Database Administration Manager (Austin)

THIS POSTING IS FOR EXISTING TWC IT DIVISION EMPLOYEES ONLY

WHO WE ARE:
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is based at 1411 Brazos Street, Austin in the Information Technology (IT) Division.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:
We are seeking a strategic Database Administration Manager to lead our Database Architecture and Modernization initiatives. This role bridges hands-on technical depth in mission-critical database systems with robust governance to drive data integrity, business continuity, and compliance. You will establish best practices for database governance, performance tuning, and scalability. We are looking for an exceptional communicator who fosters team excellence and collaborates across technical domains to power high-performing, data-driven applications.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 
The Database Administration Manager (DBA V) is selected by and accountable to the Data Governance Officer. Performs highly advanced and supervisory (senior-level) database administration work. Work involves providing direction and guidance in database administration operations and planning; overseeing the effective and efficient storage, retrieval, customization, and archiving of data by managing diverse data sets to ensure integrated database systems; planning, developing, and implementing database policies and procedures; and ensuring and verifying data integrity. Will assign and supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:
- Ensure adequate staffing for the team to provide optimum services to TWC programs and to sustain operations.
- Communicate job requirements to employees and evaluate their performance.
- Develop employee skills and build depth of expertise to position unit for technology changes and staff turnover.
- Monitor and control unit’s functions to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Lead the design and evolution of robust database schemas and structures, driving modernization, performance tuning, and operational resilience.- Lead data architecture reviews, validating that physical database designs align with enterprise logical models, scalability requirements, and operational best practices.
- Lead proactive database performance management, collaborating with engineering teams to diagnose latency, optimize indexing, and implement high-impact architectural enhancements.
- Lead enterprise-wide database modernization and software migration initiatives, standardizing validation frameworks to guarantee system stability, high availability, and data integrity.
- Oversee and evaluate the implementation of database security standards and controls and authorized user access levels.
- Develop standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures designed to ensure the integrity of the database environment.
- Prepare detailed analyses and reports as assigned.
- Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and agency laws, rules, policies, and procedures including IT Handbook and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that govern TWC IT.
- Contribute to teamwork and communicate effectively.
- Promote an image of IT excellence.
- May serve as backup to IT Directors or Managers.
- Maintains a consistent and reliable work schedule, with the flexibility to work outside of standard business hours, including on-call rotations, to support production issues or address urgent operational needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned to maintain IT operations.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:
- Five years of full-time experience in computer programming and/or systems analysis. 
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position. 
- One year of full-time in-service TWC experience classified as a Database Administrator IV with regular status will satisfy the minimum qualifications.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
- Three years’ experience overseeing database group.
- Seven years’ experience in database administration.
- Experience developing and implementing goals for IT teams.
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry trends, standards, best practices and tools.
- Experience supporting, administering, or implementing enterprise IT tools and technology platforms.
- Strong competencies in planning, resource management, leadership and organization.
- Produce and present clear, concise and professional communications and presentations.
- Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions, communicate clearly and communicate effectively with technical colleagues and non-technical customers.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Knowledge of Texas Workforce Commission programs.

YOU GAIN: 
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Competitive salary: $8,500 – $12,083.33/month 
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan 
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts 
- Medical Insurance 
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave 
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits 

Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.

VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf 

HOW TO APPLY: 
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.