IBM DB2 Database Administrator
Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services -
Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $35.267 Job Posting:
JR2026-00024737 IBM DB2 Database Administrator (Open) Applications
No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as
open until closed): 04-10-2026 Job Description: Are you a quick
learner? Are you detail oriented, organized, and a good problem
solver? Do you like routine but yet embrace variety? Are you a team
player and customer-service oriented? Consider joining our team!
Nebraska DHHS is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to
support and maintain critical IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 environments
that power essential Health and Human Services systems. This role
is ideal for a seasoned professional with 5 years of DB2
administration experience, strong Java, REXX, Python development
skills who is ready to ensure data reliability, system performance,
and long-term stability for mission-critical applications. This is
a full-time/permanent on-site role in Lincoln, Nebraska. Not
eligible to be a contracted position. The Nebraska Department of
Health and Human Services does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or
non-immigrant work visas for this position. Examples of Work
Design, implement, test IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 database changes in
accordance with NFOCUS and MMIS releases Manage the IBM z/OS and
LUW DB2 environment by performing reorgs, statistics, data unloads/
loads, data backups/ recoveries Assist technical teams with SQL
Query development as well as troubleshooting issues Administer and
maintain Windows MS SQL Servers Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree in Computer Science or
related field of study and three years related experience or A
bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information
systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two
years of experience. Experience may include application
programming, software installation and software maintenance,
including systems programming, online programming, database design,
analysis and programming using IFS and/or SQL/DS and database
administration. Any equivalent combination of education and
experience will be considered. Preferred Qualifications: The
candidate must have at least 5 years of recent experience in the
following: IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 Administration and support REXX/
Python development Snowflake CA CoolGen COBOL Other: Position is
located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln.
No remote or hybrid work. Hours: Monday – Friday (business hours)
with occasional off hours support. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge and experience supporting IBM z/OS and LUW DB2 SQL Query
development and troubleshooting Knowledge of utilizing IBM z/OS
tools including Data Studio, SPUFI, QMF, DB2I Knowledge and
experience with Java/ REXX development to author and maintain
scripts used for DB2 administration We offer an excellent total
compensation package including: 13 paid holidays, immediate earning
of vacation and sick leave; state-matched (156%) retirement plan;
health (79% employer contribution), dental, vision, and life
insurance options, and we are a qualifying employer for the Public
Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The State of Nebraska is value
driven, and these values are at the core of everything we do:
Treating others with dignity & respect – ethically sound – customer
is always the priority. If you're currently employed by the State
of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site.
Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply
app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime
through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We
offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off,
retirement and professional development opportunities to help you
get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just
part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of
Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position,
agency and employment status. For more information on benefits,
please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.htmlbenefits
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our
teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to
promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire,
train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels
without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin,
disability, marital status or genetics.
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