US-CA-Santa Barbara: Database Administrator

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Date: 19-Mar-2008

Database Administrator

Create and document models for new database development and/or changes to existing ones.

Install and configure relevant network components to ensure database access as well as database consistency and integrity.

Monitor database system details within the database, including stored procedures and execution time, and implement efficiency improvements.

Design and implement redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery and data archiving to ensure effective protection and integrity of data assets.

Monitor, optimize and allocate physical data storage for database systems.

Plan and coordinate data migrations between systems.

Develop, implement, and maintain change control and testing processes for modifications to databases.

Create, or support creation of, required reports in response to business user needs.

Conduct research and make recommendations on database products, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.

Perform database transaction and security audits.

Implement appropriate end-user database access control levels.

Develop routines for end-users to facilitate best practices database use.

Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team.

Qualifications and Requirements

College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science and/or 6 years equivalent work experience.

Certifications in Oracle Database Administration preferred.

Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices.

Working technical experience with designing, building, installing, configuring and supporting Oracle database servers on the Linux RedHat platform.

Hands-on database tuning and troubleshooting experience.

Experience with data processing flowcharting techniques.

Project management experience.

Good understanding of the organization**s goals and objectives.

Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.

Good written and oral communication skills.

Strong technical documentation skills.

Good interpersonal skills.

Ability to conduct research into database issues, standards and products as required.

Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.

Highly self motivated and directed.

Keen attention to detail.

Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Strong customer service orientation.

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