division (WRD) and WRD’s primary business partners. Provide technical project management support to agency, division, and stakeholder workgroups. The TPS coordinates and collaborates with all WRD workgroups, a subset of DNRC division workgroups, and external partners including, but not limited to, the Montana Water Court, Flathead Reservation Water Management Board, Montana Fish, Wildlife, & Parks, private consultants, water right owners, attorneys, and the public. Opportunity Highlights Shape the Core of DNRC's Water Rights Information System Take ownership ofkey databasesand systems that power WRIS and other water resources applications, ensuring reliable, secure access to critical information across the state. Lead and support modernization efforts, including migration to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, so DNRC can deliver faster, more resilient services to staff, partners, and the public. Design and maintain database a nd system architectures that make complex information easier to manage, report, and use in everydaydecision‑making. Support Secure, Stable Operations Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and recommend improvements that keep systems running smoothly and securely for users in multiple divisions and offices. Help build andmaintainbusiness continuity and disaster recovery capabilities so DNRC can protect data and restore services quickly when needed. Support information security practices by managing access, permissions, and patching in alignment with state and agency policies. Drive Collaboration and Practical Solutions Partner with program staff, GIS professionals, developers, contractors, and other technical teams to understand business needs and turn them into practical,well‑designedtechnical solutions. Support integrations between WRIS, GIS, and document systems to create seamless workflows for staff and stakeholders. Communicate clearly with both technical andnon‑technicalaudiences, helping bridge the gap between business requirements and system capabilities. Explore Innovation and Future Platforms Experiment with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation tools in database and system workflows to enhance monitoring, streamline processes, and support future platform modernization. Contribute ideas and insights to ongoing modernization projects and help DNRC stay current with emerging technologies and best practices. Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays). Vacation leave increases with years of service. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Access to free employee medical clinics and telehealth. Longevity pay with continued state service. Minimum Qualifications - Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities What you bring to this role: Knowledge of: Multi‑tierarchitecture, enterprise infrastructure, and systems integration across server, storage, network, and operating environments. Relational database security principles, including authentication, authorization, auditing, and broader enterprise security practices. Database design concepts such as normalization, transactional integrity, data warehousing, dimensional modeling, and alternative data models. Skill in: Virtualization, containerization, and cloud concepts, including platforms such as VMware,Hyper‑V, Docker, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and related technologies. Using database views,monitoringtools, performance analysis methods, and scripting or automation tools to support efficient database and system administration. Ability to: Assess technical risk, support continuity of service, and use sound judgment tomaintainstable and secure environments. Communicate clearly, manage competing priorities, and work effectively with both technical teams and business partners. Effective May 4, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : Not Applicable Salary: $ 39.24 - 39.24 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings 1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time Job Type Standard Shift Day Job Travel Yes, 5 % of the Time Primary Location Helena Agency : Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Union : 000 - None Posting Date Aug 14, 2026, 4:14:33 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Sep 14, 2026, 5:59:00 AM Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume Contact Name : Lysandra Badilla | Contact Email : View email address on click.appcast.io | Contact Phone : View phone number on click.appcast.io Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application. State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr