Open Position: Database Administrator – Level 2

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Open Position: Database Administrator – Level 2

Nicole Nelson

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June 15, 2005 at 4:47 pm

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Job Overview:

Primary Purpose of Position:

The Database Administrator – Level 2 will be responsible for creating and maintaining complex databases in all hosted data centers that will be utilized for web site and client usage. Such work will be done in a coordinated effort with System Engineering, Network Engineering and Security staff.

Responsibilities:

·         Manage service requests applicable for day-to-day administration for SQL and Oracle databases
·         Research ROI factors and manage small scale projects related to hosted databases
·         Insure the accuracy of the database information and control the day-to-day operations
·         Gather data for overall capacity planning
·         Provide technical expertise to the entire organization in database management systems
·         Analyze initial and ongoing client database requirements to support the creation of databases and appropriate index information
·         Function as a team member for research and implementation of new processes and procedures for emerging technologies, methods, and services
·         Plan and execute data conversions and migrations
·         Develops expertise in use of automated tools for database design and implementation.
·         Take an active and insightful role in group discussions
·         Record all tasks in Vantive

Qualifications
Education, Experience & Training required:

·         Bachelors degree
·         Minimum of 4 years experience in database management and Information Systems

Job Specific Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

·         Solid understanding of security concepts, principles and practices, including fundamental knowledge of OSI model
·         Proficient knowledge of Microsoft SQL 2000, Microsoft Access, Visual Basic, Oracle 9i
·         Strong core DBA skills – installation, configuration, administration, monitoring & tuning
·         Experience with full development lifecycle (logical modeling, physical design, data architecture, development DBA support & production DBA support)
·         Perl coding skills are a very strong plus
·         Knowledge of data access methodologies
·         Knowledge of data analysis and data modeling
·         Excellent communication and documentation skills utilizing MS Word, MS Project, MS Excel and Visio
·         Ability to perform after hours, shift work, and be on call via pager during designated periods
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Preferred Job Specific Knowledge and Competencies:

·         Experience supporting a hosted ASP environment
·         Experience in OLAP and Data Warehousing database architectures desired

Critical Performance Competencies:

·         Analytical skills – identifies and defines problems; determines probable causes; suggests solutions
·         Attention to detail – follows detailed procedures and ensures accuracy in documentation and data
·         Intelligence – acquires understanding and absorbs new information quickly
·         Planning and organizing – organizes and prioritizes work
·         Teamwork – solicits ideas and opinions of other team members
·         Technical/Professional expertise – possesses and applies a broad range of related knowledge

Value Competencies

·         Leadership through innovation – generates innovative ideas and multiple alternatives
·         Passion for and responsibility to the customer – follows through on customer questions and requests
·         Passion for what you do – looks at current processes and finds better, faster ways to work
·         Personal/Corporate integrity – take ownership for work and responsibility for positive/negative results

Type of Equipment Used:
·         Laptop/PC
·         Printer
·         Telephone/Cell Phone
·         Copier
·         Fax

Major job activities-physical requirements:
o        Sitting – 4+ hours per day / 5 days per week
o        Use of keyboard – 4+ hours per day / 5 days per week
o        Use of telephone – throughout day as needed to conduct business – 5 days per week
o        Working under time pressure – 1+ hours per day / 5 days per week
o        Working rapidly for long periods – 1+ hours per day / 5 days per week
o        Finger dexterity – 1+ hours per day / 5 days per week
o        Good vision – 8+ hours per day / 5 days per week
o        Good hearing – 8+ hours per day / 5 days per week
o        Speaking – 4+ hours per day / 5 days per week

Major job activities – mental requirements:
o        Multiple concurrent tasks
o        Customer contact

Working environment (where major activities are carried out):
o        Indoor – 100% of the day
o        At a desk, an office or in a control room – 100% of the day

Please apply to job 1308 via our website at http://www.concur.com/careers to be considered for this position.