IBM DB2 Database Administrator
About The Position
Nebraska DHHS is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support and maintain critical IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 environments that power essential Health and Human Services systems. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with 5+ years of DB2 administration experience, strong Java, REXX, Python development skills who is ready to ensure data reliability, system performance, and long-term stability for mission-critical applications. This is a full-time/permanent on-site role in Lincoln, Nebraska. Not eligible to be contract position. The State of Nebraska is value driven, and these values are at the core of everything we do: Treating others with dignity & respect – ethically sound – customer is always the priority. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for this position or accept STEM OPT (form i-983) at any time.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Computer Science or related field of study and three years related experience or A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two years of experience.
- Experience may include application programming, software installation and software maintenance, including systems programming, online programming, database design, analysis and programming using IFS and/or SQL/DS and database administration.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Knowledge and experience supporting IBM z/OS and LUW DB2
- SQL Query development and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of utilizing IBM z/OS tools including Data Studio, SPUFI, QMF, DB2I
- Knowledge and experience with Java/ REXX development to author and maintain scripts used for DB2 administration
Nice To Haves
- At least 5 years of recent experience in IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 Administration and support
- IBM InfoSphere Data Replication
- REXX/ Python/ VBscript development
- CA CoolGen COBOL
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, test IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 database changes in accordance with NFOCUS and MMIS releases
- Manage the IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 environment by performing reorgs, statistics, data unloads/ loads, data backups/ recoveries
- Assist technical teams with SQL Query development as well as troubleshooting issues
- Administer and maintain Windows MS SQL Servers
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- Immediate earning of vacation and sick leave
- State-matched (156%) retirement plan
- Health (79% employer contribution), dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
