DATABASE SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas • North Little Rock, AR

1d • $60,416 - $98,574 • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders. All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.

Position Information
Job Series: Database Administrator - Career-path
Classification: Database Specialist
Class Code: IDM03P
Pay Grade: IST05
Salary Range: $60,416 - $98,574
Job Summary
The Database Specialist is an entry-level position responsible for supporting the maintenance and management of the state’s database systems. This role involves assisting with data entry, performing routine database updates, and supporting database administrators and analysts in the implementation and optimization of state databases. The Database Specialist will also be involved in troubleshooting minor database issues and ensuring data accuracy and integrity across systems.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of database principles, including relational database management and data integrity.
• Proficiency in SQL and database query writing.
• Familiarity with common database management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately input and verify data.
• Basic problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills related to database administration and management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with JIRA
• Experience with SAP (Business Objects)
• Experience with relational databases such as electronic offender management systems
• Experience with SQL
• Experience with Excel
• Experience with Data Extraction

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance and updating of the state’s databases, including data entry, validation, and verification of data accuracy.
• Support the creation of database structures and assist in ensuring data is properly stored, updated, and retrieved.
• Monitor database performance and assist in resolving minor issues related to database queries and data access.
• Assist with database backup and restore operations to ensure data recovery procedures are followed.
• Assist in running routine database health checks and system optimizations.
• Participate in the documentation of database procedures, policies, and standards.
• Provide support for ad-hoc data analysis and reporting needs for state agencies.
• Help troubleshoot database issues under the supervision of senior staff members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level