Database Administrator, Entry Level
Job ID: 284903
About Us
The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.
Job Summary
This is an entry level position responsible for assisting with the maintenance of the operation of a computer database. The position helps ensure the database runs properly, remains current, makes user access readily available, and formulates and designs new database applications. The position assists with decisions regarding procedures for set up of, access to, and operation of a computer database.
Responsibilities
1. Assists in administering assigned databases; assists with backup and recovery operations, database patching, and upgrades.
2. Assists data warehouse team with development needs, query performance and tuning.
3. Assists in troubleshooting and resolving a variety of problems and issues.
4. Assists in developing software to automate processes.
5. Prepares documentation of tools, procedures, diagnoses, repairs and requirements.
6. Researches requirements of potential new services.
7. Evaluates the performance of existing services.
8. Assists in managing user accounts.
9. Assists in deploying server operating systems; assists in managing system configurations.
10. Assists in building test environments to evaluate changes prior to production.
11. Provides workstation support for end users.
12. Performs related duties as assigned.
- Required Qualifications
- Baccalaureate degree and over one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
1. Knowledge of relational database management software.
2. Knowledge of database performance and tuning principles.
3. Knowledge of server operating systems.
4. Knowledge of server scripting languages.
5. Knowledge of functionality testing procedures.
6. Knowledge of Board of Regents policies and procedures.
7. Skill in collaborating with multiple constituents.
8. Skill in decision making and problem solving.
9. Skill in the provision of support to end users.
10. Skill in oral and written communication.
11. Ability to respond diplomatically to sensitive and critical issues.
12. Ability to effectively multi-task.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Selected candidate must reside in the state of Georgia within a reasonable commuting distance to the ITS Office in Athens, Ga.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the University System Office Human Resources at 404.962.3242. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
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