INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II (536150) — Oracle Database Administrator Lead

Oracle Database Administrator LeadThe California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) is seeking an Information Technology Specialist II in the Enterprise Solutions Development Division (ESDD), Software Engineering Support Services Section, Database Services Unit. The Information Technology Specialist II works as a technical specialist supporting CalPERS complex Oracle databases. Under general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the incumbent serves as a recognized senior technical specialist responsible for creation and maintenance of databases after Development, including but not limited to Test, Staging, Training, Pre-Production and Production, this position may also act as a team lead on medium to large complex Oracle database projects within this scope, and serve as a database technical specialist to the enterprise among other duties.This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) is the nation's largest public pension fund, providing retirement and health benefits to public employees, retirees, and their families.

Headquartered in downtown Sacramento, we are a destination employer with an international reputation for leadership and innovation. At CalPERS, we're committed to people - the people we serve, our team members, and the larger community around us. CalPERS is situated near the Napa Valley, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and other desirable destinations, and we offer competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement.To find out more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website! To take a look at CalPERS as a destination employer, view this YouTube video.The SOQ must be typed, titled "Statement of Qualifications," and each response must list all relevant experience, education, and training, including duties performed.

The SOQ must not exceed one page in length. Please describe how your education, training and experience meet the duties and desirable qualifications of this position. Please describe your experience with troubleshooting issues and performance tuning of Oracle databases.Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.Final Filing Date: 11/3/2026Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).

SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.