Junior Database & Application Administrator

Department: Information Services
Classification: Analyst Programmer 1
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $21.21 - $34.71 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Hybrid eligible

Review of Applications Begins

December 11, 2023; open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered for this position, submit a complete application that includes an online application, resume, and cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.

Department Summary

Information Services (IS) is the central information technology unit at the University of Oregon and provides wide ranging services to campus. Information Services consists of four major functional areas: Customer Experience, which serves as the key contact point for interactions with campus clients and customers; Applications & Middleware, which manages and supports applications, integration services, identity management and data management; Information Security, which helps protect virtual or physical information; and Technology Infrastructure, which provides administration and support for the software, hardware, and services needed to support the campus IT environment. Information Services also includes the Advanced Network Technology Center. IS works closely with the Network for Education and Research in Oregon.
Established in 1876, the University of Oregon offers a breadth and depth of curricula with more than 270 academic programs and provides the opportunity to work at a respected research university with a strong holistic, liberal arts foundation. The UO also has a history of political and social involvement that embraces diverse beliefs, cultures, and values, and it is committed to environmental responsibility.
The University is also proud of the newly-announced Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, an initiative specifically designed to fast-track scientific discoveries and the process of turning those discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation and beyond. Information Services collaborates with Research and Innovation and our schools and colleges to support the research, teaching, and learning mission of the University.
Eugene is the home of the University of Oregon. Located in the lush Willamette Valley, Eugene is well-known for outdoor pursuits like running, cycling, rafting, and fishing, as well as arts, music, crafts, brewing, wine-making, and community-supported agriculture. With branches in Portland and on the Oregon coast, the UO is deeply connected to Oregon's natural and cultural treasures.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director of Software Solutions and Data Services, the Jr. Database and Application Administrator works collaboratively with other IT professionals to provide a stable and robust set of data management and application services to campus. This includes, but is not limited to: database, middleware, systems and network administrators; application systems analysts and developers; data integration specialists; business intelligence and analytics specialists; cloud specialists; data architects. This position works closely with IT professionals to analyze, troubleshoot, integrate, and tune applications, with the focus on the underlying databases and data structures.
This position works on a team of database administrators to implement and maintain multi-tier applications and their underlying databases. This position will be critical in upgrading, monitoring, fixing, configuring and backing up database systems.
The position is expected to evolve with technology changes and shifts in data management paradigms. The data systems it will manage may be located on site, in one or more cloud locations, or in a combination of on-site and cloud locations. It may be expected to work with structured and unstructured data, depending on the needs of the supported clientele.
The Jr. Database and Application Administrator will take guided action to ensure all technical solutions are compliant with industry guidelines, administrative rules and regulations, and local, state, and federal laws.
The applicant in this position will be expected to apply broad knowledge to standard and non-standard technical applications to solve a wide range of problems and accomplish tasks. The Jr. Database and Application Administrator will participate in industry and personal led training to learn and improve skills.
Essential Personnel
This position may provide essential services during times of emergencies and inclement weather. This position may be required to fulfill essential services and functions during these times.
The incumbent and may be expected to work on some weekends.
Candidates who promote and enhance diversity are strongly desired.

Minimum Requirements

This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in systems analysis and related programming support functions generally obtained by a bachelor's degree in computer science, or an equivalent amount of training and applied experience.
Typical skills for each core function are cited below.

Professional Competencies

Knowledge of industry standard databases and administration.
Ability to adapt and support change within a rapidly evolving technical environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with a team of diverse IT professionals, clients, and partners.
Ability to utilize SQL in a moderate to complex environment.
Understanding of the importance of protecting sensitive and private data.
Ability to install and configure software in a Linux or UNIX environment.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting database systems and infrastructure.
Experience supporting database driven applications in a multi-tiered environment.
Experience supporting data decision support systems.
Experience with relational databases including troubleshooting basic SQL queries
Familiarity with TSQL, Postgres, Python , Bash, PL/SQL or other programming languages.
Familiarity with basic project management.

FLSA Exempt: No

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All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

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