Database Administrator

Database Administrator

Austin, TX, US, 78261

PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION : 1506 US-281, Johnson City, TX 78636, Austin, TX 78261

Hybrid Work Options Available

101,840.00 Minimum Starting Base Pay

• KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits
• Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION : PEC Technology Center – 1506 US-281, Johnson City, TX 78636

Hybrid work options available

101,840 (annual salary) minimum starting pay

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the integrity, security administration and performance of databases in production and development environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Monitor database performance and resources to provide an appropriate level of service

Configure systems and perform database refreshes as required to support development, quality assurance and training environments

Design, implement, test and monitor database backup and recovery procedures

Design and implement systems which provide acceptable levels of service, availability and security

Maintain database security by maintaining user accounts with appropriate access roles authentication

Maintain database licenses, upgrades and patches

Assess and implement routine database maintenance as needed

Implement a method of retaining and reporting on long-term database performance data

Function as a primary database resource for PEC projects and implementations / conversions

Assist in installation and maintenance of database client software as required

Assist in management and implementation of PEC business software as requested

Effectively triage database issues to determine if vendor support is needed

Provide timely after-hours support as needed

Research technology trends in database, storage, and virtualization

Disaster Recovery skills for Oracle and SQL Server databases

Maintain the security of confidential information

Stay abreast of advances in technology

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and / or Leadership Responsibilities

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of using computers and computer systems, including hardware and software to set up functions, enter data or process information

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction

Skilled in time management

Skilled in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing and changing priorities

Skilled in identifying, analyzing and resolving problems

Skilled in database administration tasks and procedures

Skilled in scripting languages

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to listen to and understand information verbally and in writing

Ability to set priorities

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience, Certification, & Licensing)

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Directly related experience may substitute for education

4 years directly related work experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel

The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time

The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds

The employee may be required to travel

Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period

This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.

Position Open Until Filled

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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