Job Class Code: 0189 (Database Administrator)
Grade: 29
Salary: $29.94 - $42.03 per hour 

Closing: December 3, 2024

At the Department of the Secretary of State , we are a team dedicated to providing efficient and exceptional service to our community. We prioritize work-life balance and provide great benefits to support our team in achieving professional success while maintaining personal well-being. Join a team that fosters a culture of teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, offering opportunities for growth and making meaningful impact on the lives of our citizens. 

Join our team and be part of a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement!! This position is also eligible for a 15% training and recruitment stipend!

Office of Information Services is seeking motivated candidates for the position of Unix Database Programmer in the Information Services Division. 

Who are we?
As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring all databases are functional and up to date. 

Work hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•    Shared responsibility for the day-to-day management of all SOS databases 
•    Ad-hoc queries for all supported databases as required by the business community.  
•    Maintains and designs new databases using Oracle and MS SQL.  
•    Manages the backup and recovery of all SOS databases.  
•    Analyzes, Designs, implements, and manages database-related batch processes.

In order to be successful, you must have:

•    Demonstrated ability to define and resolve complex technical problems independently 
•    The ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing to both technical and non-technical audiences 
•    Three years of experience with Unix Shell Scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Perl, etc.) 
•    Three years of experience with Oracle PL/SQL 
•    Two years of experience with Database Administration (RMAN, opatch, Oracle Enterprise Manager and command-line utilities) 
•    Experience with version control software (SVN, GitHub) 
•    Experience with batch scheduling and automation tools (Jenkins) 
•    Excellent organizational and time-management skills 
•    Friendly and collaborative interpersonal skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education, training, and/or experience in complex computer programming, analysis, and design, database management, or another information technology oriented field demonstrating:




• competency in operational planning and development


• implementation of technical processes and procedures.

For more information or questions, please contact: Matthew Dudley or call (207) 441-4512.

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.


• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 


• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.62 annual value).


• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.