SQL Database Administrator at the Swedish Prison and Probation Service

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service is expanding – we are building new facilities, renovating, and adding to our operations, and we are now looking for more employees. Our most important goal is to reduce recidivism – to break the vicious cycle. If we succeed, society becomes safer and more secure for everyone. We are the authority responsible for prisons, probation, detention centers, and client transport.

Do you want to contribute to a safer society? Our IT department is undertaking a major initiative focused on a digital correctional service. Together, we work to create conditions and solutions that make a difference in our operations. The IT department is experiencing strong growth. With us, you will have great opportunities to grow and develop your skills based on your conditions and areas of interest. We are looking for someone with a strong interest in IT, knowledge that can enrich our digitalization journey, and who wants to make a difference in society within your profession.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a SQL Database Administrator, you will be part of an engaged operations team responsible for ensuring that the core and support systems function for over 20,000 employees of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service. You will work with lifecycle management of MS SQL database platforms, which includes development, installation, configuration, upgrading, and decommissioning. Performance optimization, security, and scalability are important aspects to ensure the operation of services and systems, as well as standardized routines for backup, recovery, and monitoring.

QUALIFICATIONS

You are used to collaborating with others. You are secure, stable, and have self-awareness with the ability to structure your work approach to drive your processes forward. In your work, you take initiative, start activities, and achieve results. You have a good understanding of how to acquire knowledge and adapt your way of conveying your message based on the recipient.

It is important to us that you share the fundamental values of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service regarding a humane view of humanity, respect for the individual, and belief in the human will and ability to develop. You are also aware of and understand how background, culture, and group affiliation affect yourself and others. Furthermore, you are expected to contribute to ensuring that everyone is treated equally through your approach. We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A relevant degree from a university/college or other education combined with experience that the employer deems relevant. High school education - alternatively, you have other education/experience that we consider relevant.
• Experience in installation and configuration.
• Experience in backup and recovery.
• Experience in user management.
• Experience in troubleshooting.
• Experience in development, daily operations, and management of MS SQL database platforms.
• Good knowledge of spoken and written Swedish.

It is an advantage if you have:

• Certifications in MS SQL.
• Relevant courses in MS SQL.
• Several years of experience with MS SQL.
• Experience in clustering.
• Experience in monitoring.
• Experience in performance tuning.
• Skills in SQL scripting.
• Experience with the systems of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service.
• Knowledge of the processes of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service.

OTHER

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has chosen to remove the personal letter and replaced it with selection questions that are relevant to the position. The answers to the selection questions and CV will form the basis for whether you are qualified to proceed in the process.

To be considered for employment within the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, you must meet high standards regarding suitability, judgment, security, and confidentiality awareness, and comply with applicable laws. This means that you uphold democratic values and the state values that apply to the operations of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service.

Some positions are classified in a security class, and a security review with a background check will be conducted before a hiring decision is made. For certain security-classified positions, Swedish citizenship is required. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Read more about the security review at: security review (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/sakerhetsprovning-vid-rekrytering/).

The position may involve military placement within the Swedish Prison and Probation Service. Read more about military placement at: military placement (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/krigsplacering/).

Individual salary setting applies.

Probationary employment may be applied.

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service strives for a balanced gender distribution and increased diversity.

To submit your application, click on the application link in the ad. Questions about how to apply and submit your CV should be directed to Visma Recruit. Questions about specific jobs will be answered by the contact person indicated in the ad.

We kindly but firmly request no direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies or sellers of recruitment ads. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has contracted agreements.