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Why Team Garland?
At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.
Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.
If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!
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Position SummaryResponsible for the installation, configuration, upgrading, administration, monitoring, maintenance and security of databases in the organization. Also responsible forassisting in the development and design of database strategies, system monitoring and improving database performance and capacity, and planning for future expansion requirements.
Install and upgrade the database server and application tools.
Allocate system storage and plan future storage requirements for the database system.
Modify the database structure, as necessary, from information given by application developers.
Enroll users and maintaining system security.
Ensure compliance with database vendor license agreement.
Control and monitor user access to the database.
Monitor and optimize the performance of the database.
Plan for backup and recovery of database information.
Maintain archived data.
Back-up and restore databases.
Contact database vendor for technical support.
Generate various reports by querying from database as per need.
Assist with the training of other staff database administrators.
Four-year college degree
4 years experience
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Education/ Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in computer related field
4-6 years' experience in Oracle or SQL Server administration, support and installation
Communication skills
Knowledge of database theory
Knowledge of database design
Knowledge about the RDBMS itself, e.g. Oracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, IBM Informix
General understanding of Structured Query Language (SQL)
General understanding of distributed computing architectures, e.g. Client/Server, Internet/Intranet, Enterprise
General understanding of the underlying operating system, e.g. Windows, Linux
General understanding of storage technologies, memory management, disk arrays, NAS/SAN, networking
General understanding of routine maintenance, recovery, and handling failover of a Database
Oracle Database Certifications
Oracle Certified Professional
Web Logic Administration
Microsoft Certification
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): SQL Server
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert: Data Platform
Linux Certification
Linux Professional Institute Certification Level 2
The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
About Us
Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.
VisionGarland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.
MissionWe are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.