Database Engineer I

Job Details

Job Title: Database Engineer I

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 297040

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.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.

As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.

If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.

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