SQL Server Administrator

Posting Date 05/26/26 Application Deadline 06/08/26 Pay Range $91,500 - $160,000 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Clerk of the Superior Court About the Position The purpose of this position is to provide planning and management of the architectural design, implementation, maintenance, and support Enterprise-wide databases. The SQL Server Administrator will be responsible for building and maintaining SQL servers, access, and security as well as participate as a member of the Infrastructure Team by providing Windows server and infrastructure support as needed. This position will also participate in an on-call rotation and assist supporting other teams with their SQL and server requests. The SQL Server Administrator is responsible for providing the highest level of SQL server and database administrator services and expertise to support, administer and maintain the installation, configuration, performance, backup, and operation of SQL systems. This position is distinguished from the Systems Administrator in that it is responsible for resolving the most complex database issues. In addition, positions may provide leadership to other team members or other IT staff. Operating within a complex hybrid environment, this role performs advanced configuration of SQL server and databases, implements security policy base on RBAC principles, oversees SQL backups and conducts test restores on an approve schedule, and leads SQL related incident response during production-impacting events. The position serves as a Tier III SQL escalation resource and collaborates with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure solutions align with organizational standards and long-term technology strategy. Success in this role requires advanced technical expertise, strong architectural judgment, and the ability to influence technical direction while mentoring administrators and promoting continuous improvement. Further, the individual should be highly collaborative and possess a customer service mindset supporting needs within the overall department. About Us Join a team on a mission to provide fair and equitable access to justice. Our department is looking for people who strive to provide excellent customer service, collaborate in a team atmosphere, and serve the community, by actively learning through experiences using both successes and failures as opportunities to learn and grow. Every team member plays a vital role in providing services for the justice system, the legal community, and the general public. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Four years of relevant work experience, aligning with duties and responsibilities of the role Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis. We Also Value Seven years of professional Microsoft SQL Server database and Windows Server experience within a large enterprise or government environment including virtualization Experience with high availability systems (Always On Availability Groups, clustering, replication) Experience with SQL Server monitoring and observability in a platform such as New Relic Experience with supporting database schema, code, and/or data changes implemented via Azure DevOps pipelines Experience with Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and/or SQL Server on Virtual Machines a plus Job Contributions Builds, administers, and optimizes SQL servers and AG clusters across multiple environments Provides analysis and recommendations in sizing, capacity planning, and database design for new projects Responsible for managing and overseeing SQL backups and restore tests and requests to support disaster recovery and zero data loss Proactively monitors and addresses issues with SQL servers and database Collaborates with solution development teams to provide access, assistance with queries, indexes, and stored procedure optimizations, and managed code deployments Automates maintenance tasks using SQL Server Agent jobs and/or PowerShell scripts Leads troubleshooting efforts during SQL or Windows server outages or issues Mentors technical staff and leads infrastructure initiatives Participates in an on-call rotation Working Conditions This position follows a hybrid work model, combining remote work with on-site visits to locations such as downtown Phoenix and County data centers Duties may involve lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for distances up to 500 feet Travel to various job-related sites may be required during the workday and must comply with County policies regarding the use of County or personal vehicles for official business Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact ... to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona's Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!