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Gila River Resorts & Casinos · 18 hours ago

IT Database Administrator

Chandler, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Gila River Resorts & Casinos is seeking an IT Database Administrator to support the Enterprise’s data storage and reporting requirements. The role involves ensuring maximum uptime and performance of database instances, collaborating with IT and external departments, and managing database security and compliance.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Promotes and provides excellent guest service experience to both internal and external guests

Supports internal and external audit teams by providing reports on current database infrastructure as well as database infrastructure changes

Provides input for design, planning and maintenance of the database infrastructure

Deploys simple and complex database environments to support enterprise’s application and data warehousing requirements

Performs patch management and other system upgrades

Performs Disaster Recovery testing and implementations

Ability to prioritize multiple assigned tasks and execute parallel tasks in a high-pressure environment

Monitors backup activity and correct issues as they are identified. Perform data restores as required

Monitors performance and availability of all database systems and conducts capacity planning for the enterprise

Provides security recommendations and implements security policies across all database environments

Be a subject matter expert in database technologies and trends

Documents data flows and build diagrams to reflect the live environment

Creates and communicate presentations showing architecture and roadmaps

Works with vendors and the Project Team to implement new applications and business initiatives

Ensures databases operate within established policy, and procedures, including GICS, MICS, and department policies and procedures

Supports the Enterprise’s database mission in a casino environment including regular after hour and weekend support

Maintains a dependable work attendance record with extremely infrequent absences and/or lateness

Designs, develops, and configures SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) projects to support data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes across multiple systems and environments

Creates, maintains, and deploys SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) reports to support business intelligence needs, ensuring data accuracy, performance optimization, and user accessibility

Manages Oracle 19c and 12g databases in a production environment, including performing and validating RMAN (Recovery Manager) backups and restores, monitoring backup health, and ensuring data recovery compliance

Maintains a well-structured code repository for database scripts, SSIS packages, and SSRS reports using version control systems (e.g., Git), ensuring change tracking, peer review, and deployment readiness

Deploys and configures SQL Server databases (2012–2022) in production environments, including setting up and managing Always On availability groups for high availability and disaster recovery, while following best practices for performance, security, and version compatibility

Creates database security reports to identify sensitive data and ensure compliance with Arizona Department of Gaming (ADOG) requirements, supporting internal audits and regulatory inspections through SQL Server native tools and custom reporting solutions

Other job duties as assigned

Qualification

Microsoft SQL ServerDisaster RecoverySSISSSRSOracle 19c12gPowerShellMCSA CertificationMCSE CertificationGuest Service SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Must have expert knowledge of Microsoft Server Reporting Services (SQL) Server

Must have expertise in disaster recovery and always-On Availability Groups, and log shipping

Knowledge of partitioning strategies and experience with working large datasets

Ability to perform the GILA WAY which is as follows: Greet our guests, Interact positively with our guests, Listen actively to our guests & Appreciate our guests

Must possess excellent guest service skills, strong telephone etiquette, a self-starter with the ability to follow-up and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimum supervision

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as to gain the cooperation of guests and fellow team members

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral

This position must have, or an ability to acquire within one year, an in-depth knowledge and thorough understanding of Enterprise Policies and Procedures, governmental regulations, and technical rules relevant to their responsibilities

Preferred

Associate's Degree in Computer Science or related major preferred

Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) preferred

Experience with PowerShell and Oracle is preferred

Professional certifications in Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), SQL, 201X Database Administration, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), Data Management and Analytics preferred

Company

Gila River Resorts & Casinos

With award-winning entertainment, hospitality and other amenities located across the Valley of the Sun, Gila River Resorts & Casinos is your premier destination for memorable experiences.

Founded in 1994