Database Administrator

Bakersfield City School District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakersfield City School District in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Technology/Database Administrator to lead district database systems and the Aeries SIS. Strong SQL, experience with MySQL and SQL Server, and data reporting are essential.

Responsibilities include database design, performance tuning, security, and data governance, plus developing reports and dashboards to support instruction and district decisions. A bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related area.
• Recent full-time professional level experience in complex database design, implementation, administration and maintenance.
• Demonstrated fluency in SQL, including MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server; experience writing complex queries, views, stored procedures and automated reports.
• Experience with Aeries and advanced reporting/visualization tools.
• Experience with various database structures and programming languages (C#, JavaScript, Python, PowerShell).
• Knowledge of data privacy laws (FERPA/COPPA) and supervision practices.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, defines, structures, develops and implements database systems
• Serves as the district's advanced technical resource for the Aeries student information system, including local and hosted database administration, performance tuning, data integrity, upgrades and escalated troubleshooting
• Administers MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server environments, including installation, configuration, user access, backup, recovery, patching and capacity planning
• Defines and implements interfaces and data integrations to ensure that Aeries and other district systems interact with required database systems, including state reporting and third‑party vendor data exchanges
• Tests, troubleshoots, refines and documents systems; applies quality assurance and security standards to ensure against loss of data and minimal interruption of usage in event of equipment failure
• Develops, maintains and automates custom reports, queries and dashboards using MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server and Aeries reporting tools
• Confers with district staff to define functional requirements, perform data modeling and implement final products
• Validates data accuracy and consistency across district systems; supports LCAP in addition to state and federal reporting requirements
• Supervises programming and other staff as assigned

Skills

SQL

Programming languages: C#, JavaScript,

Data modeling

APIs and data integration

Data governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related area

Tools

Crystal Reports

SQL Server Reporting Services

Power BI

Aeries SIS

Job description

Position Type:
Technology/Database Administrator

Date Posted:
11/5/2026

Location:
Education Center

Closing Date:
11/18/2026

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related area, or equivalent experience in applied setting

Recent full-time professional level experience in complex database design, implementation, administration and maintenance

Demonstrated fluency in SQL, including MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server; experience writing complex queries, views, stored procedures and automated reports

Experience providing advanced support for a business/student information system; experience with Aeries strongly preferred

Experience with report development and data visualization tools (e.g., Crystal Reports, SQL Server Reporting Services, Power BI)

Experience with various types of database structures: Relational, Key-Value, Graph, Vector, Time Series

Demonstrated fluency of programming languages including compiled and scripting such as C#, JavaScript, Python, or PowerShell

Demonstrated expertise with designing, developing and supporting applications and APIs leveraging database backends

Working knowledge of network, server and cloud infrastructure as it relates to database hosting, security and connectivity

Knowledge of student data privacy and security requirements, including FERPA, COPPA and applicable California student privacy laws

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision; experience as supervisor in related area

Recent experience in preparing and presenting database, reporting and technology training sessions to staff

Plans, prepares, defines, structures, develops and implements database systems

Serves as the district's advanced (high end) technical resource for the Aeries student information system, including local and hosted database administration, performance tuning, data integrity, upgrades and escalated troubleshooting

Administers MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server environments, including installation, configuration, user access, backup, recovery, patching and capacity planning

Defines and implements interfaces and data integrations to ensure that Aeries and other district systems interact with required database systems, including state reporting and third‑party vendor data exchanges

Tests, troubleshoots, refines and documents systems; applies quality assurance and security standards to ensure against loss of data and minimal interruption of usage in event of equipment failure

Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified database applications

Monitors system performance by use of appropriate utilities, online capabilities and batch reports

Resolves errors and interface problems and ensures integrated systems in accordance with development standards

Applies role‑based access, least privilege and data governance standards to protect student and staff data

Develops, maintains and automates custom reports, queries and dashboards using MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server and Aeries reporting tools to support instruction, operations and district decision‑making

Confers with district staff to define functional requirements, perform data modeling and implement final products

Validates data accuracy and consistency across district systems; supports Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) in addition to state and federal reporting requirements

Supervises programming and other staff as assigned

Maintains current knowledge of trends and best practices in database technology, data analytics and artificial intelligence

Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, personal and collective accountability

Performs other related duties as assigned

DATABASE ADMINISTATOR

District Context and Commitment

Located in the heart of Kern County, the Bakersfield City School District ("BCSD") is committed to providing safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments across the entire organization. We serve a diverse community of students and families and are guided by a deep commitment to equity, access, and excellence in education.

BCSD values and respects every member of its community. We are dedicated to upholding the law, honoring the dignity of all individuals, and fostering a culture where students, families, and staff feel safe, supported, and heard.

We seek employees who demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical decision‑making, professionalism, and accountability, and who consistently act with integrity in service of our students and community. Employees in BCSD are expected to model high standards of conduct, ensure compliance with all legal requirements, and contribute to a culture of trust, respect, and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related area, or equivalent experience in applied setting
2. Recent full‑time professional level experience in complex database design, implementation, administration and maintenance
3. Demonstrated fluency in SQL, including MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server; experience writing complex queries, views, stored procedures and automated reports
4. Experience providing advanced support for a business/student information system; experience with Aeries strongly preferred
5. Experience with report development and data visualization tools (e.g., Crystal Reports, SQL Server Reporting Services, Power BI)
6. Experience with various types of database structures: Relational, Key-Value, Graph, Vector, Time Series
7. Demonstrated fluency of programming languages including compiled and scripting such as C#, JavaScript, Python, or PowerShell
8. Demonstrated expertise with designing, developing and supporting applications and APIs leveraging database backends
9. Working knowledge of network, server and cloud infrastructure as it relates to database hosting, security and connectivity
10. Knowledge of student data privacy and security requirements, including FERPA, COPPA and applicable California student privacy laws
11. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision; experience as supervisor in related area
12. Recent experience in preparing and presenting database, reporting and technology training sessions to staff

REPORTS TO: Administrator as assigned

SUPERVISES: Staff as assigned
JOB GOAL: To provide support to district staff and students by designing, administering and securing district database systems, including the business and student information systems. To produce reports that inform instruction and decision-making

as well as developing and supporting line of business applications, including artificial intelligence (AI) solutions

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Plans, prepares, defines, structures, develops and implements database systems
2. Serves as the district's advanced (high end) technical resource for the Aeries student information system, including local and hosted database administration, performance tuning, data integrity, upgrades and escalated troubleshooting
3. Administers MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server environments, including installation, configuration, user access, backup, recovery, patching and capacity planning
4. Defines and implements interfaces and data integrations to ensure that Aeries and other district systems interact with required database systems, including state reporting and third‑party vendor data exchanges
5. Tests, troubleshoots, refines and documents systems; applies quality assurance and security standards to ensure against loss of data and minimal interruption of usage in event of equipment failure
6. Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified database applications
7. Monitors system performance by use of appropriate utilities, online capabilities and batch reports
8. Resolves errors and interface problems and ensures integrated systems in accordance with development standards
9. Applies role‑based access, least privilege and data governance standards to protect student and staff data
10. Develops, maintains and automates custom reports, queries and dashboards using MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server and Aeries reporting tools to support instruction, operations and district decision‑making
11. Confers with district staff to define functional requirements, perform data modeling and implement final products
12. Validates data accuracy and consistency across district systems; supports Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) in addition to state and federal reporting requirements
13. Supervises programming and other staff as assigned
14. Maintains current knowledge of trends and best practices in database technology, data analytics and artificial intelligence
15. Models personal and professional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, personal and collective accountability
16. Performs other related duties as assigned

SALARY: $47.46- $70.11 per hour
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the District's "Improvement of Professional Services" handbook, Board Policies and Procedures and consistent with collective bargaining agreements when applicable

NEW PROBATIONARY EMPLOYEES AND PERMANENT EMPLOYEES WHO BECOME PROBATIONARY UPON RECLASSIFICATION: A new employee, or a permanent employee who is changed to a new classification, shall serve a probationary period, which shall not exceed six (6) months of duty time exclusive of leaves of absence or other absences. During this probationary period the employee must meet the required standards of performance to be recommended for permanent status in the classification. A probationary classified service employee may be terminated from the probationary classification at any time without cause, without right of appeal or hearing before the Board of Education. Pursuant to Education Code section 45113, a permanent employee who accepts a promotion and fails to complete the probationary period for that promotional position, shall be employed in the classification from which he or she was promoted.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.

The Bakersfield City School District wishes to thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Positions may be re advertised or application deadlines extended at the discretion of the District. Unless otherwise notified by the District, applications received in response to this bulletin will be considered for available District positions in this classification during the current school year. Those meeting minimum qualifications, including passage of required tests, will remain active during this time. Applicants will not be individually notified of their application status.
AB2534 and SB848

Any candidates contacting, directly or indirectly, any member of the Board of Education and/or administration with the intention of influencing their or another candidates selection to any administrative position shall be disqualified without recourse.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any of the provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY The Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. BCSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ethnicity or race, which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks, and twists, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identifications, religion, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, physical disability, mental disability, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, medical information, genetic information, homelessness, foster status, military veteran status, political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws consistent with Education Code 200, 220 and 234.1, Penal Code 422.55, Government Code 11135, Section 504, and Title IX. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the District's Chief Equity Compliance Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator, Amanda Robinson, by phone at [phone], by email at [e-mail], or in person at 1300 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Copies of BCSD's Uniform Complaint policy, Sexual Harassment policy, and Nondiscrimination policies are available upon request.