DATA BASE ADMINISTRATOR



Job Details

DATA BASE ADMINISTRATOR
Employer

City of Houston

Salary

$39,026.00 - $79,872.00 Annually

Location

8000 N. Stadium, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

03846

Department

Health and Human Services

Opening Date

02/27/2008

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

  • Provides general information to customers for various city services (such as water, sewer, potholes, ditches, culverts, traffic signals and signs, dangerous buildings, weeded lots) or transfers calls to appropriate City personnel.
  • Researches, analyzes and resolves customers' problems and inquiries.
  • Assists in locating personnel in the City of Houston to respond to citizens' requests for city services.
  • Receives telephone calls using the automatic call distribution system and computer-based work management system to provide customers information on services requested.
  • May receive calls for non-dispatch police services.

Description

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR

PN# 03846

Health & Human Services

Administrative Services Division

Application Support

8000 N. Stadium Dr., 7th Floor

M - F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Designs and implements database formats through the analysis of data requirements. Schedules and coordinates routine maintenance of the application database.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Supports SQL server and Oracle 9i/10g databases. Performs database backups, maintenance, tuning, capacity planning, upgrades, etc., as required by the application development group. Works closely with the application development group, application developers and business process owners throughout the department. Designs and implements database format through analysis of data requirements. Creates and enforces development standards/procedures to guarantee acceptable database performance levels. Documents application database design and structure to provide substantial support for statements made or applications proposed. Ensures database integrity by setting up database backup and recovery procedures. Designs, implements and supports a new data warehouse and related data marts-conceptual, logical, and physical.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

Duties

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics or a related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of experience in data processing including systems design, programming, and database application and management is required.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates certified as an Oracle Database 10g Administrator. Working knowledge of SQL, stored procedures, triggers, data import and export. Experienced in Oracle 9i/10g using Oracle PL/SQL is necessary. Strong knowledge in SQL server clusters, DTS, backup and recovery concepts. Knowledge of XML, Microsoft SQL server AS400 DB2, ASP, .NET and RPG is a plus.

Information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes X No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION GENERAL FUNDED POSITION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Grade 25

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only original applications, resumes and online submissions are accepted and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. For advanced consideration apply online at: www.houstontx.gov. For application status inquiries or special accommodations, please call (713) 794-9974. Our TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf) phone number is (713) 837-9471.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

An equal opportunity employer

THE LANGUAGE USED IN THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT BETWEEN THE EMPLOYEE AND THE AGENCY. THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE ANY CONTRACTUAL RIGHTS OR ENTITLEMENTS. THE AGENCY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE THE CONTENT OF THIS DOCUMENT, IN WHOLE OR IN PART. NO PROMISES OR ASSURANCES, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, WHICH ARE CONTRARY TO OR INCONSISTENT WITH THE TERMS OF THIS PARAGRAPH CREATE ANY CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT.

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The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 10 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01
Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics or a closely related field?
  • YES
  • NO
02
Do you have 4 years of experience in data processing including systems design, programming, and database application and management?
  • YES
  • NO
03
Do you possess certification as an Oracle Database 10g Administrator and have working knowledge of SQL, stored procedures, triggers, data import and export?
  • YES
  • NO

* Required Question

Employer
City of Houston