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Job Title : Database Administrator, Senior
Location : USO-Information Tech Services
Regular / Temporary : Regular
Full / Part Time : Full-Time
Job ID : 280929
About Us
The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.
Job Summary
This is a senior professional level position responsible for maintaining the operation of a computer database. The position ensures the database runs properly, remains current, makes user access readily available, and formulates and designs new database applications. The position makes complex decisions regarding procedures for set up of, access to, and operation of databases. The position generally possesses authority to coordinate work within the team to ensure critical dates and system sustainability is achieved. This position will also need to train others, when needed, for specific techniques or technical methods for accomplishing work assignments or projects. This position may serve as project leader on special projects.
Responsibilities
1. Administers assigned databases; performs backup and recovery operations, database patching, and upgrades.
2. Installs and implements application software, application servers, and web servers.
3. Upgrade and patch Oracle applications such as Weblogic, Apex, and Oracle Data Integrator
4. Assigns and coordinates work assignments for functional teams.
5. Assists functional team with development needs, query performance and tuning.
6. Review and submit firewall rules that are appropriate for adjoining applications.
7. Implement cyber security measures as identified to mitigate risk.
8. Troubleshoots and resolves a variety of problems and issues.
9. Develops software to automate processes.
10. Prepares documentation of tools, procedures, diagnoses, repairs and requirements.
11. Research requirements of potential new services.
12. Evaluates the performance of existing services.
13. Manages user accounts.
14. Deploys server solutions; manages system configurations.
15. Builds test environments to evaluate changes prior to production.
16. Provides support for users.
17. Performs related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Baccalaureate degree required.
Over five years of related experience required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
1. Knowledge of relational database management software. (Oracle / SQL)
2. Knowledge of Oracle applications such as Weblogic, Apex, and Oracle Data Integrator.
3. Knowledge of Backup and Database monitoring tools.
4. Knowledge of Palo Alto monitoring and reviewing.
5. Knowledge of database performance and tuning principles.
6. Knowledge of server operating systems.
7. Knowledge of server scripting languages.
8. Knowledge of functionality testing procedures.
9. Knowledge of Board of Regents policies and procedures.
10. Skill in collaborating with multiple constituents.
11. Skill in decision making and problem solving.
12. Skill in the provision of support to end users.
13. Skill in oral and written communication.
14. Ability to respond diplomatically to sensitive and critical issues.
15. Ability to effectively multi-task.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). These Bylaws and Policies are available for inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the University System Office Human Resources at 404.962.3242. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
Other Information
The supervisor assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
The work consists of varied database administration duties. Frequent changes to industry standards contribute to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to administer assigned databases. Success in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of a variety of USG and institutional operations.
This is an on-call position that typically follows a team rotation. After hours work and emergency after hours work is required when needed.
Contacts are typically with other system office employees, college and university staff, vendors, contractors, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, or to provide services.
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table.
The work is typically performed in an office.
Background Check
Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.
For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted. The University System Office holds the sole discretion in assessing eligibility for employment.
