Database Administrator

US Lawns

Anchorage (AK)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Chugach Electric Association seeks a seasoned Database Administrator to design, secure, and optimize enterprise databases in Anchorage, Alaska. You will manage backups, performance tuning, and data integrity while supporting apps and system upgrades.

Requires 5+ years in Oracle and SQL Server, strong scripting (PowerShell, PL/SQL, T-SQL), and a CS-related degree. On-site role with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Five years of experience as a Database Administrator in an enterprise environment.
Two years of experience with Oracle releases in the past ten years.
Two years of experience in database design or programming and development.
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; or four years of additional equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

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 and in-house educational material.
Plans and implements installations, patches, and updates to the database software.
Acts as primary contact between Chugach and database software vendors.
Automates database tasks using current tools and scripting languages.

Skills

Oracle SQL

SQL Server

Performance tuning

Data security

Scripting PowerShell

Data modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Oracle Database

Microsoft SQL Server

PL/SQL

T-SQL

PowerShell

Job description

Database Administrator

Introduction

Are you a skilled Database Administrator looking to join a dynamic and innovative team? Chugach Electric Association is dedicated to provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members. We are seeking a talented DBA to manage, maintain, and secure our critical database systems. If you have a passion for data integrity, performance optimization, and ensuring the security of sensitive information, we want to hear from you!

Job Description

Objectives

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.

ReportingRelationship

Reportsto: Application Manager

Directs: None

ResponsibilitiesandAuthorities

PerformsPersonally

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.

Relationships

Internal
- IT Management: Receives direction and assistance from, exchanges information and makes recommendations.
- Other Information Technology Staff: Works directly with, exchanges information, makes recommendations, advises in areas related to database management.
- Users: Provide product support, exchanges information.
External
- Vendors and Consultants: Consults and coordinates with, and exchanges information.
- User Community: Provides product support
- Software and Hardware Vendors: Consults with, performs advanced troubleshooting, reports and solves problems

MinimumQualifications

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.

Four years of additional equivalent experience may be substituted for the required degree.

Knowledge,AbilitiesandSkills

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.

WorkingConditions

Standardofficeenvironment.
Thisposition issubjecttocall-outoutsideofnormalworking hourswith some weekend work.

Company Description

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's corporate vision: Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's corporate mission: We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's corporate values: Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our employees, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law. Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment. Employees must be able to provide documentation to Chugach Electric to show their identity and authorization to work.

Benefits

Health Benefits (Available through IBEW with the Alaska Electrical Trust Fund)