Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) · 19 hours ago
Database Administration Analyst (Information Systems Analyst II, Option A)
Springfield, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking a Database Administration Analyst to support the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDoR). The role involves monitoring database performance, conducting technical studies, and performing complex functional and technical activities to enhance production information systems.
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Responsibilities
Under administrative direction, serves as a Database Administration Analyst for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDoR) performing complex and advisory functions for the Gentax application systems
Independently performs complex functional and technical activities supporting the production information system and makes complex systems modification design changes
Monitors the performance and use of database and database designs for the application systems implemented at IDOR and performs analysis and tuning recommendations for improved performance
Conducts technical studies to evaluate and optimize system performance, establishing criteria for information system requirements
Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above
Qualification
Required
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields
Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field
Requires three (3) years of professional experience designing, implementing, and administering SQL Server relational databases within Windows Server environments, including SQL Server Agent Client/Server architecture, and performance tuning to support complex information systems
Requires three (3) years of professional experience developing and automating administrative tasks using PowerShell scripting, with the ability to interpret and apply Active Directory security models and manage NTFS permissions to ensure secure and efficient system operations
Requires three (3) years of professional experience configuring, maintaining, and supporting Gentax systems, including troubleshooting and implementing system modifications to meet evolving business requirements
Requires the ability to verify identity
Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois
Requires ability to pass a tax compliance and position specific, agency required background check
Requires self-disclosure of criminal history
Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, cell phone and any other required equipment or devices
Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties
Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
Requires the ability to serve in an on-call capacity
Requires the ability to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, short notice, evenings, weekends and holidays
Preferred
Three (3) years of professional experience designing, implementing, and administering SQL Server relational databases within Windows Server environments, including SQL Server Agent Client/Server architecture, and performance tuning to support complex information systems
Three (3) years of professional experience developing and automating administrative tasks using PowerShell scripting, with the ability to interpret and apply Active Directory security models and manage NTFS permissions to ensure secure and efficient system operations
Three (3) years of professional experience configuring, maintaining, and supporting Gentax systems, including troubleshooting and implementing system modifications to meet evolving business requirements
Ability to exercise sound judgment in defining, evaluating, and resolving complex technical and operational problems, including precedent-setting or research-based solutions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency officials, technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful system implementation and support
Ability to logically interpret data, identify root causes, and develop solutions for operational or procedural changes within production and test environments
Developed verbal and written communication skills to clearly present technical concepts, system designs, and performance recommendations to both technical and non-technical audience, ensuring clarity and precision in documentation and reporting
Benefits
Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per year
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
Company
Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT)
Vision A reimagined Illinois government empowered by innovation and technology.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lori Sorenson
Chief Technology Officer
Adam Ford
Chief Information Security Officer
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