IT PROFESSIONAL 3
Salary
$80,053.92 - $120,122.64 Annually
Location
Carson City
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-02451
Department
NDE - DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Opening Date
06/02/2026
Closing Date
6/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
D
Max Number of Applicants
50
Salary Grade
40
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
700 E FIFTH ST CARSON CITY, NV 89701
Job Summary
Information Technology (IT) Professionals analyze, develop, implement, maintain, and modify computer operations, systems, networks, databases, applications, and/or information security. Incumbents may perform duties in one or more IT specialization areas depending on the needs of the agency.
The Department of Education is seeking an IT Professional III to serve as a senior-level technical professional within the Information Technology unit in Carson City. This position functions primarily as a Database Administrator and application support specialist responsible for the administration, maintenance, enhancement, and support of statewide education systems, databases, reporting environments, and related enterprise applications.
Primary responsibilities include administering Microsoft SQL Server databases; performing database maintenance, performance tuning, security management, troubleshooting, upgrades, backup and recovery activities; and supporting system reliability and data integrity. The incumbent will develop and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, reports, dashboards, and data integrations that support agency operations, reporting requirements, and data-driven decision making.
The position works closely with program staff, leadership, vendors, school districts, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze business needs, evaluate processes, and implement technology solutions that support agency objectives. The incumbent will participate in system enhancements, modernization initiatives, testing, implementation, and ongoing application support.
The ideal candidate will possess experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration, T-SQL, reporting and business intelligence tools, enterprise application support, and stakeholder collaboration. Experience with Tableau, Power BI, APIs, data integration tools, cloud technologies, or application development is desirable.
Successful candidates must be able to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, and work independently as well as collaboratively in support of the Departments statewide education programs.
Essential Qualifications
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, management information systems, or closely related field and three years of professional IT experience relevant to the duties of the position which may include computer operations, systems administration, network administration, database administration, applications analysis and development, and/or information security, one year of which was at the journey level; OR one year of relevant experience as an IT Professional II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Job Duties
Conduct detailed alternative analyses and determine end-user requirements through consultation with end-users, technicians, vendors, management, and others.
Maintain documentation related to the assigned IT specialization's architecture, operations, and other records of work activities as required.
Maintain current knowledge of technological trends and advancements in the IT field as well as security management practices, laws, policies, and ethics.
Participate in recommending and justifying resource allocations and expenditure decisions, tracking, and recording expenditures, preparing purchase requests, and writing technical requirements for grant proposals.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under general direction, incumbents perform advanced journey level duties and may train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of subordinate staff and/or serve as a project leader as assigned. Incumbents may function as a unit leader to include directing the activities of a branch IT support unit, overseeing projects of limited scope, and coordinating activities with other work groups. This is a supervisory level for Computer Operations and the journey level for Information Security positions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
Database Administration:
Detailed knowledge of: physical and logical database structure and design; database backup and recovery scenarios and methodologies; database security management and data integrity.
Working knowledge of: computer and network operating systems, computer hardware, and communications systems; database and operating system performance tuning monitoring; business practices and procedures; customer service standards and procedures; business software, systems analysis, systems design, system development lifecycle, and information architecture to effectively design and create databases; structured query language.
Ability to: coordinate system design, applications and software programming, and computer operations activities relative to the database environment.
Recruiter Contact Information: Dan LaBarbera, d.labarberra@admin.nv
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
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January 1.............................................. New Years Day
Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday
Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday
Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255
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IT Professional 3 - Do you have any of the following?
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SQL Server Administration - Describe your experience administering and supporting Microsoft SQL Server databases, including database maintenance, performance tuning, security management, troubleshooting, upgrades, and backup/recovery processes. Include the employer(s) where this experience was obtained and the length of time performing these duties.
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Reporting and Business Intelligence - Describe your experience developing SQL queries, stored procedures, reports, dashboards, data integrations, or business intelligence solutions using SQL Server technologies, SSRS, Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools. Include the tools utilized and where this experience was obtained.
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Business Analysis and Stakeholder Collaboration - Describe your experience gathering business requirements, analyzing business processes, working with stakeholders, and translating business needs into technical solutions. Include your role and the types of projects supported.
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Enterprise Application and Systems Support - Describe your experience supporting enterprise applications, system enhancements, data integrations, or other mission-critical systems in a production environment. Include the systems supported and your primary responsibilities.
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Project Management and Work Prioritization - Describe your experience managing multiple concurrent projects or operational assignments. Include how you prioritized competing demands, worked independently, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet objectives.
Required Question
Employer State of Nevada (NV)
Address See Above for Agency Information
See Above for Posting Location, Nevada, 89701
Website https://nvjobs.nv.gov