Senior Systems Analyst- SQL - Information Management & Information Technology

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Halifax seeks an SQL Database Administrator to ensure the performance and reliability of clinical systems. Ideal candidates will have a background in Computer Science, 3-5 years of SQL experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include health coverage and a competitive salary of $38.36-$47.95 per hour.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience with SQL database application support
• Experience with 20+ enterprise-level application databases is preferred
• Certifications in ITIL or PMP are considered beneficial

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain SQL Server databases for high availability and performance
• Engage with cross-functional teams to resolve database issues
• Design and document database systems aligning with organizational goals

Skills

SQL database administration

Communication of technical concepts

Organizational skills

Education

Degree/diploma in Computer Science or IT

Tools

SQL Server

Windows Server

Job description

Req ID: 209234
Location: Provincial Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: IMIT Interface & Technical
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Management/Non Union position
Posting Closing Date: 3-Oct-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there’s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you’ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

The IM/IT Senior Systems SQL Database Administrator plays a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and strategic alignment of clinical systems and database infrastructure. Reporting to the IM/IT Digital Solutions Manager, this role collaborates with Clinical Applications teams, Business Applications teams and various technical partners and vendors to deliver secure, efficient, and scalable database solutions.

Responsibilities

• System Reliability: Proactively monitor and maintain SQL Server databases across development and production environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with cross-functional teams—including application analysts, infrastructure teams, and clinical stakeholders—to resolve database issues and support strategic initiatives.
• Strategic Alignment: Contribute to the design and documentation of database systems that align with organizational goals, including digital transformation and clinical system integration.
• Inclusive Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and encourages knowledge sharing across technical and non-technical teams.
• Leadership & Expertise: Act as a subject matter expert in SQL database administration while functionally guiding project teams through technical implementations. Lead efforts in upgrading legacy systems, implementing disaster recovery strategies, and refining operational processes.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Degree/diploma in Computer Science or IT (specialization in SQL/Oracle), or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience with SQL database Application support and maintenance
• Preference to those with experience with supporting 20+ enterprise level application databases
• Expertise in SQL clustering, backup/migration strategies, and Windows Server environments
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure and high-availability configurations
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Experience in clinical application support and change management is an asset
• Certifications in ITIL or PMP are considered beneficial
• Strong technical process and procedural documentation skills considered an asset
• Ability to troubleshoot, document and resolve issues using best practice and knowledge of internal and/or external business processes to improve service
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills
• Organizational Skills, high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Please ensure resume is up to date with all experience, education and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time role (75 hours biweekly).
• Operates in a 24/7/365 environment with on-call and after-hours responsibilities.

Compensation and Benefits

$38.36- $47.95 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. (Permanent Long Assignments Only)

Once You\'ve Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.