Database Administrator

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Working Title:

Database Administrator

Institution:

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

Information Technology Spec 3

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Minneapolis

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

Job Description

This position is responsible for operating systems, systems software, database administration, communications, performance, integrity, and security for enterprise server databases for Minneapolis College.  The Database Administrator will be responsible for logical/physical database design, development, creation, maintenance, and modification of Minneapolis College’s databases.

The individual will be responsible for understanding ODBC/JDBC, web connectivity to database hosts, API connections, data warehousing concepts and future visioning. This individual will manage all aspects of Minneapolis College’s database uses, from database creation and preserving data integrity, to the ethical handling and accessibility of the data. 

This individual must possess demonstrated experience with creating and supporting databases and data warehouses in a production environment.  Strong communication skills are required in working with faculty and staff in the logical/physical database design and maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience designing, developing and supporting relational database systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of principles and practices of relational database development, security, and support.
• Proficient in understanding and using Microsoft SQL, Access, ODBC, JDBC, API’s, web and network connectivity to database hosts, ETL, and data warehousing concepts.
• Strong written communication skills sufficient to write, prepare, and edit materials such as memos, procedures, reports, presentations, etc., using correct spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence construction and clearly explaining complex technical ideas and procedures to varied technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong verbal communication skills sufficient to participate in discussions and communicate technical ideas and procedures to technical and non-technical staff and managers and present recommendations and reports to senior managers.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Understanding of project management methodologies.

Other Requirements

Current and/or former employees must be in good standing at Minneapolis College for consideration. Applicants will be asked to provide contact information for four (4) references, including two (2) managers, who can directly address their qualifications for this position.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes, may be eligible for partial telework per Minneapolis College's telework guidelines.

About

Minneapolis College is a proud member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The campus is located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan community. Faculty and staff collaborate to offer a supportive environment that values active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability and global and cultural understanding. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, and a team environment and challenging careers.
As an affirmative action and equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.
The College is 100 years strong and has a rich history and mission that is still relevant today.
The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the link Minneapolis College Public Safety or go to
https://minneapolis.edu/student-services/public-safety.

Salary Range for this position is $32.89 - 54.06 / hourly: $68,674 - 112,877 / annually

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($150 - $1500),