Database Administrator

Office of Clerk Circuit Court•Kissimmee, FL

11d•$30 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Osceola County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller is looking to onboard a highly motivated Database Administrator, that is willing to work in a culture driven by public service.

Requirements

Proficiency in various database management systems (DBMS), such as Oracle, MySQL, and Microsoft SQL Server.
Strong knowledge of SQL (Structured Query Language) for writing and optimizing complex database queries.
Understanding of database security principles and best practices, including user access control, data encryption, and security auditing.
Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Shell, or PowerShell to automate routine tasks and manage databases efficiently.
Knowledge of strategies and tools to ensure database systems are highly available, including clustering and failover mechanisms.
An understanding of data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and the ability to implement compliance measures within the database environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Data Science. Will also consider comparative STEM Degrees or Professional Work Experience.
Two (2) years minimum of professional experience.
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position.
Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Sitting for long periods of time.
Talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion.
Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.
Some stooping, lifting, and bending.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility to adapt to new technologies and methodologies as the field of database management evolves.
A commitment to staying updated with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in database management.

Responsibilities

Design, create, and maintain efficient database structures, considering factors like normalization, indexing, and data modeling.
Implement data backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
Monitor, analyze, and optimize database performance, including query optimization, indexing, and resource allocation.
Migrate data between different database systems and versions without data loss or integrity issues.
Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, such as system failures or data corruption.
Ensure database systems are highly available, including clustering and failover mechanisms.
Anticipate future data storage and processing needs and plan for scalability accordingly.
Utilize data replication and synchronization techniques for disaster recovery, reporting, and distributed systems.
Use monitoring tools and set up alerts to proactively identify and address issues.
Act, dress, and behave in a professional manner to reflect a positive image of the Clerk & Comptroller’s Office.
Establish and maintain a highly effective working relationship with all levels, both internally and externally, in a courteous and professional manner.