State Database Analyst: Design, Optimize & Analyze Data

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 73,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Health seeks a mid-level Database Analyst to analyze, design, and support state database systems. You will work with DBAs and developers to ensure performance and data integrity across multiple agencies.

The role balances technical and business needs, focusing on data modeling, query optimization, and reliable disaster recovery. Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Three years of experience in database analysis, database design, or database management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate database requirements for various state agencies and develop strategies to improve database functionality and performance.
• Assist in the design and implementation of database structures to support state applications and data requirements.
• Conduct data modeling, including logical and physical database design, to support both operational and analytical databases.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure that database systems integrate effectively with applications.
• Optimize database queries and indexes to ensure the efficient retrieval and storage of data.
• Support database troubleshooting and assist with resolving issues related to data quality, integrity, and performance.
• Perform database testing and quality assurance to ensure the reliability and stability of database systems.
• Generate reports and conduct data analysis to support decision-making for state agencies.
• Assist with database backups and recovery procedures as part of the disaster recovery plan.

Skills

SQL

Data modeling

Query optimization

Relational databases

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / IT

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

MySQL

Job description

The Arkansas Department of Health seeks a mid-level Database Analyst to analyze, design, and support state database systems. You will work with DBAs and developers to ensure performance and data integrity across multiple agencies.

The role balances technical and business needs, focusing on data modeling, query optimization, and reliable disaster recovery. Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.