DATABASE ANALYST 1
Career Family: DATABASE ANALYST
Database Analyst 1 is a state title in New Jersey's competitive civil service, which means the way in is an open exam rather than a direct appointment.
On pay it sits at the foot of the Database Analyst ladder. One promotion up is Database Analyst 2, whose band tops out about $12,239 higher. On paper it calls for an associate's degree, though the specification lets enough relevant experience stand in for the degree. Pay on the FY2026 schedule runs $84,548 to $124,366, and state payroll currently lists about 12 people in the title, led by Health and Senior Services.
How to get hired
- Watch for an open-competitive announcement for Database Analyst 1 on the NJ Civil Service Commission jobs portal. Announcements run for a fixed filing window.
- Apply during that window and sit the examination. Depending on the title, that can be a written test, a rating of your training and experience, or a mix of the two.
- Passing scores go onto a ranked eligible list. Veterans get preference points added on top of their score.
- When an agency has a vacancy it must appoint from the top of that list under the "Rule of Three." Many competitive jobs are first filled provisionally while the list is being built.
Read the official specification at NJ Civil Service Commission.
Pay ladder: Database Analyst series
- Database Analyst 1 — $84,548 – $124,366 (this title)
- Database Analyst 2 — $92,711 – $136,605
Promoting to Database Analyst 2 raises the top of the band by about $12,239. Its top salary lands around the 67th percentile of all NJ civil service titles that publish a range.
Rungs are ordered by FY2026 pay. NJ level numbers are not always sequential, so ordering follows salary rather than the title number.
Who employs this title
State payroll records show 12 people working under this title. The median actual salary is $112,421. The agencies employing the most are:
- Health and Senior Services (2)
- Law and Public Safety (2)
- Human Services (2)
- Office of Information Technology (2)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.
Definition
Under general supervision in one of the Data Centers, is responsible for the analysis, physical design, coding, testing, migration, and implementation of databases in various platforms; coordinates efforts with systems and programming staff assigned to application development projects; creates and updates data dictionaries for applications; does other related duties as required.
Examples of work
Consults with staff and provides advice to systems administrators and developers in the design, development, testing, and implementation of information systems using database technology. Codes, tests, and implements specialized routines for loading, accessing, updating, and retrieving modules or programs for databases. Designs, programs, tests, and implements data integrity and control procedures and programs for databases. Performs analysis and mapping of data elements to extract, transform, and load in preparation for migration of data between systems. Conducts analyses of processing requirements on the proposed database applications and reports results. Conducts analyses of database performance and problem incidents, and provides resolution; reports to higher levels of database administration staff for resolution of more complex problems. Provides technical assistance to various levels of data center staff in the analysis and design of databases. Prepares clear, accurate, and concise technical reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Maintains essential records and files. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Requirements
Education
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
Experience
Three (3) years of systems analysis, applications programming, design, systems programming and/or database administration or analysis experience in the data processing field, one (1) year of which shall have been in database design, analysis, and/or implementation.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of electronic data processing platforms and software, and familiarity with Data Center practices, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of database/data dictionary systems and applications including the software versions of at least one widely used database management system. Knowledge of telecommunications systems as they relate to database management systems. Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in making estimates and analyses of the capabilities of existing and proposed databases used in application systems. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with various levels of data center and department personnel. Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports and documentation on database systems, including creation and maintenance of data dictionary documents. Ability to maintain essential records and files. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. A general Bachelor's degree can be substituted for one (1) year of experience in systems analysis, application programming, design, systems programming, and/or database administration or analysis. A specific Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field can be substituted for two (2) years of experience in systems analysis, application programming, design, systems programming, and/or database administration or analysis. A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field may be substituted for three (3) years of experience in systems analysis, application programming, design, systems programming, and/or database administration or analysis. Special Note Substituting Experience for Education: Experience in the study of work methods and processes, the analysis of varied types of data, the design and preparation of systems and programs, the operation of multi-tiered computer systems and work in the data processing support areas of reporting or reliability support may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience. Evidence of formal training in Computer Science or Information Technology received from or evaluated by an accredited institution of higher learning may be submitted with your application. Applicants must provide documentation from the accredited institution that clearly outlines the training course(s) that are acceptable and the corresponding number of credit hours for the training to be accepted. In-house courses (such as training provided on the job or through the appointing authority) will not be accepted.