DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Job ID55862
Location
Columbia
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Hiring Department
Division of Information Technology
Job Description
This position is responsible for supporting and maintaining Oracle and MySQL database installations for the University of Missouri System. The main responsibilities for the position include the installation, upgrade and patching of the database software; backup and restore of the databases; maintaining database replication for disaster recovery purposes; troubleshooting performance and configuration issues; maintaining and customizing database monitoring solutions; and developing and implementing standardized reproducible methods for accomplishing all of the above. The position requires being in a 24×7 on call rotation and some off hours work.
Shift
M-F, 8am – 5pm, The position requires being in a 24×7 on call rotation and some off hours work.

M-F, 8am – 5pm, The position requires being in a 24×7 on call rotation and some off hours work.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. At least 2 years of experience in an IT field, preferably in Higher Education is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Oracle and/or MySQL database administration. Experience reading and writing linux shell scripts. Experience or familiarity with REST APIs.

Experience with Oracle and/or MySQL database administration. Experience reading and writing linux shell scripts. Experience or familiarity with REST APIs.
Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range:

$52,915- $83,304 Commensurate with experience

University Title:

Database Administrator
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Sponsorship Information

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.