What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Administrator position at SFBLI?
Job Opportunity: Database Administrator at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance
Company Overview: Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance is a leading provider of life insurance and financial services. We are committed to serving our policyholders and communities with integrity and excellence. As a Database Administrator, you’ll be an essential part of our Database team, contributing to the success of our organization.
Location: Jackson, MS
Role and Responsibilities: The Database Administrator maintains the corporate database management systems and ensures the integrity and security of all corporate databases. *The career level will be aligned with the candidate’s experience and qualifications
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintain all databases; ensure performance, recoverability and security.
- Ensure data standards according to database best practices.
- Maintain security within all of the Database environments.
- Use database utilities to administer database.
- Monitor, diagnose, and correct problems with the database.
- Make suggestions for improvements to programs for better database performance as needed.
- Supply additional technical support for the database and to others that require support.
- Assist in design reviews before, during and after a database system is created.
- Evaluate and install third party database software to determine its performance, functionality and usefulness in the SFB environments.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a computer or related field or combination of education and experience
- Entry level experience in SQL and SQL tuning
- Strong analytical skills
- Proficient in relational database design and implementation
- Must understand the basic concepts of a database, especially database design and structure
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to function effectively in the workplace as exhibited through ones integrity, courage to act and communication skills.
- Ability work with others effectively as exhibited through one's respect for people and commitment to teamwork.
- Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations as exhibited through one's accountability for results, commitment to service and initiative.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as exhibited through one's growth in job knowledge and professional development.
- Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations as exhibited through one's accountability for results, commitment to service and initiative.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as exhibited through one's growth in job knowledge and professional development.
Employee Benefits: We value our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health Insurance:
- Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
- Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
- Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
- Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
- Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
- Weight Management Programs:
- Customized weight management plans.
- Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
- Employee Engagement:
- Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
- Fun teambuilding activities.
- Annual events for employees and their families
- Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
- Family Fun Night
- Onsite Cafe:
- Convenient access to nutritious meals.
- Promoting healthy eating habits.
- Learning & Development:
- Continuous learning opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement for further education.
- Mentorship Programs:
- Pairing employees with mentors.
- Professional growth and guidance.
- Promotional Opportunities:
- Advancement within the company.
- Career growth prospects.
- Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
- Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
- Retirement planning.
- Volunteer Days:
- Paid time off for volunteering.
- Contributing to the community.
