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Description
WHO WE ARE:
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is based at 1411 Brazos Street, Austin in the Information Technology Division.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
You are a forward-thinking Oracle DBA who thrives on the challenge of managing complex database environments. You take pride in being the guardian of data integrity, developing robust procedures that keep systems secure and reliable and work as a collaborative partner with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic data solutions. With your technical expertise and "owner" mindset, you have a proven ability to solve intricate problems and implement industry-leading database standards.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Database Administrator V performs highly advanced database administration work. Work involves providing direction and guidance in database administration operations and planning; overseeing the effective and efficient storage, retrieval, customization, and archiving of data by managing diverse data sets to ensure integrated database systems; planning, developing, and implementing database policies and procedures; and ensuring and verifying data integrity. May oversee the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:
- Provide professional and technical assistance in the planning and development of TWC on-line transaction processing (OLTP) and decision support databases.
- Consult with programmer/analysts to ensure the conceptual and design phases of new applications are consistent with the structural parameters within the database environment.
- Responsible for the development and ongoing enhancements of decision support database systems, monitoring and fine-tuning database performance in both the OLTP and decision support environment, developing and supporting business interface processes and developing database conversion stored procedures.
- Implements and maintains policies and standards related to the design of databases, data access requirements, security and recovery procedures for the database.
- Evaluate database engines, query and performance monitoring tools.
- Maintain disaster recovery procedures and participate in disaster recovery tests and actual recoveries as needed.
- Will be expected to give expert advice on database/information availability, design policies and standards and database query tools.
- Contribute to teamwork and communicate effectively.
- Promote an image of IT excellence.
- Maintains a consistent and reliable work schedule, with the flexibility to work outside of standard business hours, including on-call rotations, to support production issues or address urgent operational needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned to maintain IT operations.
- Five years of full-time experience in computer programming and/or systems analysis.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of computer programming and systems design, of computer operations, systems, and procedures.
- Knowledge of data structure design and proficiency with current database technologies in Oracle version 19c and 26ai.
- Demonstrated experience developing and supporting stored procedures, CRON scripts, and UNIX shell scripts to support business operations and application requirements and to enhance database performance and efficiency.
- Provide support in troubleshooting and resolving database-related issues.
- Knowledge of performance tuning, backup, recovery, and security best practices.
- Strong experience with programming Powershell and SQLPlus scripts.
- Knowledge of industry best practices for configuring and supporting large, complex relational databases, including database backup/restoration, maintain database security, and disaster recovery procedures to safeguard agency data.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Skilled in the development of computer programs and stored procedures utilizing high level programming languages, data modeling, and industry standard data extract/transform/load (ETL) tools.
- Skilled in applying data modeling methodologies, data conversion techniques and implementing repeatable processes for creating and modifying data base structures.
- Experience working with databases in the cloud environments like AWS or the Oracle cloud.
- Ability to work cooperatively with a team of database administrators, analysts and developers to complete work assignments.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively, both orally and in writing to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, coworkers, and vendors.
- Ability to work independently while understanding the need for communicating and coordinating work efforts with others.
- Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.
VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Primary Location
: United States-Texas-AustinWork Locations
:Job
: Database AdministratorsOrganization
: TWC Business UnitSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Type
: StandardJob Level
: Non-ManagementTravel
: Yes, 10 % of the TimeJob Posting
: Oct 31, 2026, 12:00:00 AMDescription
WHO WE ARE:
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is based at 1411 Brazos Street, Austin in the Information Technology Division.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
You are a forward-thinking Oracle DBA who thrives on the challenge of managing complex database environments. You take pride in being the guardian of data integrity, developing robust procedures that keep systems secure and reliable and work as a collaborative partner with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic data solutions. With your technical expertise and "owner" mindset, you have a proven ability to solve intricate problems and implement industry-leading database standards.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Database Administrator V performs highly advanced database administration work. Work involves providing direction and guidance in database administration operations and planning; overseeing the effective and efficient storage, retrieval, customization, and archiving of data by managing diverse data sets to ensure integrated database systems; planning, developing, and implementing database policies and procedures; and ensuring and verifying data integrity. May oversee the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:
- Provide professional and technical assistance in the planning and development of TWC on-line transaction processing (OLTP) and decision support databases.
- Consult with programmer/analysts to ensure the conceptual and design phases of new applications are consistent with the structural parameters within the database environment.
- Responsible for the development and ongoing enhancements of decision support database systems, monitoring and fine-tuning database performance in both the OLTP and decision support environment, developing and supporting business interface processes and developing database conversion stored procedures.
- Implements and maintains policies and standards related to the design of databases, data access requirements, security and recovery procedures for the database.
- Evaluate database engines, query and performance monitoring tools.
- Maintain disaster recovery procedures and participate in disaster recovery tests and actual recoveries as needed.
- Will be expected to give expert advice on database/information availability, design policies and standards and database query tools.
- Contribute to teamwork and communicate effectively.
- Promote an image of IT excellence.
- Maintains a consistent and reliable work schedule, with the flexibility to work outside of standard business hours, including on-call rotations, to support production issues or address urgent operational needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned to maintain IT operations.
- Five years of full-time experience in computer programming and/or systems analysis.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of computer programming and systems design, of computer operations, systems, and procedures.
- Knowledge of data structure design and proficiency with current database technologies in Oracle version 19c and 26ai.
- Demonstrated experience developing and supporting stored procedures, CRON scripts, and UNIX shell scripts to support business operations and application requirements and to enhance database performance and efficiency.
- Provide support in troubleshooting and resolving database-related issues.
- Knowledge of performance tuning, backup, recovery, and security best practices.
- Strong experience with programming Powershell and SQLPlus scripts.
- Knowledge of industry best practices for configuring and supporting large, complex relational databases, including database backup/restoration, maintain database security, and disaster recovery procedures to safeguard agency data.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Skilled in the development of computer programs and stored procedures utilizing high level programming languages, data modeling, and industry standard data extract/transform/load (ETL) tools.
- Skilled in applying data modeling methodologies, data conversion techniques and implementing repeatable processes for creating and modifying data base structures.
- Experience working with databases in the cloud environments like AWS or the Oracle cloud.
- Ability to work cooperatively with a team of database administrators, analysts and developers to complete work assignments.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively, both orally and in writing to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, coworkers, and vendors.
- Ability to work independently while understanding the need for communicating and coordinating work efforts with others.
- Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.
VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Primary Location
: United States-Texas-AustinWork Locations
:Job
: Database AdministratorsOrganization
: TWC Business UnitSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Type
: StandardJob Level
: Non-ManagementTravel
: Yes, 10 % of the TimeJob Posting
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in oracle database administrator jobs.
- Hands-on experience administering Oracle Database environments in a production setting
- Proficiency with Oracle tools including RMAN, ASM, Data Guard, and Oracle Enterprise Manager
- Strong skills in performance tuning using AWR, ADDM, and Explain Plan
- Experience with backup and recovery strategies and disaster recovery planning
- Oracle Certified Professional or Oracle Certified Associate certification preferred or required
- Familiarity with Linux or Unix operating systems in an Oracle database context
Tips for Your Oracle Database Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume for DBA depth
List your Oracle version experience explicitly, including 11g, 12c, 19c, and 21c, since many applicants omit this. Recruiters filter by version match, so a resume that names the versions you've actively administered stands out immediately.
Highlight OCP or OCA certifications early
Oracle Certified Professional and Oracle Certified Associate credentials belong in your resume header or a dedicated certifications section, not buried at the bottom. Many automated applicant tracking systems filter for these before a human reviewer sees your file.
Search by stack, not just title
Postings for oracle database administrator roles often surface under titles like database analyst, database engineer, or data infrastructure engineer. Searching by key skills such as RMAN, ASM, and Data Guard alongside the title surfaces openings that a title-only search misses.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists oracle database administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a concrete performance-tuning example
Interviewers for DBA roles almost always ask you to walk through a real tuning scenario. Come with a specific case where you diagnosed a slow query using AWR or Explain Plan, the change you made, and the measurable improvement in execution time or resource usage.
Negotiate around on-call rotation terms
DBA offers frequently include on-call responsibilities that vary widely in frequency and compensation. Before accepting, ask explicitly whether on-call is compensated, how rotations are scheduled, and whether the team uses an incident escalation tool, since these details affect the real value of the offer.
Oracle Database Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most oracle database administrators?
The companies hiring the most oracle database administrators right now include Technology, Automation, and Management, North Point Technology, and Leidos, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Maryland, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, federal contractors, and large financial institutions consistently account for a significant portion of active openings.
How many oracle database administrator jobs are remote?
About 84% of oracle database administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting steady demand for distributed database support. Roles focused on cloud database administration, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and automated monitoring tend to carry the highest rate of remote availability compared to on-premises-heavy positions.
How do you become an oracle database administrator?
Start by earning a degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, then build hands-on Oracle skills through lab environments or entry-level database support roles. Pursue Oracle Certified Associate credentials to validate your knowledge, then progress to Certified Professional as your production experience grows. Practical exposure to RMAN, Data Guard, and performance tuning tools accelerates hiring readiness more than coursework alone.
Can you get hired as an oracle database administrator with little experience?
Yes, entry-level oracle database administrator roles exist, particularly at managed service providers, government agencies, and large enterprises that train internally. Candidates with no production DBA experience improve their prospects by completing Oracle certification exams, building a home lab with Oracle Database Express Edition, and applying to junior DBA or database analyst postings rather than senior roles.
What does the oracle database administrator interview process look like?
Most oracle database administrator interviews include an initial phone screen focused on experience and certifications, followed by a technical round where you walk through a real tuning or recovery scenario in detail. Some employers add a written or practical SQL assessment. Final rounds typically involve meeting the infrastructure or data engineering team to assess fit with existing workflows and on-call responsibilities.
Where can I find and apply to oracle database administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to oracle database administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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