Position Title: ITTA - Database Administrator I (CS25-065)
Category: Category: IT and Computers
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Salary: $57,561.00 - $64,612.00 Annually
Opening Date: 09/23/2024
Division: Information Technology Srvcs
Flsa: Determined by Position
Job_Number: 00446
Department: Information Technology Srvcs
Closing_Date: 10/21/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description:
Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Database Administrator to join our team. This role involves the administration, support, and maintenance of Enterprise Information Systems, including application servers and databases. Under direct supervision, you will ensure the effective installation, configuration, upgrading, patching, and problem resolution of database application software and application servers. You will also provide support to application developers, monitor system performance, manage security processes, and maintain comprehensive documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
Enterprise Application Administration:
Install, configure, maintain, support, upgrade, and patch Enterprise Information Systems database application software.
Provide basic support to application developers, including data restores, data replication, access privileges, design improvements, SQL tuning, and creating/enforcing standards.
Prepare test and development environments and troubleshoot related issues.
Application Server Administration:
Install, configure, upgrade, patch, monitor, and troubleshoot Enterprise Information Systems application servers under direct supervision.
Monitor and manage server disk space usage.
Assist DBA and Systems Administration teams with server capacity planning.
Provide support on a 24x7 basis to DBA, SA, development staff, and end-users for issue identification and resolution.
Database Administration:
Install, configure, upgrade, patch, monitor, and support the university’s databases under direct supervision.
Monitor and report on database archive log management, export, and backup scripts.
Assist with problem identification and resolution related to database archive log management and backup scripts.
Implement and periodically test backup and recovery scripts.
Database & Application Security Administration:
Configure, implement, monitor, and support database and application security processes and procedures.
Assist senior DBAs in establishing, maintaining, and auditing user account access for enterprise information systems.
Database & Application Problem Resolution:
Assist DBA, SA, development staff, and end-users with identifying and resolving issues with Enterprise Information Systems databases and applications.
Monitor databases for alerts regarding existing or potential issues and take appropriate actions to resolve or prevent these issues on a 24x7 basis.
Database & Application Documentation:
Coordinate, develop, and maintain comprehensive documentation for installation, configuration, upgrades, patches, backups, restorations, auditing, security, performance tuning, and monitoring procedures.
Work Schedule: The ITS department offers flexible schedules with remote work possible.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Any one or any combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the following categories:
College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
Work experience in IT-related functions, such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field.
Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position may be required:
2 years of experience in relational database programming (SQL and PL/SQL) and analysis
2 years of experience with various operating systems:(Unix, Linux, Windows); Ability to immediately respond and support critical applications on a 24x7 basis
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience w/ programming languages (C, Cobol, Java, Perl, Java Script & Python) is a plus
Experience as an Oracle or SQL Server DBA/Developer is a plus; Experience with Ellucian's Banner & ODS Enterprise systems is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Ability to effectively communicate and interact in a team environment;
Ability to effectively communicate and professionally interact with all staff levels;
Must be self-motivated and be able to work as part of a team or independently;
Demonstrate analytical abilities and quantitative/problem solving skills;
Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5031 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.
Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.(Download PDF reader)
Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.
Work Authorization Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu
Statement of Diversity: SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We firmly believe in providing equal access and opportunity to individuals across all job titles. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.
SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply.
Agency: Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville
Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026
Website: https://www.siue.edu/
Benefits:
SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
Life insurance;
SURS retirement plan;
Supplemental retirement savings plans;
Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
WorkLife programs;
Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
