Database Administrator (IS Information/Technical Analyst IV)

Performs very complex programming work requiring an expert understanding of the City/SPRWS information technology infrastructure. Consults with customers as a business partner in planning all aspects of information technology projects to meet future needs. Ensures the proper configuration, efficiency, and security of City/SPRWS applications. Assists with staff members in developing and implementing technical solutions. Establishes procedural standards and guidelines for work projects. Maintains knowledge of best practices. Performs other related work as assigned.

The position manages multiple databases for St Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) development and production environments. This position is responsible for database creation, organization, installation, data migration, maintenance, support, backup and restoration of the database environments and its applications.

 

 Primary Responsibilities 

The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill IS Information/Technical Analyst IV positions as they become available in various departments within the City.

Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the IS Information/Technical Analyst IV Job Description. 

The City of Saint Paul’s mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.

 Requirements:A Bachelor's Degree in Information Management, Computer Technology, or a related field and four (4) years of work experience related to the vacancy OR

A vacancy-related technical school certificate and six (6) years of work experience related to the vacancy.

May require a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills: 

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Not sure how the City of Saint Paul's hiring process works? Attend one of our Elevate sessions. The schedule is available at www.stpaul.gov/elevate. 

 Selection Process Information:Assessment: Qualifications Rating

The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and your resume. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and any attachments. You must submit your completed application, supplemental questionnaire and any attachments by the application deadline.

GENERAL INFORMATION: 

Eligible Lists created from Open Job Posting: This job posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately one year. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.

Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method. 

 

Condition of Employment: This position requires a driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. 

200 City Hall Annex

25 West Fourth Street

Saint Paul, MN 55102

Fax: 651-266-6490

E-mail: jobs@stpaul.gov

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Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Veteran’s Preference for Promotional or Internal Candidates: If you are a disabled veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statutes 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 and confirmation from the Veterans Administration of a permanent service-connected disability rated at fifty percent (50%) or more preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.