Database Administrator

State of Kansas
US - Kansas - Auburn
January 2, 2025

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancyJob Posting closes: Open Until Filled

Agency Information:

The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) currently has a vacancy for an unclassified Database Administrator for the Topeka, Kansas location. The KCC is a multi-faceted agency responsible for regulating public utilities including electric, natural gas, telecommunication and water companies as well as motor carriers, oil and gas pipelines and oil and gas natural production activities. The Commission's headquarters is in Topeka with the central Conservation office in Wichita and four Conservation district offices located in Dodge City, Wichita, Chanute and Hays.

About the PositionThis position is located in Topeka, Kansas. Who can apply: Anyone with IT database administration work
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 - 5
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Search Keywords: Database Administration, KCC, Topeka, Shawnee, Kansas

Compensation: $68,439 - $78,705
• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation program s

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information.

Position Summary & ResponsibilitiesPosition Summary:THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN TOPEKA, KANSAS and may be eligible for a hybrid (telecommuting) schedule following an evaluation period.

IT Database Administration work includes designing, configuring, and managing databases to ensure the integrity, security and accessibility of the organization's data including:
- Defining standards for physical data storage, maintenance, access, and security administration.
- Performing backup and recovery using Database Management Systems.
- Configuring database parameters and defining data repository requirements, data dictionaries, and warehousing requirements.
- Designing and implementing approaches to improve database performance, capacity, and scalability.

QualificationsEducation:

High School Diploma/GED or completion of a technical school program in information technology, or a relevant field.

Minimum Required Experience:

One year of experience working in designing, coding, testing and debugging database programs.
Familiarity with server operating systems and simple database management.

Technical Skills:

Knowledge of data base manipulation languages and scripting like PowerShell, PHP, Python, Rueby, or Perl.
Knowledge of SQL languages.
Need to be able to create and understand database design documentation.
Knowledge of REST data services.
Knowledge of the Linux operating system.

Preferred Certification:

Certifications related to database fundamentals, database management systems (DBMS), or specific technologies used such as: Oracle Certified Associate (OCA), Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, AWS Certified Database

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to clearly, effectively, and respectfully communicate in a business environment both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with Agency personnel, business associates, industry, the general public and state and federal officials.
Possess independent thinking and problem-solving skills and analytical thought to deal with the variety of responsibilities associated with this position including making decisions while working independently, and planning/projecting future operational needs.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at / ksrevenue. gov/taxclearance. html
If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact Kansas Department of Revenue at *** or by email at kdor_specialprojects@ks. gov

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Sandra Rak
Email: Sandra. Rak@ks. gov
Phone: ***

Job Application Process

First Sign in or register as a New User.
Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
- Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
- Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

Helpful Resources at jobs. ks. gov : How to Apply for a Job - Instructions and How to Search for a Job - Instructions"

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

Cover Letter
Resume

Helpful Resources at jobs. ks. gov : How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents How to Claim Veterans PreferenceVeterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K. S. A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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