Database Specialist

val's services; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

val's services seeks a Database Specialist to support maintenance, management, and troubleshooting of state database systems.

You will assist with data entry, validation, and updates; help create and optimize database structures; monitor performance; perform backup and restore operations; conduct routine health checks; document procedures; support ad-hoc data analysis and reporting; troubleshoot minor issues under supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of relational databases, SQL, and common DBMS (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented with willingness to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry, validation, and updates.
• Help create and optimize database structures.
• Monitor database performance and health.
• Perform backup and restore operations.
• Document procedures and support ad-hoc reporting.
• Troubleshoot minor issues under supervision.

Skills

Relational databases

SQL

DBMS

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

MySQL

Job description

Role: The Database Specialist supports the maintenance, management, and troubleshooting of state database systems.

Responsibilities: Assist with data entry, validation, and updates; help create and optimize database structures; monitor performance; perform backup and restore operations; conduct routine health checks; document procedures; support ad-hoc data analysis and reporting; troubleshoot minor issues under supervision.

Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field; basic knowledge of relational databases, SQL, and common database management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL); strong attention to detail; problem-solving skills; team-oriented; willingness to learn and develop skills.

Additional Information: The role involves supporting database integrity, performance, and documentation, with promotion based on demonstrated skills and performance. No specific licensure or certifications required.