Database Administrator - Police Department
SALARY: $60,880 - $97,407 Annually DOQ
OPPORTUNITY: Open Competitive
OPENING DATE: April 14, 2008
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
JOB ELEMENTS INCLUDE:
- Evaluates, implements, and makes recommendations regarding new features of the database product and tools; schedules and performs database upgrades.
- Performs database analysis and manages changes to database design and operation.
- Recommends appropriate physical partition size of disk subsystems related to data storage.
- Designs and implements database indexes, triggers and other essential database functionality.
- Defines application program interfaces to the database as appropriate.
- Identifies data available for use for specific or general access.
- Interface with users, consultants, technical teams and vendors for maximum guidance in determining the most appropriate selection, installation and configuration of database technologies.
- Monitors applications systems performance and recommends methods for improving efficiency through database and application design; investigates, analyzes and reviews user performance issues.
- Develops documentation, checklists and processes for communicating support information as appropriate. Provides technical support to the Helpdesk.
- Insures code changes and modifications are managed using a documented change request system.
- Provides technical support within Information Technology and other departments as required.
- Evaluates, and implements solutions to complex problems using the appropriate application access and database tools.
- Consults with Information Technology teams to develop application installation and maintenance procedures to assure database standards and practices are maintained.
- Maintains security and integrity controls of the database software tools and the database.
- Establishes procedures for loading database software; backup and recovery of the database; stopping and restarting the database.
- Develops project schedules, prioritize tasks, meet project schedule requirements.
- Provide on call support during non-business hours.
- Maintains a high level of current knowledge regarding systems, technology, and communications.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field and five years experience designing and supporting databases and applications. Industry recognized database certification (examples include, but not limited to, Oracle, Microsoft or enterprise class database product). Any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, may qualify.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Arizona driver's license within 90 days of hire. Ability to work overtime, shifts, weekends and holidays as required.
SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be screened for the minimum qualifications and special requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and special requirements will be placed on an eligibility list. Eligibility lists are active for up to six months. Human Resources reserves the right to terminate or extend the life of an eligibility list at any time. The hiring department will contact those candidates they wish to test and/or interview. DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
All candidates are subject to an extensive background check, including but not limited to, Department of Public Safety and FBI background investigations. Applicants must be truthful and accurate and avoid providing inconsistent information, incorrect dates, partial or incomplete information when completing the application and any supplemental forms. Falsifying or omitting information during any stage of the selection process, may make you ineligible for consideration or continued City employment.
PREFERENCE POINTS: If you are eligible for Employment Preference Points under Arizona Revised Statute 38-492, please complete an Employment Preference Point Form, available in Human Resources, and submit with your application.
RESUME MAY ONLY SERVE AS A SUPPLEMENT TO YOUR APPLICATION
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The city of Glendale
is an Equal Opportunity Employer |
