Database Administrator/GenTax Technical Support - ITS4

As a Database Administrator/GenTax Technical Support employee you will be responsible for the design, build, maintenance and administration of the Database Management Systems (DBMS) and for providing production support of the GenTax Integrated Tax System application supporting the Minnesota Department of Revenue. Responsibilities include creating and reviewing database design, managing users and resources, backup and restoration of data, granting and removing access to the databases, ensuring dependability of the databases, capacity planning, workload balancing across servers, compliance to security standards, and production support/incident response., It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
• Criminal History Check
• Reference Check
• Social Security and Address Verification
• Education Verification
• Other legally required checks
• Tax Check

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. Minnesota IT Services is not able to complete Form I-983 or any other form that requires that the employer certifying to using E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :

Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of IT related experience in SQL Server configuration, installation, and maintenance., * Proficient with entity relationship diagraming tools such as IDERA ER/Studio Data Architect

• Ability to configure, install, and maintain SQL Server on Windows Operating Systems, Azure Managed Instance and Azure SQL Database
• Working understanding of SQL License management
• Evaluating performance and tuning SQL Server using database performance monitoring tools
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
• Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.

Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months., * Microsoft Azure: Managed Instance, Azure SQL Databases, Postgres/Postgres SQL

• Ability to Manage SQL Cluster installs
• Experience with Liquibase for managing database table changes
• Experience configuring SQL Server to meet compliance requirements such as IRS PUB 1075, HIPPA, Sarbanes Oxley etc.
• Experience with Gentax, installations, maintenance and updates
• Experience with Database design
• Knowledge of Active Directory (AD) features such as group Managed Service Accounts (gMSA).

* Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at the Minnesota Department of Revenue (DOR). MNIT DOR helps manage the state's revenue collection systems and administers state tax laws. The team is responsible for powering technology that collects over $30 billion annually.