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Database Administrator
  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview
    (ATS), a unit within the at the University of Kansas, helps public agencies develop high-volume, highly scalable and multi-device-compatible Software as a Service (SaaS) web applications to meet public needs. We are a team of experienced IT professionals with many years of high-volume software product development experience that analyze a client's technology needs and then design, develop, test, host, and provide post-production support for all web applications that we develop.

    ATS is seeking a Database Administrator. Day-to-day activities will involve small to very large and complex Postgres work. The Database Administrator is involved in database design, query optimization, authoring stored procedures, database updates, backups, recovery and troubleshooting of issues.

    In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 8 hours of sick leave earned every month, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. KU is a great place to work! KU actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups.

    KU is not able to provide H1-B sponsorship for this position.
    Job Description
    75% Operational Support
    • Ensure availability and performance of the databases that support online services and business operations (e.g. system monitoring, performance tuning, routine maintenance tasks, etc.)
    • Troubleshoot performance, stability and availability issues in a high volume and highly transactional database environment, including creation and review of keys and indexes.
    • Work closely with the application development teams to resolve any performance related issues and provide application support.
    • Respond to and resolve database access and performance issues.
    • Perform database tuning, space management, and instance administration.
    • Monitor for deviation in baseline system performance and advise on and execute improvements to slow running queries.
    • Review query plans and optimize code as required.
    • Measure database performance and troubleshoot complex database issues and I/O bottlenecks.
    • Ensure that storage, archiving, backup, and recovery procedures are functioning correctly.
    • Develop and maintain efficient programmatic data extracts.
    • Run queries to fulfill ad-hoc data requests for customers and internal teams.
    • Perform database tuning, performance monitoring, capacity management and automation tasks. Assists in the application of database updates and stand-alone hotfixes to environments, as well as evaluates processes for database management.
    • Work closely with IT leaders, software developers, and management.
    • Part of on-call rotation to respond to and resolve database issues to ensure production applications are online. This position requires availability outside of standard business hours as part of a rotational on-call schedule
    25% Design
    • Coordinate with application team on developing logical database design, reporting and provide ongoing support and administration of databases pertaining to enterprise business applications.
    • Conduct research and make recommendations on database products, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.
    • Implement and oversee database policies and procedures to ensure the integrity and availability of databases and their accompanying software.
    • Assess and develop long-term strategic goals for production databases in conjunction with data owners and department managers.
    • Manage backups, restores and recovery models.
    • Configure, manage, and recommend High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options.
    • Stay abreast of trends within the industry as they relate to future innovation of our products and development of new products.
    Position Requirements
    • This position allows for a hybrid work location for well-qualified candidates.
    • This position will require attendance at regularly scheduled meetings onsite.
    Required Qualifications
    1. High school/GED and 5 years related experience OR Associates degree with 3 years related experience OR Bachelors degree with 1 year of related experience OR Masters degree in field related to discipline.
    2. 3 years' experience troubleshooting performance, stability and availability issues in a high volume and highly transactional database environment.
    3. 3 years' experience designing and building data models and schemas to support application requirements.
    4. 3 years' experience creating and maintaining databases, tables, views, stored procedures and other database objects.
    5. 2 years' experience performing database tuning, space management, and database administration.
    6. 3 years' experience in writing Queries, Functions, Procedures and DDL scripts for relational database systems.
    7. 3 years' experience managing PostgreSQL databases, MySQL or Microsoft SQL Server databases
    8. 2 years' experience managing RDS databases and Aurora databases in AWS.
    9. Excellent organizational, project management abilities, strong analytical and problem-solving skills as demonstrated by application materials.
    Preferred Qualifications
    1. Exposure to version control tools like Git.
    2. Certification in one or more commercial database systems.
    3. In-depth knowledge of IT standards, concepts, best practices, and procedures.
    4. Experience working with Linux, and Windows environments.
    5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    Additional Candidate Instructions
    A complete application consists of:
    • Cover Letter
    • Resume
    • 3 Professional References
    Incomplete applications will not be considered.

    Review of applications begins April 29 and continues as needed to collect a pool of qualified applicants. For first consideration, please apply by April 29.
    Contact Information to Applicants
    Mark Thompson,
    Advertised Salary Range
    Starting at $85,000; Commensurate with experience
    Work Schedule
    Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
    Application Review Begins
    Monday April 29, 2024
    Anticipated Start Date
    Monday May 13, 2024


    The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy.

     

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Database Administrator (DBA)
  • Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
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Database Administrator (DBA)
  • Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)
  • Topeka, KS FULL_TIME
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Database Administrator (DBA)
  • Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)
  • Manhattan, KS FULL_TIME
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Administrator
  • Anew Healthcare Operations Nortonville
  • Nortonville, KS FULL_TIME
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Administrator
  • American Medical Associates
  • Rossville, KS FULL_TIME
  • Administrator needed for a long term care facility located in the Bronx, NY **Salary- Up To $140K per year (Depending on Experience)** Qualifications: · Must have Kansas Administrator license · Must h...
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SQL Database Administrator
  • Moonshot Solutions
  • Kansas City, MO
  • RESPONSIBILITIES Plan and manage data extractions from various systems for migration of patient records Create extractio...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Salesforce Administrator- REMOTE
  • Dunhill Professional Search & Government Solutions
  • Kansas City, MO
  • *FULL TIME TELEWORK POSITION*- Must be located in San Antonio, Texas Area. This position is to support the Department of...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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PostgreSQL DBA (100% REMOTE/NO C2C)
  • Amerit Consulting
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Our client, a US Fortune 50 organization and a leading provider of Health care and Health Insurance services, seeks an a...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SQL DBA & Development Lead
  • GROM Associates, Inc.
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Title: Technical Lead - SQL DBA & Development Location: Kansas CIty, Missouri Start Date: ASAP Duration: 4-6 month i...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SQL DBA & Development Lead
  • Grom Associates Inc.
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Title: Technical Lead - SQL DBA & Development Location: Kansas CIty, Missouri Start Date: ASAP Duration: 4-6 month i...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior SQL Database Administrator
  • Peraton
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Responsibilities: We are seeking a Senior SQL Database Administrator to architect, engineer and operate the SQL Database...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior SQL Server Database Administrator
  • Ascend Learning, Inc.
  • Leawood, KS
  • ** Senior SQL Server Database Administrator** **Job Category****:** Technology **Requisition Number****:** SENIO003892 S...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SQL Database Administrator
  • Moonshot Solutions
  • Kansas City, MO
  • RESPONSIBILITIES Plan and manage data extractions from various systems for migration of patient records Create extractio...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Lawrence, Kansas

Lawrence is the county seat of Douglas County and sixth-largest city in Kansas. It is located in the northeastern sector of the state, astride Interstate 70, between the Kansas and Wakarusa Rivers. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 87,643. Lawrence is a college town and the home to both the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University. Lawrence was founded by the New England Emigrant Aid Company, and was named for Amos Adams Lawrence, a Republican abolitionist originally from Massachusetts, who offered financial aid and support for the settlement. Lawrence was cent...
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