Database Administrator I (CS27-051)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville•Edwardsville, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is seeking a passionate Database Administrator I (CS27-051) to join their team. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, security, and ongoing support of all databases supporting the University's Enterprise Information Systems. SIUE is a significant employer in the Metropolitan St. Louis area with a substantial economic impact on the region.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of college coursework in Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent work experience in IT-related functions.
2+ years of progressively more responsible work experience in IT-related profession.
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.
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.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with programming languages (C, Cobol, Java, Perl, JScript & other scripting languages).
Experience as an Oracle or SQL Server DBA/Developer.
Experience with Ellucian's Banner & ODS Enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

Assists in the monitoring, identification and resolution of database & application problems requiring 24x7 coverage and response to system alerts and issues.
Assists other database administrators to design, build, test, implement, install, upgrade, patch, secure, analyze, backup, recover and troubleshoot relational databases and application servers.
Serves as an escalation point of contact for resolution of database and application service problems and issues.
Assists in day-to-day development support for projects to build and improve relational databases and applications.
Collaborates with application development staff and users to design, implement, and communicate database solutions that work according to the requirements of the academic and business users.
Develops the skills necessary to upgrade, patch, troubleshoot and resolve complex problems associated with the Enterprise Information Systems databases and applications.
Performs other related duties as assigned.