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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Salary

$89,996.00 - $136,842.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CSSC-2026-61019-01533

Department

Executive Offices

Division

EX OA PS ITDC Sltns Mgmt Div

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

11/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

01533

Position Number

00053178

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

A3

Pay Group

ST10

Bureau / Division Code

00812730

Bureau / Division

Public Safety Information Technology Delivery Center, Solutions Management Division

Worksite Address

5 Technology Park Drive

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Name

Brittany Bradford

Contact Email

bbradford@pa.gov

THE POSITION

The Public Safety Information Technology Delivery Center is looking for a Database Administrator 2 who is ready to make a difference behind the scenes in the Solutions Management Division. In this role, you will help build and support critical databases that serve public safety programs across Pennsylvania. Your technical knowledge will help keep important systems running smoothly, securely, and efficiently. Join a team that values innovation, service, and continuous improvement.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Database Administrator 2, you will support the design, development, administration, and performance of databases used by JNET and PCCD within the Public Safety Information Technology Delivery Center. You will work with technical teams, business partners, and vendors to deliver reliable database solutions, maintain system performance, and support critical business needs. As a Database Administrator 2, you will perform the following duties:

  • Database Design: Design and maintain databases while improving stability, reliability, and overall performance
  • Technical Support: Analyze database issues, develop solutions, and provide assistance to developers, users, and project teams
  • Performance Monitoring: Track database performance, evaluate space usage, and implement improvements that increase efficiency
  • Data Solutions: Develop data models, create complex queries, and support data migration, quality assurance, and cleanup activities
  • Project Coordination: Manage assigned work efforts, maintain project plans, review service requests, and report progress to stakeholders
  • Vendor Collaboration: Evaluate software tools, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and support implementation of database enhancements


Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • One year as a Database Administrator 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Six years of information technology experience that includes three years in the analysis, design, and maintenance of databases in overall support of database administration; or
  • Four years of information technology experience that includes three years in the analysis, design, and maintenance of databases in overall support of database administration, and an associate's degree in any information technology field; or
  • Two years of information technology experience in the analysis, design, and maintenance of databases in overall support of database administration, and a bachelor's degree in any information technology field; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.


Other Requirements:

  • This particular position also requires possession of a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) SQL Server certification and Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Database Administrator certification.
  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


Legal Requirements:

  • You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.


How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
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Posting ID: 1309535001 Posted: 2026-10-28 Job Title: Database Administrator