Oracle Database Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8)

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

2d • $7,807 - $11,823 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Administrative Services is hiring a full-time, permanent Oracle Database Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8) for its Middleware team with Data Center Services in Salem, Oregon. The position is hybrid, with weekly in-office work required. The role maintains the stability and performance of IT systems that provide critical services to customers throughout the state, with a focus on Oracle databases and related AIX services. The successful candidate will also have backup duties related to DB2; training is available for a candidate willing to learn.

The administrator diagnoses complex problems for customer agencies in the AIX environment, onboards customers into the AIX (Oracle and DB2) environment, provides expert-level customer support, coordinates solutions across agencies and other entities, and identifies and automates processes for on-premise and cloud solutions. The position also architects the Oracle and DB2 database environment to meet the needs of Data Center Services and its customers, and participates in disaster recovery planning and implementation for Oracle services.

The role requires the employee to obtain and maintain CJIS clearance and possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by their state of residence. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. Finalists are subject to a computerized criminal history check.

Requirements

• Seven years of information systems experience in Oracle database administration; OR an associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or completion of a two-year accredited vocational training program in information technology or a related field, and five years of information systems experience in Oracle database administration; OR a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field and three years of such experience; OR a master’s degree in one of those fields and one year of such experience.
• Demonstrated skill and experience managing Oracle databases on multiple platforms and environments.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Expert-level experience in IT incident response, problem analysis, investigation, and root cause analysis.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; applicants requiring visa sponsorship will not be considered.
• Must obtain and maintain CJIS clearance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with, exposure to, or willingness to learn to manage DB2 databases on multiple platforms and environments; additional consideration may be given for DB2 experience.
• Familiarity with AIX on IBM Power Systems and/or a Unix-based operating environment.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Shell, Python, or Perl for automating tasks.
• Experience with automation tools to streamline database management.
• Skill and experience managing and maintaining WebLogic and/or WebSphere servers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the stability and performance of IT systems that provide critical services to customers throughout the state.
• Diagnose complex problems for customer agencies within the AIX environment.
• Onboard customers into the AIX (Oracle and DB2) environment.
• Provide expert-level support to customers.
• Coordinate solutions between multiple agencies and other entities.
• Identify and automate processes and procedures for on-premise and cloud solutions.
• Architect the Oracle and DB2 database environment to meet the needs of Data Center Services and its customers.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and implementation processes for Oracle services.
• Perform backup duties related to DB2.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for the employee and family.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Deferred compensation savings plans and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
• Eleven holidays, three personal business days, monthly sick leave, and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility may be available.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree