Database Specialist

Oxford Global Resources; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Global Resources is seeking a database professional to maintain and optimize database performance, plan upgrades, and monitor system efficiency. You will support data integrity, assist users, and contribute to security policies within a collaborative, team-focused environment.

The role emphasizes problem solving, confidentiality, and the ability to communicate complex data clearly to drive informed decisions. On-site Milwaukee engagement with cross-functional teams is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technology field or 4+ years of related experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office, databases and web-based applications.
• Experience managing customer relationship databases and data integrity.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize database performance and capacity planning.
• Plan upgrades and evaluate transaction processing models.
• Monitor performance and resolve processing and programming issues.
• Develop database management tools and support user questions.
• Contribute to disaster recovery planning and security policies.
• Collaborate with applications teams and ongoing professional development.

Skills

MS Office

Databases

Web-based applications

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication of data

Education

Bachelor's degree in technology field

Job description

Summary:

Maintain database by planning, monitoring, and improving performance.

Project Details:

Plan database upgrades by maintaining, evaluating, and improving a transaction processing model Assess database performance by developing a protocol for measurement of results and identification of problem areas Support database performance by monitoring database performance; evaluating and resolving processing and programming problems; designing database management tools; answering user questions Secure database by preparing access and control policies and procedures; implementing disaster recovery procedures Support application design by contributing expertise to applications, operations, and technical support teams Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations Accomplish information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed

Job Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in technology field or 4+ similar years of experience


• Proficiency with technology in the workplace, including MS Office, databases and web-based applications


• Customer relationship database maintenance/integrity experience


• Excellent interpersonal skills with the capacity to interact with diverse groups and work successfully in a collaborative, team-oriented environment


• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and excel in problem-solving


• Ability to communicate complex data in a simple way to facilitate decision-making.


• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision


• Ability to deal with sensitive information with a high level of trust, tact, and confidentiality

Hourly Rate: 21-28

Oxford is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oxford will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. Oxford provides supplemental medical (we do not offer major medical), dental, vision, life, and disability benefit plans along with a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan. Paid holidays based on eligibility and paid sick leave for applicable jurisdiction, as required. Oxford is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.