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All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). Working Title: ITS5 - Database Administrator Institution: Minnesota State System Office Classification Title: Information Technology Spec 5 Bargaining Unit / Union: 214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees City: St. Paul FLSA: Non Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Full time Employment Condition: Classified - Unlimited Salary Range: $39.73 - $67.92 Job Description This position is responsible for leading the design, maintenance, support, and optimization of data solutions, including but not limited to databases, data warehouses, data hubs, and data lake architectures related to warehoused data, ensuring high availability, performance, security, and compliance across multiple data domains. Salary Range: $39.73 - $67.92/hourly ($82,956 - $141,817/annually) Minimum Qualifications Six (6) years of experience as a Database Administrator managing data warehouses, data lakes, and/or data hubs, including proficiency in database design, backup and recovery procedures, performance tuning, and troubleshooting database issues. Experience and strong knowledge of cloud platforms for data storage, computing, and security or a certified cloud database manager. Proficiency and a deep understanding of SQL and SQL syntax and concepts to effectively manage a database system. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively on large/complex system deployment projects in a team environment, including a strong understanding of distributed data architectures and data governance. Demonstrated commitment to working with a variety of clients, stakeholders, and students, fostering an inclusive working and learning environment. Preferred Qualification Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation. Experience with data lake technologies (e.g., Apache Spark, Delta Lake, Iceberg, Snowflake). Experience in higher education data environments. Other Requirements n/a Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework (Yes/No) Hybrid About Minnesota State is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing talented employees who serve our 270,000 students each year throughout the state. We have a vibrant and diverse system of 33 colleges and universities with 14,200 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success. Benefits Information: At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. Desired Start Date: 11-05-2025 Position End Date: Open Date: 09-23-2025 Close Date: 10-15-2025 Posting Contact Name: Shane Moore Posting Contact Email: shane.moore@minnstate.edu Information for new and prospective employees Welcome to the Minnesota State career site for external applicants. This page allows you to search for jobs, apply, and check the status of applications at the colleges, universities, and system office of Minnesota State. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. Use the “sign in” link at the top of this page to log in to your profile. Current employees must log in to Workday to apply for positions using the Jobs Hub app. Visit our website to learn more about Working at Minnesota State, including information about compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities, and employee and labor relations. Sound like your kind of place? If so, we invite you to explore our many exciting careers! | Employee Resources | Privacy Statement | Technical and Security Issues Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. 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