Database Administrator – Tier II or Tier III : Competition #117
An Internal/External Posting in the PPWC Employee Group.
Castlegar, Nelson
Posted:
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Closes: Thursday, February 21, 2019
Reporting to the IT Manager, Operations & Applications, the Database Administrator - Tier II or Tier III personnel develop and support broad-based applications and the underlying technology that support them including, but not limited to, Student Records Systems, Financial Record Systems, Human Resources Systems, as well as services and products that are shared across most, if not all, departments and schools. Tier II and III Personnel will consult with clients to identify and implement solutions to information systems processes, problems and plans for the evolution of the College’s information systems. This position will be involved in the upcoming project for the implementation of a new ERP for Selkirk College.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Developing and supporting software applications
- Administering the major data bases that support Selkirk’s information systems
- Generating statistics and writing reports and perform other duties as assigned
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Strong abilities in developing and supporting software solutions in mixed OS environments
- Exposure to web based application environments and reporting, advanced text manipulation, and SQL scripting skills
- Demonstrated success as a team member that can also function at a high level autonomously with strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Able to produce and maintain high quality technical documentation
- Able to conduct research, produce reports and make recommendations as required
- Thrives in a high-pressure environment that requires proficiency in prioritizing, and meeting tight deadlines
Education and Experience Tier II and Tier III
- Successful completion of a BSc Degree in Computer Science; or, a two-year diploma in Computer Information Systems (with certification in the Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate or MS Certified Solution Associate: SQL Server)
- Minimum of 2-3 year of directly related experience both from an appropriately accredited institution
- Keen desire to learn and evolve their technical skills is core to this person’s goals and ambitions
Education and Experience Tier III
- 5+ years of directly related experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in Oracle database administration and maintenance is an asset
- Additional proficiency in other relevant development languages and fluency in SQL and PLSQL would be preferred
*Complete Job Description available from HR upon request.
This is regular full time position commencing as soon as possible. The salary for the Tier II position is pay grade 11 - $29.76 per hour and the salary for the Tier III position is pay grade 12 - $30.90 - both in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Thursday, February 21, 2019.