Database Administrator 3

Core Values of DNRC’s Water Resources Division

• Valuing People

• Stewardship

• Service

• Credibility

• Engagement

Work Unit Overview:

Technical Project Services (TPS) is a focused team seated in Montana DNRC’s Water Resource Division (WRD). The TPS team is tasked with 3 primary functions:

• Provide maintenance, tuning, database & environment architecture development, systems integrations, analyses, and reporting for the Water Right Information System (WRIS) Database and WRIS ecosystem.

• Provide Geographic Information System (GIS) expertise, analyses, map production, and geospatial application development to Water Resource Division (WRD) and WRD’s primary business partners.

• Provide technical project management support to agency, division, and stakeholder workgroups.

The TPS coordinates and collaborates with all WRD workgroups, a subset of DNRC division workgroups, and external partners including, but not limited to, the Montana Water Court, Flathead Reservation Water Management Board, Montana Fish, Wildlife, & Parks, private consultants, water right owners, attorneys, and the public.

Opportunity Highlights

Shape the Core of DNRC's Water Rights Information System

• Take ownership of key databases and systems that power WRIS and other water resources applications, ensuring reliable, secure access to critical information across the state.

• Lead and support modernization efforts, including migration to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, so DNRC can deliver faster, more resilient services to staff, partners, and the public.
• Design and maintain database and system architectures that make complex information easier to manage, report, and use in everyday decision‑making.

Support Secure, Stable Operations

• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and recommend improvements that keep systems running smoothly and securely for users in multiple divisions and offices.

• Help build and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities so DNRC can protect data and restore services quickly when needed.

• Support information security practices by managing access, permissions, and patching in alignment with state and agency policies.

Drive Collaboration and Practical Solutions

• Partner with program staff, GIS professionals, developers, contractors, and other technical teams to understand business needs and turn them into practical, well‑designed technical solutions.

• Support integrations between WRIS, GIS, and document systems to create seamless workflows for staff and stakeholders.

• Communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical audiences, helping bridge the gap between business requirements and system capabilities.

Explore Innovation and Future Platforms

• Experiment with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation tools in database and system workflows to enhance monitoring, streamline processes, and support future platform modernization.

• Contribute ideas and insights to ongoing modernization projects and help DNRC stay current with emerging technologies and best practices.

Benefits Include:

• Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays). Vacation leave increases with years of service.

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

• Access to free employee medical clinics and telehealth.

• Retirement plans (Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plus an optional 457b Plan).

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - may qualify you for student loan forgiveness.

• Longevity pay with continued state service.

Minimum Qualifications - Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

What you bring to this role:

Knowledge of:

• Multi‑tier architecture, enterprise infrastructure, and systems integration across server, storage, network, and operating environments.

• Relational database security principles, including authentication, authorization, auditing, and broader enterprise security practices.

• Database design concepts such as normalization, transactional integrity, data warehousing, dimensional modeling, and alternative data models.

Skill in:

• Virtualization, containerization, and cloud concepts, including platforms such as VMware, Hyper‑V, Docker, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and related technologies.

• Using database views, monitoring tools, performance analysis methods, and scripting or automation tools to support efficient database and system administration.

Ability to:

• Assess technical risk, support continuity of service, and use sound judgment to maintain stable and secure environments.

• Communicate clearly, manage competing priorities, and work effectively with both technical teams and business partners.

How to Apply

Only online submissions are accepted.  Applicants must attach both a cover letter and resume at the time of application to be considered for this position. Failure to attach required documents will result in the application being considered incomplete and not reviewed further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. When attaching documents, mark each as Relevant to ensure they are viewable.

• Cover Letter - Please explain how your education and experience help you meet the identified Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.

• Resume - Include all the work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position including duties and dates of employment (month & year).

Effective May 4, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification.