Database Administrator

Eugene-Water-and-Electric-Board; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to manage MSSQL and Oracle databases supporting critical utility operations. The role focuses on performance, security, availability, and scalability across diverse environments in a hybrid setting based in Eugene, Oregon.

Required five years of DBMS administration experience, a bachelor's degree in IT/CS/IS or related field, and knowledge of both Windows and Linux environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or closely related field needed.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience administering DBMS software.
• Experience with relational DBMS software and vendor-specific certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain enterprise databases for critical operations.
• Organize, archive, and maintain data structures in MSSQL and Oracle.
• Ensure availability, reliability, capacity, and efficient utilization of database resources.
• Install, test, update and troubleshoot databases and data integrations using standard tools.
• Provide support to developers, application admins, and vendors as appropriate.
• Ensure data security, backup, recovery and continuity of service.

Skills

Database design

Performance tuning

Troubleshooting

Database administration

Data integrity

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/IS or related

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Windows Server

Oracle

MS SQL Server

Job description

ThispositionopensonSeptember 11, 2026,and willremain open until filled. The first review of applications will occur on September 28, 2026.

At Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB), wedon'tjust provide water and electricity – we deliver essential services that are vital to the community. We are seeking a skilled Database Administrator to manage andmaintainMSSQL and Oracle databases supporting critical utility operations. This isan important positionthat helps keep EWEB running.

As a Database Administrator at EWEB, you willbe responsible forensuring database performance, security, availability, and scalability across diverse environments.Additionalresponsibilities include implementing backup and recovery strategies,optimizingqueries, and supporting application teams. This role plays a key part in sustaining the integrity of enterprise data systems for a mission-critical public utility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, developandmaintainenterprisedatabases including creating data structures and conceptual models to meet business requirements.
• Organize, analyze, archive, andmaintaindata and data structuresin Microsoft SQL and Oracle database systems.
• Ensure availability, reliability, capacity, and effectiveutilizationof database resources.
• Install, test,update and troubleshoot databases and dataintegrationsusingindustry standard toolsand techniques.
• Identifyand resolve database, application integration, and system performance issues.
• Providesupport to developers, application administrators, and vendors asappropriate.
• Ensure data security,backup, recovery, andcontinuity of service for databases.
• Create andmaintainconfiguration documents and work as a team to supportoperations.
• Consult with technical business users to understand their requirements for data management and translate those into trackable tasks forIT teams to execute.

WhatYou’llBring

• A work history of applied technical knowledge andskills in database design, performance management,troubleshootingand administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical issues,identifyroot causes,and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
• Ability to workeffectivelywithbusiness and technical partners to deliver data management solutions toa diverse organization with varying technical skills.
• Strong writing skills which enable you tocreate andmaintaincleartechnicaldocumentsincluding architecture, processes, and implemented configurations with strong attention to detail.
• A passionfortechnology,problem solving, and data integrity.

Location: This positionis based in Eugene, Oregon; ithas been approved as a hybrid work arrangement involving a combination of telecommuting and working onsite. The selected candidate must live in the state of Oregon.

The starting annual salary for this position is $117,325.02to$146,656.28 commensuratewith knowledge, skills, education, and experience as it relates to the position.

Please Note: The base pay offered will beestablishedbased on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge and skills, relevant experience, and internal equity. Consistent with EWEB’s compensation philosophy, it is not customary to place individuals at the high end of the salary range at the time of hire. Compensation decisions are made holistically to support fair, consistent, andequitablepay practices,taking into accountthe specific circumstances of each position and candidate.

Equivalency: EWEB will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience when reviewing applications. Candidates who do not meetallthe minimum qualifications,but whose application materialsdemonstratethe necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the position,are encouraged to apply. We understand that valuable experience can be gained through various avenues, and we value diverse experiences and unique perspectives.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, InformationSystemsor closely related field from an accredited college, which includes course work in computer concepts, technical writing, software tools, and workstation environment.

Licenses/Certifications: None.

Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in administering database management system software. Experience using and administering relational database management system software.

Recommended: Database vendor-based DBA certifications,networkand storage experience.Experience in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Windows operating systems.Project Management skills as well as experience with vendor and contract relationships management.

Post-offer background checkrequired: Yes

Post-offer physical/functional testrequired: No

Please Note: Applicants mustbe authorized towork for any employer in the United States. EWEB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visaat this time.

Supplemental Questions

The application for this positionincludes supplemental questions.Your responses will be scored and used todetermineif you willproceedto the next step of the selection process.Providedetailed answers to each question. Please do not reference your resume or application in your responses.Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

WHYCHOOSEEWEB?

EWEB offers employees a progressive work culture devoted to providing excellent public service. Our employees work in a fast-paced environment where creativity, innovation, involvement, teamwork, and professional development are supported and encouraged. We are committed to providing a work environment conducive to the safety, health, and well-being of our workforce, andoffer great benefits, including but not limited to health care, vacation and sick leave, pension, holidays, and an employee credit union. We consistently rank as one of the healthiest employers in Oregon!

EWEB is Oregon's largest customer-owned utility. We provide water and electricity to the Eugene community, as well as parts of east Springfield and the McKenzie River valley area. As a public utility, we do notoperateto earn a profit or to serve the investment needs of stockholders. Instead, EWEB is chartered by the City of Eugene to serve the interests of its citizens. We are owned by the people of Eugene andit'sour job to provide reliable, affordable water and electricity for our customers.

EWEB takes pride in our commitment to diversity and inclusion among our employees. We embrace and value differences of culture, education, experience, physical ability, and unique perspectives in our workplace. We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity. Attracting,retaining, and advancing talent from all sources strengthens our bond with the multifaceted community we serve.

Tobacco, Smoke, and Vapor-Free Campus Policy

EWEB fosters an environment promoting good health for both employees and the public. We want to enhance the quality of air, appearance, and employee health in and around EWEB facilities and equipment. Employees, contractors, volunteers, and visitors may not use, distribute, or sell tobaccowhileparticipatingin EWEB functions, on EWEB property, or while performing right-of-way tasks.

Other Requirements

This description is intended torepresentkey areas of responsibility. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned.Nothing in this description restricts EWEB's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Job descriptions may occasionally be updated, as necessary, to reflect evolving business needs.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Computer Science.

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