Commonwealth of Kentucky

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6/19/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)

25-03576

Database Administrator III

Pay Grade 17

Salary

$4,652.86 - $6,979.38 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Location

300 Sower Boulevard

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time. Telework will not be permitted outside the state of Kentucky.

Description

The Kentucky Department of Education is a service agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and part of the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky’s public schools and districts as they implement the state’s P-12 education requirements. The department also serves as the state liaison for federal education requirements and funding opportunities.

The department is led by an appointed commissioner of education, who is hired by and answers to the 11-member Kentucky Board of Education. Offices are administered by associate commissioners, and divisions within those offices are administered by division directors. The department employs approximately 425 Frankfort-based workers; 175 employees in support of the Kentucky School for the Blind (Jefferson County) and Kentucky School for the Deaf (Boyle County); and about 518 employees at the 50 Area Technology Centers across the state.

The department seeks to hire a smart, experienced, hardworking and dependable DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR III to join our dedicated team. This role represents a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging and professional environment. We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential, while receiving a steady income and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application!

OUR MISSION: To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.

OUR CORE VALUES:

• Equity
• Achievement
• Collaboration
• Integrity

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Serves as a technical lead in the management, administration and maintenance of databases for the statewide assessment and accountability system. Performs analysis, design, implementation, and problem resolution for databases issues.
• Serves as technical lead in the management, administration and maintenance of databases for the statewide assessment and accountability system. Utilizes team practices and procedures, while understanding organization structures and approved tools for database management.
• Serves as a lead in the design, coding and management of complex database systems for the assessment and accountability system. Ensures data accessibility and functionality to support schools and districts in meeting accountability goals through secure and efficient reporting.
• Designs and creates new database systems to integrate previously separate databases. Performs analysis, design, implementation, and problem resolution for databases issues.
• Codes and tests programs to produce databases, reports or utilizing assessment and accountability data.
• Provides technical assistance and training to office staff and users in the design and implementation of assessment and accountability data systems and assisting with optimizing functionality of computer systems for ongoing initiatives.
• Compiles, evaluates, and interprets technical reports the state assessment and accountability system and other Kentucky Department of Education sources.
• Develops and analyzes technical documentation and specifications based on assessment and accountability data.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Preferred Skills: SAS (Statistical Analysis System)

Benefits and perks:

• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee resource groups
• Employee recognition

In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers' Retirement System.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree OR certification in an Information Technology (IT) related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Six years of professional experience in IT service desk analysis, desktop support, database analysis, application programming, systems analysis, server support, computer operating system management, or related field.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education in computer science, IT, or related field will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Two years of additional experience in IT service desk analysis, desktop support, database analysis, application programming, systems analysis, server support, computer operating system management, or related field will substitute for the required education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title typically perform duties in an office setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Anitra Williams at anitra.williams@education.ky.gov or 502-564-3716.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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