NEOGOV · 4 months ago
Database Administrator 19-E-02
Springfield
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, and they are seeking a Database Administrator. The role involves collaborating with the Information Technology Project Manager to ensure proper database administration, including modifications, maintenance, and understanding the agency's data needs.
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Responsibilities
Work with the Information Technology Project Manager to ensure that the computer programmers and programmer analysts utilize the system methodology in place to develop all software projects from the planning stage through the implementation stage
Identify user needs to create and administer databases
Ensure that the database operates efficiently and without error
Make and test modifications to the database structure when needed
Maintain the database and update permissions
Oversee the merge of old databases into new ones
Backup and restore data to prevent data loss
Work with the Information Technology Manager, Chief Technology Officer, and Management to understand the agency’s data needs and to plan the goals of the database
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science with a concentration in database administration or computer programming, or 3-5 years of experience in a position comparable to overseeing information technology projects
Good communication skills to maintain and form working relationships with coworkers, staff, end-users, and management
Knowledge and skills in Microsoft SQL Server 2005/2008, replication, relational databases, and communication protocols
Experience with Business Objects XI and Crystal Reports 2008 as a reporting tool
Working knowledge of T-SQL with respect to error checking, error handling, optimal methods, table/procedure/trigger creations, debugging and performance tuning of stored procedures and ad hoc queries
Knowledge of development with MS Visual Studio Team System 2008/2010
Ability to understand all aspects of relational databases
Experience with XML
Developer Express 2010
General knowledge of MS Access
Ability to provide occasional unscheduled off-hours support
Maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the general public
Attendance is an essential function of this position
Preferred
Knowledge of Microsoft products and certifications
Java helpful but not required
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance
Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement System
Deferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457k
Commuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation program
Flexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings program
Life insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance available
Disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych
Holidays: 13 1/2 paid
Vacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, prorated
Personal days: 4 annually
Floating Holiday: 1 annually
Sick days: 1 per month
For attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal Education
Semi-monthly payroll
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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