Working Title of Vacant Position

Database Administrator

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

1

Department

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Division

IT SYSTEM DEV

Requisition Number

2024056

Number of hours worked per week

40

Work Schedule

8AM – 5PM Monday – Friday. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, Virginia

Position Driving Requirement

O - Occasional

Pay Grade

GE20

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$81,254-$107,662 (Depending on Qualifications and Experience)

Job Description

• Supervise, manage, and ensure the optimal performance of over 100 Microsoft SQL databases.
• Drive the strategic direction and execution of the Master Data Management (MDM) project.
• Provide leadership to junior database administrators and data analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and performance excellence.
• Develop and enforce database standards and procedures, ensuring data integrity, security, and optimization.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to support data-related initiatives and projects.
• Design, implement, and oversee backup, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery procedures for SQL databases.
• Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required.
• Keep abreast of latest database and data analytics trends to ensure the company is leveraging the most current technologies and methodologies.
• Lead initiatives to enhance database performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Work closely with data architects and other stakeholders to align projects with business objectives.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer information systems, or a closely related field

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Database Administrator, with at least 3 years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server administration, including advanced configurations, clustering, mirroring, and replication.
• Familiarity with Master Data Management (MDM) principles and tools.
• Experience with data analytics tools and techniques.
• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a focus on ensuring data accuracy, accessibility, and security.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services is a plus.

Job Open Date

04/09/2024

Job Close Date

Open Continuous

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

On-Site Position

This position is not eligible for third-party (i.e., contractor/staffing agency) placements. For questions about this position, please email selection@cityofchesapeake.net.

Overall Physical Strength Demands

S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Standing

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Sitting

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Walking

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Lifting

N = Never

Lifting Amount

N/A

Carrying

Never- Never occurs.

Carrying Weight

N/A

Pushing/Pulling

N = Never

Pushing/Pulling Weight

N/A

Reaching

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Handling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Fine Dexterity

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Kneeling

N = Never

Crouching

Never- Never occurs.

Crawling

Never- Never occurs.

Bending

Never- Never occurs.

Twisting

N = Never

Climbing

Never- Never occurs.

Balancing

Never- Never occurs.

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls

N = Never

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Protective Equipment Required

Mechanical Hazards

N = Never

Chemical Hazards

N = Never

Electrical Hazards

N = Never

Fire Hazards

N = Never

Explosives

N = Never

Communicable Diseases

N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

N = Never

Other

N = Never

If Other, Description

Dirt and Dust

N = Never

Extreme Temperatures

N = Never

Noise and Vibration

N = Never

Fumes and Odors

N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

N = Never

Darkness or Poor Lighting

N = Never

Primary Work Location

Office Environment

Time Pressures

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Emergency Situations

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Other

N = Never

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

No

Minimum Requests

0

Maximum Requests

4