SQL Server Database Administrator (REMOTE)

Trinity Health; Livonia (MI); Remote; USD 96,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to manage and optimize SQL Server databases. The role encompasses ensuring data integrity, performance, and security within critical business applications. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in database technologies and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Join us in maintaining our commitment to excellence and efficiency in healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in SQL Server database environments.
• Hands-on experience in supporting production environments.
• Ability to write complex stored procedures and shell scripts.

Responsibilities

• Administer SQL Server databases, day-to-day operations, and production support.
• Establish and monitor database management policies and procedures.
• Configure and support complex architectures, including Always On Clusters.

Skills

T-SQL

Perl

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related area

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Database administrator is expected to manage, maintain, and optimize our database systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, structure, performance, and availability of databases that support critical business functions. The person will work closely with application teams, system administrators, and data analysts to ensure data security, efficiency, and availability. The DBA responsibilities include install, configure and maintain Database Systems in SQL Server, Monitor the performance of the databases, manage backups, recovery and security. The DBA should support developers or application support in database issues. Security and user management of the databases are required.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Database Administrator (DBA), SQL Server to join our dynamic team. The SQL DBA will be responsible for administering SQL Server databases, supporting production environments, and ensuring data integrity, security, and performance. This role is crucial to maintaining our organization's commitment to efficiency and excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer SQL Server databases, including day-to-day operations, production support, and backup/recovery processes.
• Establish and monitor policies and procedures for database management, security, maintenance, and utilization.
• Maintain the integrity of files, file structures, databases, objects, and processes.
• Configure and support complex architectures, including Always On Clusters.
• Write complex stored procedures, triggers, batch scripts, and shell scripts.
• pay grade 15 range 96,319.82-144,479.7275 Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in SQL Server database environments.
• Hands-on experience in database administration, supporting production environments.
• Proficiency in T-SQL, Perl, and advanced relational database programming languages.
• Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems, system utilities, and software products.
• Expertise in database backup/recovery methodologies and advanced configurations.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a shared leadership environment and manage competing priorities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related area and five (5) or more years of related experience in one or more relational database environments. Hands-on database administration experience in support of production environments and strong database language programming skills.
• Five (5) or more years’ knowledge and experience of host operating systems, advanced relational database programming languages, system utilities, software products, and related hardware.
• Ability to write complex stored procedures, triggers, batch and shell scripts. Strong background using relational database management and development tools and technologies.
• Proficiency in database backup and recovery methodologies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills for solving complex database problems, developing standards and procedures, and long-range planning.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with end users, TIS staff, and vendors. Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with people of differing professional backgrounds.
• Ability to technically lead projects, manage several projects at one time, prioritize multiple tasks, and function well in an environment of competing priorities and in crisis situations.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Trinity Health.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position operates in a typical office environment. The area is well-lit, temperature-controlled and free from hazards.
• Incumbent communicates frequently, in person and over the telephone, with people in a number of different locations on technical issues.
• Manual dexterity is needed in order to operate a keyboard. Hearing is needed for extensive telephone and in person communications.
• The environment in which the incumbent will work requires the ability to concentrate, meet deadlines, work on several projects at the same period and adapt to interruptions.
• The incumbent must be capable of traveling in the course of completing project assignments.
• Must be able to set and organize own work priorities, and adapt to them as they change frequently.
• Must be able to travel to the various Trinity Health sites as needed (may or may not apply).
• Participates on call rotation for 24 x 7 database support.

• Must be available for on site and remote off hour support for major events as required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.