Database Administrator

Description

We are looking for a Database Administrator to support critical enterprise systems and data operations for a non-profit organization in Battle Creek, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a hands-on specialist who can balance database administration, application support, integration work, and technical problem-solving in a collaborative IT environment. The role will contribute to system reliability, data accuracy, and ongoing improvements across business platforms while partnering with internal teams and external vendors.

Responsibilities:
Administer and maintain database environments by monitoring system health, improving performance, managing security, and overseeing backup, recovery, and capacity needs.
Investigate and resolve issues affecting enterprise applications, ensuring stable operation across core business platforms and connected technologies.
Create, refine, and troubleshoot database queries to support reporting, data validation, and resolution of integrity or reconciliation concerns.
Build, support, and debug integrations, APIs, automated data exchanges, and pipeline processes that connect systems across the organization.
Maintain dependable data movement into reporting and analytics platforms, addressing failed refreshes, load problems, and mismatches between source data and reports.
Assist with software deployments, upgrades, data conversions, testing activities, cutover tasks, and post-launch stabilization efforts.
Partner with third-party vendors and technical service providers to diagnose complex incidents and drive issues through to completion.
Produce clear technical documentation for databases, applications, and integration workflows while sharing knowledge with team members to strengthen cross-functional support.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments and writing advanced SQL queries for operational and analytical needs.
Strong knowledge of database optimization, including indexing strategies, execution plan review, performance tuning, backup and recovery, security, and upgrade planning.
Background supporting enterprise applications in production settings with a focus on troubleshooting and service continuity.
Experience working with APIs, web services, system integrations, data mapping, and interface issue resolution across multiple platforms.
Understanding of data warehouse concepts, reporting dependencies, and methods for reconciling data across source systems.
Ability to perform root-cause analysis spanning applications, databases, integrations, and infrastructure components.
Familiarity with Microsoft technologies such as Azure SQL Database, Power BI, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and related cloud or automation tools.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams, business users, vendors, and external partners.

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