Information Technology Specialist 4 Database

Duties Description ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time.

• Manages, develops, directs, and trains GR 23 and GR18 DBAs

• Efficiently manages staff assignments and allocates appropriate resources

• Collaborates with ITS Portfolios and customer Agencies to support projects and applications

• Fosters support of database management standards, guidelines, and best practices

• Proactively identifies problems, anticipates impacts, and proposes solutions

• Utilizes effective communication skills to interface with management, staff, and all levels of the organization

• Creates and maintains programs and scripts for routine or ad-hoc maintenance of servers/databases

• Develops database backup/recovery/disaster recovery standards and procedures; ensures the integrity of backups

• Performs database software installations and upgrades and applies database software patches when necessary

• Creates physical database structures and database objects following established procedures

• Monitors the health and performance of the database environments and takes corrective action when necessary to ensure maximum performance and databases' availability

• Ensures that all NYS established database security protocols are in place

• Maintains appropriate logs and documentation pertaining to database environments

• Participates in on-call rotations to provide 24x7 support and coverage

• Work with database/software vendor(s) to track and monitor licensing and to assist in the diagnose and resolution of technical issues.

• Participates in the research and evaluation of new and emerging database technologies

Minimum Qualifications Open to NYS employees with one year of permanent competitive service as an Information Technology Specialist 4, SG25 OR in a position at the SG23 level or higher deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of Civil Service Law OR in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in advancement of more than two salary grades.

Note: If you are on the examination eligible list for the position title in this location, you do not need to respond to this posting unless you are also eligible for appointment by one of the qualifications listed above. Candidates must be reachable on the current eligible list for this title in order to be list appointed.

Additional Comments Some positions may require fingerprinting.

Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview.

Positions located in New York City, will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually

• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually

• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually

• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.

• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs

• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits

• New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership

• NYS Deferred Compensation

• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• And many more.

The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name ITS Human Resources

Telephone

Fax

Email Address

Address

Street Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

Notes on Applying To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.