Senior Database Administrator

Database Administrator Lead

The Database Administrator Lead oversees the design, optimization, and security of all SQL Server databases supporting the County Recorder's Office. Responsibilities include managing database availability, directing data backup and recovery strategies, and providing technical leadership and query optimization support to application developers. This role ensures our core data systems operate at peak performance while maintaining strict security standards for critical public records and operational data.

The Maricopa County Recorder's Office (MCRO) is responsible for maintaining the Maricopa County voter registration records and for administering over elections in partnership with the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. The MCRO also maintains the permanent public record of over 50 million documents dating back to 1871, including deeds, plat maps, and a variety of other important documents. Our office serves over 2.5 million registered voters as well as 4.4 million residents across Maricopa County. The MCRO offers a friendly, welcoming, and collaborative environment with opportunities to grow and develop new skills.

We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays! We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance.

We require four (4) years of experience as a Database Administrator and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications.

Other requirements include successfully completing the next scheduled Secretary of State Election Officer Certification, eligibility to vote in Arizona, and passing applicable background screening.

We also value six (6) years of experience administering, monitoring, and optimizing relational databases, including writing SQL queries and stored procedures, with a preference for Microsoft SQL. Strong collaboration and communication skills, experience with Redgate SQL Source Control, SQL Clone, and related database DevOps tools, working knowledge of SQL Server High Availability and Disaster Recovery technologies, and understanding of the full Software Development Lifecycle are also valued.

Job contributions include overseeing the installation, configuration, health, and daily maintenance of enterprise Microsoft SQL Server database environments to ensure high availability, data integrity, and peak performance. Collaborating closely with application developers to review, design, and optimize complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, indexes, and database schemas for maximum execution speed and efficiency. Managing, testing, and maintaining database failover clusters, Always on Availability Groups, backup strategies, and disaster recovery procedures to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operational resiliency.

Most work is performed in both office and remote work environments. Employees may be eligible for hybrid work arrangements in accordance with Office policies and operational requirements. Regular on-site attendance is required to support business operations, meetings, and critical functions. Extensive mandatory overtime is required during the Primary/General election cycle. The job requires participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation that requires addressing critical issues at various locations throughout Maricopa County. Work is primarily high volume in a fast-paced environment. It requires prolonged sitting while performing computer tasks.

Selection procedure includes consideration only for candidates who submit online applications, contact through email and their Workday online application profile, and passing a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive.

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process.