Database Management Position
This is responsible advanced technical work in the management of database services in Alachua County Information & Telecommunication Services Department. An employee assigned to this classification develops, designs, modifies, monitors and maintains database servers and infrastructure. Work is performed under the general direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.
Examples of duties include :
- Installs, maintains and configures databases and application data across different database servers.
- Monitors and reports database functions and overall system health.
- Develops database applications, stored procedures and SQL statements for various applications. Performs Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) operations to migrate data between systems. Participates and assists with upgrades and patch management for servers on which the databases are installed and maintained.
- Maintains and configures overall database security for databases and applications.
- Works with vendors to install, configure and maintain third party databases and applications. Evaluates existing databases and makes recommendations for improving operational efficiency for improved productivity.
- Creates and maintains customized database reports, performs data analysis and works with customers to evaluate database needs.
- Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.
Knowledge, skills and abilities include :
Thorough knowledge of Database structures, theories, principles and practices.Thorough knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of database systems management.Considerable knowledge of information research techniques and available resources.Considerable knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL).Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate work on a variety of projects.Ability to initiate and implement administrative procedures.Ability to conduct meetings with users and determine their information technology needs.Ability to develop and carry out objectives.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, constitutional officers and the general public.Physical demands include :
Frequently required to talk or hear.Occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and use hands to finger, handle or feel.Occasionally required to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Work environment characteristics include :
Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.