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Job Description:
Nebraska DHHS is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support and maintain critical IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 environments that power essential Health and Human Services systems. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with 5+ years of DB2 administration experience, strong Java, REXX, Python development skills who is ready to ensure data reliability, system performance, and long-term stability for mission-critical applications.
This is a full-time/permanent on-site role in Lincoln, Nebraska. Not eligible to be a contracted position.
We offer an excellent total compensation package including: 13 paid holidays, immediate earning of vacation and sick leave; state-matched (156%) retirement plan; health (79% employer contribution), dental, vision, and life insurance options, and we are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
The State of Nebraska is value driven, and these values are at the core of everything we do: Treating others with dignity & respect – ethically sound – customer is always the priority.
**The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for this position or accept STEM OPT (form i-983) at any time. **
Examples of Work
- Design, implement, test IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 database changes in accordance with NFOCUS and MMIS releases
- Manage the IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 environment by performing reorgs, statistics, data unloads/ loads, data backups/ recoveries
- Assist technical teams with SQL Query development as well as troubleshooting issues
- Administer and maintain Windows MS SQL Servers
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree in Computer Science or related field of study and three years related experience or A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two years of experience. Experience may include application programming, software installation and software maintenance, including systems programming, online programming, database design, analysis and programming using IFS and/or SQL/DS and database administration. Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications: The candidate must have at least 5 years of recent experience in the following:
- IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 Administration and support
- IBM InfoSphere Data Replication
- REXX/ Python/ VBscript development
- CA CoolGen
- COBOL
Other: Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln. No remote or hybrid work. If located outside of NE, must be open to relocation.
Hours: Monday – Friday (business hours) with occasional off hours support
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Knowledge and experience supporting IBM z/OS and LUW DB2
- SQL Query development and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of utilizing IBM z/OS tools including Data Studio, SPUFI, QMF, DB2I
- Knowledge and experience with Java/ REXX development to author and maintain scripts used for DB2 administration
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Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Computer Science or a related field and three years of related experience, or bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering, or a related field and two years of experience
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- Experience with application programming, software installation and maintenance, systems programming, online programming, database design, analysis and programming using IFS and/or SQL/DS, and database administration
- At least five years of recent IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 administration and support experience
- At least five years of recent IBM InfoSphere Data Replication experience
- At least five years of recent REXX, Python, or VBScript development experience
- At least five years of recent CA CoolGen experience
- At least five years of recent COBOL experience
- SQL query development and troubleshooting skills
- Knowledge of IBM z/OS tools including Data Studio, SPUFI, QMF, and DB2I
- Java and REXX development experience for authoring and maintaining DB2 administration scripts
- Ability to work on-site in Lincoln, Nebraska, with no remote or hybrid work
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid leave is included within the comprehensive package and contributes to perceived total compensation value. The breadth of time off helps make moderate salaries more workable.
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