DBA – Systems Technician

Position #600980

Closing Date: 4/29/2018

Position Summary: The purpose of the is job is to provide maintenance and technical support of computer systems, database server and selected third-party applications used enterprise wide in a local and hosted environment. Provides mission critical applications supporting college operations. Provides expertise and guidance in the areas of evaluation, development, implementation and support of daily operations of the network system servers and third party connected application to the local database environment. Maintains Oracle database systems, security and user provisioning for database services.

Type of Appointment: Full-Time

Department: Network and Technical Services
 
Typical Duties & Responsibilities: 

30% Perform installation and administrative function for Network server systems to include Database administration for college database record systems. Monitor performance and troubleshoot error alerts using locally developed tools. Install patches, fixes and upgrades required for all production and test environments.  

15% Install database systems and software products, manage file systems, monitor performance and troubleshoot error alerts from commercial and locally-developed monitoring tools; install database patches, fixes and upgrades required for all administrative production test
environments.

15% Manage and oversee backup and restore for databases and files along with server systems. Ensure integrity of data while developing and maintaining strict security protecting systems and data. Create and write scripts necessary to facilitate management of systems and automated processes.

10% Perform system administrative functions for the production administrative and academic computer systems including Sun Solaris, RedHat Linux and Windows servers. Design and maintain technical procedures for systems and database backups, installations and software upgrades.

10% Provide proper documentation for systems and applications supported and problem resolution information including use of formal trouble ticket systems; help implement IT policies and procedures; support end users as needed with database and system issues.  

10% Perform preventive maintenance procedures to ensure quality performance of college servers; work with Networking group and others to implement new services.

10% Provide strategic planning related to databases, security systems, and hardware resources necessary for optimal operation of college administrative systems. Server as local contact to ensure compliance of established PCI standards are implemented and followed.

Note: the College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.

Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and 2 years’ related experience as a technical systems administrator in Unix/Linux and Windows environment.  


(Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% credit of full-time work experience)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge in systems design and access technologies with SQL. Knowledge in two of three operating systems (Unix, NT, OpenVMS, and Oracle) required. Expertise in local area Networking and wide area networking environments. Ability to communicate effectively and to Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with others. Experience with Firewalls and authentication systems a plus. Ability to write technical documentation. Understanding of network equipment and configuration rules, understanding of computer system security
and account management

Pay Rate: $42,990-$53,220.00/per year. Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To be considered
in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application including the Beginning and Ending Dates.

 

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed. 

Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer

If you have any problems or questions please contact Holly King at Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6406 or by email at haking@pstcc.edu.