Data Base Administrator

  • 495121
  • Full-Time
  • Closing on: Nov 11 2025
  • Enterprise Systems
Department: Enterprise Systems Salary: $80,937 - $99,147

Description:

Job Summary

The Database Administrator is responsible for the maintenance, support, and optimization of enterprise database systems, including but not limited to SQL Server and Oracle. Responsibilities include ensuring data integrity, performing regular backups, managing capacity, troubleshooting performance issues, and implementing upgrades as needed.

Duties

  • Maintain production, test, and development databases to support enterprise applications and user needs
  • Troubleshoots and resolves database and application related issues promptly
  • Participates in new database projects as needed
  • Installs, configures, upgrades, and patches databases and related application software
  • Monitors database performance and takes proactive measures to optimize efficiency
  • Facilitates communication between teams for planning and coordination
  • Ensures database integrity, security, and compliance with policies and standards

Marginal Duties

  • Performs all other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports:

  • None

Delegation of Work:

  • N/A

Supervision Given:

  • N/A

Qualifications

Required Education:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience in lieu of education

Required Experience:

  • Minimum of three (3) years of related job experience

License/Certification:

  • Relevant certification such as Microsoft Certified: MS SQL Database Administrator, or Azure Database Administrator Associate, or Oracle Database Administration Certified Professional is preferred

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing both SQL Server and Oracle database environments
  • Knowledge of database automation, monitoring tools, and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, T-SQL, PL/SQL)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Strong understanding of data security, compliance, and backup strategies
  • Familiarity with cloud-based database platforms such as Azure SQL

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of trends, tools, and best practices in database administration and management

Skills:

  • Proficiency in administering SQL Server and/or Oracle databases
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently

Abilities:

  • Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative in resolving complex technical issues

Work Location and Physical Demands

Primary Work Location:

  • Works in an office environment

Physical Demands:

  • Work is performed in a typical, comfortable interior office environment, with minimal exposure to unpleasant elements or physical risks
  • Expected to always carry and respond to cell phone at all times
  • May be asked to respond to problems or provide service after hours, including weekends and holidays
  • Must have precise hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness. Ability to distinguish colors may be required for certain tasks

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

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