Senior Db2 for z/OS Database Administrator

State of Washington

Olympia, WA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$93,804–$123,084 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Business Processes, Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP), Change Control, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Security, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Data Recovery, Data Science, Database Administration, Database Management Software/Systems (DBMS), Database Optimization, Disaster Recovery, Diversity, Documentation, Employee Benefits, Establish Priorities, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Maintenance, Healthcare, High Availability, IBM DB2, IBM z-OS Operating System, Identify Issues, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, On Call, Operating Systems, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Support, Product Testing, Production Systems, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Risk, Service Delivery, Software Administration, Software Engineering, Software Installation, Software Patches, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scenario, Use Tax, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Olympia, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Senior Db2 for z/OS Database Administrator Salary

$93,804.00 - $123,084.00 Annually

Location Thurston County - Olympia, WA

Job Type Exempt

Job Number 2025-79

Department Administrative Office of the Courts

Opening Date 01/30/2026

Closing Date 2/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

The Senior Db2 for z/OS Database Administrator will manage and maintain court databases of simple to high complexity, helping to optimize database configuration and access, and resolve database performance and capacity issues. Provides system planning, administration, and support of high risk, high impact elements of AOC database operations for the Judicial Information Systems serving Washington's judiciary.

Washington Courts Employment Opportunity

Administrative Office of the Courts Information Services Division

Our Mission

Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System.

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Efforts

Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

POSITION DETAILS

  • Job #:2025-79
  • Status: Regular, Full-Time
  • Location: Olympia, Washington
  • Salary: Range 72 : $93,804 - $123,084 per year (DOQ). Opens: January 30, 2026
  • Closes: February 27, 2026. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven calendar days after posting. If you applied to this position in the last 6 months there is no need to reapply.

Washington State Residency and Telework Information

AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment.

Duties

Installs, configures, and maintains Db2 for z/OS database software products to the requirements of the user community who use those software products to support the continuous availability, reliability, and performance of the AOC installed applications.

Maintains, monitors, conducts performance tuning and backup and recovery of Db2 for z/OS databases.

Analyzes and plans for anticipated changes in data capacity requirements.

Responds to customer service requests and provides senior level troubleshooting, problem resolution and consulting.

Participates in design reviews of high risk, high impact statewide systems and services.

Provides technical mentorship and coaching to other system support staff.

Reviews and evaluates work products for accuracy and applicability.

May perform lead duties for a workgroup. These duties may include resolving procedure or workflow conflicts, providing input to the manager regarding managerial issues, and informing the manager of needs, issues and concerns.

Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

A combination of education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge of the duties, responsibilities and competencies of the Senior Db2 for z/OS Database Administrator may substitute for the qualifications listed.

  • A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Software/Computer Engineering, OR closely allied field, AND: • Eight (8) years of senior-level experience working with Db2 for z/OS relational database management systems (RDBMS). • THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to expertly deploy knowledge and skills in a combination of the following technology and business areas:

  • Install, configure, and maintain Db2 for z/OS database software
  • Build and Manage Db2 for z/OS Databases
  • Maintain Development, Test, and Production Environments
  • Monitor Db2 for z/OS systems and databases to ensure availability, reliability, security and performance
  • Maintaining high-availability environments
  • Incident response and resolution
  • Manage Db2 for z/OS Database Security
  • Performance tuning (query tuning, index tuning, server tuning)
  • Implementing regular backup and recovery procedures and test disaster recovery scenarios
  • Comply with the change control process
  • Maintain Patching Compliance
  • Provide technical support and guidance to end users
  • Produce documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures
  • Support scheduled after-hours maintenance
  • Ability to be on call for 24/7 support
  • Knowledge/understanding of the overall impact of the enterprise such that they can independently deal with high risk, high profile initiatives impacting services
  • Ability to understand the overall impact and interconnections of the AOC system infrastructure
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • Proficient in utilizing Microsoft 365 products, including Teams, Outlook, Word, OneNote, PowerPoint, and others, with expertise appropriate to the responsibilities of the role
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Highly self-motivated and directed
  • Ability to accept personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work
  • Knowledge of organizational business processes, computer applications, operating systems, and current technologies available to facilitate product & service delivery to customers
  • Ability to learn new concepts and skills; absorb and retain new information.

Supplemental Information

HOW TO APPLY

For more information about the position, to review the job description, application submission requirements, supplemental questions, inquire about benefits, or to apply for the position: CLICK HERE TO APPLY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.

Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.

This position is not overtime eligible.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law.

Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 705-5337, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to Recruitment@courts.wa.gov.

Candidates who are offered a job with AOC must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

AOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal government eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements for that form.

AOC does not use E-Verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT).

For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

SPECIAL NOTE

Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the job.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

  • The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
  • Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.

The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an

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