Database Sustainment Specialist (Dss)

Dawsonohana; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global business enterprise is seeking a Database Sustainment Specialist to support the Defense Medical Logistics. This on-site role requires expertise in database management, customer service orientation, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective decision-making abilities and possess excellent communication skills. A college degree and familiarity with medical facilities management are preferred.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k program with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience using Microsoft Office products.
• Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Track and maintain proper accounting of room inventory.
• Prepare room data for DMLSS entry.
• Provide comprehensive Monthly Workload and Performance reports.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service orientation

Education

College degree

Tools

DMLSS

Job description

DATABASE SUSTAINMENT SPECIALIST (DSS)

DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community.

Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values.

Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion.

We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe.

SUMMARY

The Database Sustainment Specialist (DSS) will directly support all aspects of the Defense Medical Logistics Standard Support (DMLSS) Facility Management data capture and application support for the specified Military Treatment Facility (MTF). The DSS will ensure compliance with all provisions of the contract. The applicant should possess a strong work ethic and the ability to show initiative to learn items related to any given task. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Track and maintain proper accounting of room inventory within the DMLSS database
• Prepare room data for DMLSS entry by compiling and sorting information and partner with appropriate site personnel for room data quality
• Determine root cause of discrepancies regarding facility work request data and make recommendations for correction
• Provide comprehensive Monthly Workload and Performance reports
• Perform quality assurance by ensuring the accuracy of completed facility work requests and/or facility projects
• Partner with Facility Management team, Operations & Maintenance contractors, enlisted personnel to ensure DMLSS data is accurate and maintenance schedules are adhered to
• Provide customer support to Facility Management team, Operations & Maintenance contractors, and enlisted personnel for any questions regarding DMLSS data
• Implement/follow procedures for ensuring quality data and inventory control are present within the database
• Monitor Corrective Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance items entered into DMLSS to remove duplicates and ensure scheduled maintenance happens regularly
• Maintain operations by following policies and procedures; report needed changes
• Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of two years experience using Microsoft Office products with proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
• Must be able to demonstrate effective decision‑making abilities
• Possess the ability to analyze information, interpret results, and problem‑solve
• Customer service oriented
• The ability to work confidently in a results‑oriented environment
• DMLSS experience is desirable but not mandatory; training will be provided
• Two years’ database management experience preferred but not required
• Working knowledge, familiarity, or background in medical facilities management is desirable
• College degree preferred but not required

ADDITIONAL NOTES

This position is on‑site at a government installation. Must be able to pass official background checks and gain access to military installations. This position requires standing for long periods of time and walking short distances. This position requires a background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Continually required to sit. Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. Continually required to talk or hear. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually low. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity / VEVRAA federal contractor.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best‑in‑class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a (k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.