Job Posting in Everett, WA

Everett Public Schools-Human Resources-3715 Oakes Avenue Everett, WA 98201-(425) 388-4710 POSITION JOB #: 98-52-DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR [Informix] -INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Reports to the Director of Information Systems and Technology SALARY $55,372 - $64,097 (Professional and Technical Salary Schedule) Salary effective September 1, 1998) LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Informix certification; or willingness to attend training and receive same Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science or equivalent from an accredited university or college JOB SUMMARY This position performs operational DBA functions. Responsibilities include monitoring application and database performance, maintaining database applications, producing advanced Structured Query Language (SQL) reports, and providing technical assistance for the applications. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE -Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science or equivalent from an accredited university or college -Three years minimum professional experience as lead or senior Informix Database Administrator -Strong knowledge and background in database administration -Well-versed in developing and establishing policies for database administration -Strong SQL experience -Strong UNIX shell script writing experience -Basic UNIX operating system knowledge and process control experience -Project management experience a plus KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES -assist the Director of Information Systems and Technology in communicating with and supporting the District's staff regarding its management information systems computer applications and systems, -responsible for managing database performance tuning, capacity planning, writing advanced SQL reports and system procedures, database backup and restore processes, recommending configuration changes for system enhancement, data modeling, logical and physical design, data security, and disaster recovery, -in cooperation with systems analysts, troubleshoots and resolves database problems or errors in applications or reports and serves as primary liaison with software vendors for product support, -analyses, tests, schedules, and implements database and application installations and updates, -assists with Data Center operations as assigned , -trains key users in report generation and generates sophisticated reports as needed, -checks reports for general accuracy, -liaison with the Information Systems and Technology technical staff with network connectivity, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting trains staff members in use of applications. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (continued) -assists in preparation and maintenance of operations procedures and practices documentation, -performs related duties and assumes other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Director of Information Systems and Technology, -excellent planning and scheduling, -ability to work independently and set priorities to meet performance deadlines, -demonstrated oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, -ability and experience in making presentations, -demonstrated ability to interact effectively and professionally with people in a variety of situations, -ability to evaluate processes for efficiency and effectiveness and present recommendations, -initiative; willingness to learn and understand all aspects of the job, -ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, -ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audience/group, -must be able to contribute to a team environment in a professional, positive, and supportive manner.