Database Administrator (Immediate Opening)

Description

Database Administrator

Mission :

The Database Administrator will be responsible for improving IDEA’s operational processes and supporting critical strategies by assisting in the new development and implementation related to our internal application systems. The DBA will deliver the testing, ongoing evaluation, and validation of organizational data structures and identify issues in current processes while providing proven strategies for ongoing databases throughout the organization. This job requires the ability and desire to work and communicate well in a dynamic team environment as well as dependability and self-sufficiency.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None

Location :

This is a full-time remote position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland / Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations :

Once a year

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties :

• Ensure proper resource allocation forecasting and disaster recovery testing and verification procedures are in place for all data centers.
• All internally hosted systems, networks, and critical applications achieve an average of 99.5% update during business hours from July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.
• 95 % of average tickets are responded to within 4 hours across IT sub-department on Zendesk in each IDEA TX operating region as measured by Zendesk during business hours from July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.
• 100% of existing and new TX campuses have secure access to network infrastructure. Student and staff account creation automation is operational 1 week before the first day of school.
• 100% of network-connected systems and resources are at a security maturity level of at least “3 – defined” per the Texas Cyber Security Framework.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities :

n / a

Knowledge and Skills – Competencies

Additional Skills :

Required Experience :

Preferred Experience :

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What We Offer :

Compensation & Benefits :

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $74,700 and $87,100, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity.This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at .

Application process :

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Learn more about IDEA

At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our CoreValues to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here :

IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.