Lead Application Administrator/DBA

Rhode Island College • Mount Pleasant, RI

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About The Position

Primary Purpose The Lead Application Administrator/ DBA will serve as lead administrator for administrative applications and their databases, installing, updating, tuning and diagnosing application/database issues within a complex higher education environment. Manage/configure integrations among applications/databases (including secure messaging and data transfer) as well as user roles, permissions and groups within the applications. Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the applications and their databases. Assist users with adjustments to business practices to make effective use of the software, providing training resources and guidance for the applications as needed. Assume leadership role and project lead responsibilities in database and application administration. Work with management, leadership and clients to lead application evolution efforts: help inform selection of new products, gain buy-in from affected clients, manage RFP and other selection processes, design and execute communication plans and manage projects related to application maintenance and deployment. Position Overview The Lead Application Administrator will serve as lead administrator for administrative applications and their databases, installing, updating, tuning and diagnosing application/database issues within a complex higher education environment. Manage/configure integrations among applications/databases (including secure messaging and data transfer) as well as user roles, permissions and groups within the applications. Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the applications and their databases. Assist users with adjustments to business practices to make effective use of the software, providing training resources and guidance for the applications as needed. Assume leadership role and project lead responsibilities in database and application administration. Work with management, leadership and clients to lead application evolution efforts: help inform selection of new products, gain buy-in from affected clients, manage RFP and other selection processes, design and execute communication plans and manage projects related to application maintenance and deployment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of six years of experience/in system/application/database administration.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Experience with the installation and maintenance of PeopleSoft (or other) ERP systems including the products used in its support (Weblogic, Tuxedo, SQR , Crystal Report, Application Engine, PS Query).
• Experience in administrative Windows servers and/or Microsoft SQL servers.
• Experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams with substantial client participation.
• A track record of direct supervision of students or other staff demonstrating a commitment to their development as IT professionals.
• A track record of positive client feedback.
• Demonstrated track record of collaboration and cooperation with individuals working in different departments within a Higher Education context.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead administrator for administrative applications and their databases, installing, updating, tuning and diagnosing application/database issues within a complex higher education environment.
• Manage/configure integrations among applications/databases (including secure messaging and data transfer) as well as user roles, permissions and groups within the applications.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the applications and their databases.
• Assist users with adjustments to business practices to make effective use of the software, providing training resources and guidance for the applications as needed.
• Assume leadership role and project lead responsibilities in database and application administration.
• Work with management, leadership and clients to lead application evolution efforts: help inform selection of new products, gain buy-in from affected clients, manage RFP and other selection processes, design and execute communication plans and manage projects related to application maintenance and deployment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level