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Functional Title: Database Administrator IV
Job Title: Database Administrator IV
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: TTF Admin
Posting Number: 18993
Closing Date: 07/31/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical
Salary Range: $7,015.16 - $11,864.50
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-27
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 15%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Other Locations: Austin
MOS Codes: 0670,0671,0679,6046,6049,8846,8848,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,25B,26B,5C0X1S,681X,682X,781X,782X,CTI,CTT
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We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator IV (Database Administrator) to join our team. The Database Administrator is part of the Family Health Services (FHS), Thriving Texas Families (TTF) team that runs a statewide program aimed at promoting healthy pregnancy and childbirth and increasing access to resources that promote family and child development.
Under the supervision of the Thriving Texas Families Director, the Database Administrator performs complex (senior level) database work and is tasked with supporting the upload, quality assurance, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of TTF data.
The ideal candidate will have experience in designing, developing, and maintaining business intelligence solutions using Microsoft Power BI and SQL Server. The role involves transforming raw data into meaningful insights through interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to support business decision-making.
Work involves conducting detailed analysis of data sets, performing data needs assessment, developing Power BI reports, and data extraction; testing, implementing and maintaining TTF database to increase efficiency through the automation of routine tasks; and mentoring TTF team members in the use of compiled datasets, such as contract management, open record and legislative requests. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment and collaborates closely with staff across FHS and HHSC to support timely and accurate production of recurring data reports, provides actionable analysis, and completes ad hoc reports and responses to requests for information.
The Database Administrator has a working knowledge of HHSC rules, policies and procedures, and mission.
Completion of job duties requires working under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement and provides excellent customer service to all collaborators.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Functions
40% - Consults and coordinates with leadership and Information Technology (IT) in order to identify and communicate potential areas for increased Thriving Texas Families (TTF) database efficiencies through the use of automation. Designs, develops, codes, tests, implements, maintains and documents database applications to implement those efficiencies. Communicates with Information Technology staff or other internal stakeholders to ensure issues are communicated clearly and resolved timely.
20% Supports migrations to TTF data management system and tests the migrations to ensure data reliability and functionality by developing, publishing, and maintaining the TTF database. Develops Power BI reports and dashboards for the Thriving Texas Families program as directed by leadership or Legislature. Identifies TTF data errors in Power BI reports, incorrect data mapping that results in inaccurate data, or other issues associated with the TTF database that affect it's efficiency.
10% Executes procedures necessary to save, retrieve, and recover databases from hardware and software failures by coordinating and providing application and database operations triage support to troubleshoot and resolve functional and performance issues encountered in production, development, and test environments.
10% Connects and integrates data from multiple sources such as Excel, SAS, and SQL Servers to ensure TTF data accuracy by pulling data from the TTF production and test database to compare and make necessary corrections. Conducts data testing in production and tests databases to ensure that database resource material is clear so staff and grantees understand how to enter data into the TTF database.
10% Maintains data standards by preparing, developing, and updating database procedures, ensure that data mapping is accurate, and definition data requirements used in data dictionaries. Also works with HHSC IT subject matter experts to ensure resource documents are clear and accurate.
10% Creates test database environments, including the development of libraries and database procedures to ensure that updates to the TTF database are tested, mapped correctly, and are available in Power BI reports to address legislative changes or requests from leadership.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
none
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Skill in database system development and ability to describe identified issues with the database with Information Technology staff or other internal stakeholders.
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Skill in developing, publishing, and maintaining Power BI reports and dashboards.
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Experience in gathering business requirements and translating into technical solutions.
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Prepares and develops database documentation, procedures, and definitions for data dictionaries.
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Ability to connect and integrate data from multiple sources such as SQL Server, Excel, Microsoft Azure, etc.
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Ability to identify and interpret data patterns and trends and assess data quality.
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Experience in analyzing report performance to ensure data accuracy.
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Ability to troubleshoot data-related issues and provide technical support.
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Ability to collaborate with business stakeholders to identify reporting needs and provide analytical support.
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Skilled in providing training and support to end users when required.
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Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
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Highly skilled in entire MS Office Professional software suite (Outlook, Word, Explorer, Power BI, Excel, Power Point and Access) with expert-level skills in Excel.
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Ability to exercise independent judgment and show initiative.
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Ability to work independently in a team environment.
Initial Screening
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Bachelor’s degree relating to the position either on the technical side or the program side; experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis.
- Experience working with Microsoft Power BI, SQL databases and writing SQL queries.
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Experience with dashboarding tools (Tableau, etc.).
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Experience with SQL and querying databases.
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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
