Sr. Database Administrator Or Database Administrator

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington. Our cooperative has a vital mission: to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties. We’re leaders in environmental stewardship and we’re committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky.

As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people. We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built.

EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state. There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees. Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6% of base wages AND match employee contributions up to 4%. Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance.

For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc

EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. We encourage you to apply early as we will review and consider candidates as they are received.

Posting the Senior level requirements as they are the highest required. This position is open to consideration to those with less years of experience, but preference will be given to Senior level candidates.

The Sr. Database Administrator installs, monitors, and maintains the database installation of EKPC. This position ensures the database infrastructure meets the business needs of the future and plans accordingly. In addition, this position provides guidance to the System Administration team and works with IT leadership to maintain IT policies and procedures.

• Manages the maintenance, installation, and upgrades of the enterprise database install base including Oracle and MSSQL.
• Develops and implements backup and recovery strategies to meet business and disaster recovery needs and ensures compliance.
• Monitors database performance, troubleshoots and resolves database issues, and informs end users of status.
• Establishes, implements, and enforces database policies, procedures, and standards according to information systems and EKPC objectives.
• Works with the System Administrators to support the database requirements of new systems.
• Works with the Security Operations Center (SOC) to detect vulnerabilities and ensure patching.
• Maintains database security and creates user accounts.
• Strictly adheres to change control policies.
• Ensures installations meet and follow vendor licensing requirements and implements controls for enforcement.
• Periodically tests backups and recovery, and refreshes development and QA environments.
• Works with IT leadership to develop database strategies to support company's needs.
• Consults and advises users on databases.
• Provides guidance to less experienced employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:
¿ Bachelor¿s degree in a related area required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
¿ Oracle Certified Administrator required.
¿ Oracle Certified Professional preferred.

Experience:
¿ Seven (7) years of related experience using Oracle database required.
¿ Three (3) years of MSSQL experience required.

Skills and Abilities:
¿ Thorough knowledge of Oracle Database and Microsoft SQL Server.
¿ Proficient in RMAN and MSSQL backups.
¿ Working knowledge of Linux, KVM, and Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager (OLVM).
¿ Thorough knowledge or Oracle and Microsoft license requirements.
¿ Excellent project management skills.
¿ Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
¿ Provides thorough and timely communication to customers, leadership, and team.
¿ Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with staff at all levels of the organization including external contacts.
¿ Strong customer focus for a broad range of customers.
¿ Ability to work independently and in a team oriented, collaborative environment.
¿ Ability to effectively prioritize work, manage time, and adhere to deadlines.
¿ Thorough documentation, organization skills, and attention to detail.
¿ Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and use appropriate discretion in discussing confidential issues.

• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
• Adaptability
• Customer Focus
• Contributing to Team Success
  

¿ This is primarily an inside position with usual office conditions including prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
¿ Some work outside normal schedule may be required.
¿ Occasional lifting up to twenty (20) pounds required.
¿ Must maintain valid driver¿s license.
¿ Must wear personal protective equipment as appropriate.