Database Administrator

Teachers Retirement System of Illinois•Springfield, IL

16h•$76,051 - $118,639

About The Position

It is inspiring to work in an organization where individuals are deeply committed to the mission and values that drive our success. We are dedicated to delivering expert pension service to Illinois public educators as they earn their promised retirement security. As a Database Administrator, the successful candidate will perform database administration tasks essential to the implementation and operation of a variety of database systems and applications running on Linux and Windows server platforms, containers and in the Azure. These tasks which are in direct support of TRS’ software development and application teams, include database analysis, database information assurance and security, database installation, database configuration, and database performance monitoring and tuning. Essential Functions: Perform database administration assignments essential to the implementation and operation of database systems and applications running on Linux and Windows server platforms. Supporting the complete software development life cycle from conception to deployment in an Agile environment. Review and ensure database integrity using standardized support tools. Ensure tasks are performed in accordance with database administration guidelines, standards and procedures for application development, implementation, testing, and migration. Modifying and testing changes to previously developed programs. Support both DevOps and New Feature development. Document and maintain software functionality. Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing systems. Create and develop well designed and testable code aligning with current Database standards. Be available to troubleshoot SQL Server service outages even after- hours and weekends. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of education and relevant experience
3+ years of database administration experience
Specific experience in database design and implementation
Open to new ideas and encourages innovative practices amongst peers
Practices positive interactions - leans on encouragement in place of judgment
Impresses responsibility on others by displaying ownership in tasks
Acts in the interest of the overall team
Able to multi-task in a fast paced, fluid work environment
Capable of presenting technical ideas and concepts in business -friendly language

Responsibilities

Perform database administration assignments essential to the implementation and operation of database systems and applications running on Linux and Windows server platforms.
Supporting the complete software development life cycle from conception to deployment in an Agile environment.
Review and ensure database integrity using standardized support tools.
Ensure tasks are performed in accordance with database administration guidelines, standards and procedures for application development, implementation, testing, and migration.
Modifying and testing changes to previously developed programs.
Support both DevOps and New Feature development.
Document and maintain software functionality.
Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing systems.
Create and develop well designed and testable code aligning with current Database standards.
Be available to troubleshoot SQL Server service outages even after- hours and weekends.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

TRS is an agency of the State of Illinois. As such, full and part-time employees are eligible for the State of Illinois comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental and vision coverage.
All employees participate in the TRS retirement pension plan and have the option to contribute to additional State of Illinois deferred compensation plans.
The TRS pension plan is a reciprocal system to other state and local pension plans (SERS, SURS, IMRF, etc.)

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