DATA BASE ADMINISTRATOR-AP



Job Details

DATA BASE ADMINISTRATOR-AP
Employer

City of Houston

Salary

$59,436.00 - $79,872.00 Annually

Location

3300 Main, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

03384

Department

Public Works & Engineering Resource Management

Opening Date

01/09/2008

Closing Date

Continuous

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

PN# 03384

PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

3300 Main Street

*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. Designs and develops database formats utilizing data requirements derived from application analysis. Documents application database design and structure to provide substantial support for statements made or applications proposed. Coordinates the programming of database usage with application personnel to ensure that system demands are achieved. Ensures database integrity by setting up database backup and recovery procedures. Coordinates training for application personnel, including various aspects of database usage.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier 2 Level.

Duties

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics or a closely 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

Valid Texas Driver’s License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving.

Qualifications

Preference will be give to candidates with DB2 9.5 and Oracle 10g databases experience on Linux or HPUX Operating Systems and strong knowledge in back up and recovery concepts. Working knowledge of Turbo image, creating storing procedures triggers, and data import / exports is a plus. Designs, implements and supports data warehouses and related data marts-conceptual, logical, and physical. Coordinates the programming of database usage with application personnel to ensure that system demands are achieved. Assists with the management of projects in the Integrated Land Management Systems (ILMS).

Information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes

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

SALARY INFORMATION

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

Salary Range - Pay Grade 25

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

For application status inquiries or special accommodations, please call 713-837-7253. 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.

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 AND four (4) years of experience in data processing including systems design, programming, and database application and management?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

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City of Houston

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