Database Administrator

TEKsystems
$97,000.00 - $116,000.00 / yr
United States, Alaska, Anchorage
Apr 09, 2025
Description The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the design, implementation, security, ongoing support, and optimization of enterprise databases at Chugach Electric, supporting a mission-critical environment. This role ensures database reliability, performance, scalability, and efficiency while supporting application development, upgrades, and system enhancements. Additionally, the Database Administrator researches emerging technologies, automation strategies, evaluates system improvements, and provides expert guidance on database-related initiatives to ensure alignment with industry best practices and business objectives. Responsibilities and Authorities * Controls and monitors system-level and database owner access to enterprise databases. * Directs, coordinates, creates and maintains database elements in all enterprise databases. * Performs database programming to provide data to front-end applications. * Responsible for the database backup and recovery, scheduling, disaster prevention, and documentation. * Responsible for adequate data retention on databases. * Monitors database performance and capacities, optimizing them for efficiency. * Provides in-depth technical support for resolving database-related problems. * Develops and maintains naming standards, in-house educational material and language interfaces to database as necessary. * Plans and implements installations, patches, and updates to the database software. * Acts as primary contact between Chugach and database software vendors for problem resolution, support and maintenance issues. * Provides application and platform-based impact assessment for proposed upgrade projects and support tasks, as required. * Automates database tasks using current tools and scripting languages, improving efficiency and reliability. Minimum Qualifications Five years of experience as a Database Administrator, of which two years must have been in and Oracle version release in the past ten years, and two years must have been in database design or database programming and development, all within an enterprise environment. AND Bachelor's degree with either the major or minor in computer science or related field , e.g. MIS, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, STEM. OR Four years of additional equivalent experience may be substituted for the required degree. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills * Proficiency writing complex Structured Query Language (SQL) queries in both Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. * Proficiency with data analysis theory and techniques, including logical and physical database design. * Proficiency with desktop computers utilizing Microsoft Windows. * Advanced query tuning and performance optimization experience. * Proficient in scripting and automation with interfaces and languages such as Microsoft PowerShell, PL/SQL, and Transact-SQL (T-SQL). * Applications development experience in client/server computer environment preferred. * Proficiency creating database objects such as tables, constraints, views, procedures, functions, and packages in Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. * Strong troubleshooting and incident response skills in enterprise environments. Additional Skills & Qualifications 5 years of Database Administrator Experience Experience Level Expert Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $97000.00 - $116000.00/yr. Benefits will come through IBEW Health & Welfare - Alaska Electrical Trust Funds, Pension and Retirement Savings. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Anchorage,AK. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.