Database Engineer I

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Database Engineer I on the Dahlonega Campus. This position supports database administration, consulting, some programming, and technical support for the use of Microsoft SQL server and database environment. Assists with performing backup/recovery, performance monitoring and fine tuning performance. Evaluate hardware and software requirements and support the integration of third-party providers' products. Support new and current data integrations between the university's student information systems as well as other selected and the third-party applications purchased to provide additional capability, efficiency, and productivity to university personnel. Create documentation associated with these projects. Some project management is required.

Responsibilities

• Creates, configures, and maintains databases in Microsoft SQL Server in order to support development of systems used by university personnel and third-party applications requiring SQL Server.
• Assists with database administration for the MySQL environment. Maintains and optimizes performance in these environments.
• Develops integration solutions with 3rd party applications through available API's and database exports, as well as ad hoc database reporting as required
• Consults with IT, business, and academic units to support the creation of locally developed and third-party database applications.
• Gather, write and maintain documentation on database applications and integrations.
• Participation on UNG committees and working groups.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to multi-task, manage workload, and meet deadlines required.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of IT experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• ITIL certification preferred.
• Lean certification preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PL/SQL Developer, SQL Navigator, Shell scripting and/or Linux preferred.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner preferred.

Proposed Salary

Minimum Starting Salary: $58,887

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three professional references